Parish nursing: keeping body and soul together

Area of Science:

• Faith Community Nursing
• Holistic Health Promotion
• Integrative Healthcare

Background:

• The abstract introduces the concept of parish nursing through a personal anecdote.
• It highlights the role of Ann Solari-Twadell, Director of the National Parish Nurse Resource Center.

Purpose of the Study:

• To define and explain the specialized role of parish nursing.
• To illustrate its innovative approach to health and healing within a community context.

Main Methods:

• The abstract is descriptive, not based on a formal study.
• It relies on an expert's explanation of the parish nursing model.

Main Results:

• Parish nursing is presented as a unique and innovative role.
• The core function involves promoting health, healing, and wholeness.

Conclusions:

• Parish nursing serves individuals, families, and faith communities.
• This nursing specialty integrates spiritual care with comprehensive health promotion.