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COVID - A Caring Reflection.

Apara Mahal Sylvester¹

¹Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, USA.

The Journal of Pastoral Care & Counseling : JPCC

|June 5, 2020

Summary

Healthcare professionals maintained compassionate care and emotional support for patients and colleagues throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, demonstrating resilience and unwavering commitment despite significant challenges.

Area of Science:

Healthcare
Psychology
Sociology

Background:

The COVID-19 pandemic presented unprecedented challenges to healthcare systems globally.
Healthcare professionals faced immense pressure, risking personal safety to provide patient care.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore the resilience and continued provision of emotional and spiritual support by healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
To highlight the enduring capacity for care and human connection in the face of adversity.

Main Methods:

Qualitative reflection on experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Analysis of the persistent delivery of emotional and spiritual support.

Main Results:

Healthcare professionals consistently provided emotional and spiritual support to patients, families, and staff.

Keywords:

COVID-19 caring

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The ability to care, offer comfort through words and prayers, and maintain a sense of community remained intact.

Despite challenges, the core spirit and commitment of healthcare workers were not diminished.

Conclusions:

Healthcare professionals demonstrated remarkable resilience and an unbroken capacity for compassionate care during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Emotional and spiritual support are vital components of healthcare, even in crisis situations.
The pandemic underscored the strength and dedication of the healthcare workforce.