Parish Health Ministry Team
The vision of the Parish Health Ministry is to share the love of Christ through promoting safety, health, and wellness in the lives of the Church Street United Methodist Church family.
The material contained on this webpage is for informational purposes and for use as a guide to assist you. It is not intended as a substitute for professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional to address concerns specific to your situation.
For more information about Parish Health Ministry, please contact Vicky Shelton.
ASSEMBLE YOUR TOOLKIT:
Members of the Parish Health Ministry Team have assembled items you should have as part of your tool kit for navigating changes in health and stages of life. We encourage you to review the information linked below and complete the documents sooner rather than later. What an amazing gift this will be for your family!
- GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR HEALTHCARE VISIT
- MEDICATION LIST
- TAKING EXPIRED MEDICATIONS
- NAVIGATING THROUGH HOSPITAL SYSTEMS (c/o of Franklin & Kyle Elder Law)
- NAVIGATING TRANSITIONS OF CARE FOR YOUR LOVED ONE
- ELDER & SPECIAL NEEDS LAW: CONSIDERATIONS FOR CAREGIVERS (c/o of Franklin & Kyle Elder Law)
- INFORMATION SOMEONE NEEDS TO KNOW IN AN EMERGENCY
- TIMELINE FOR WHAT NEEDS TO BE DONE UPON DEATH
- FINAL WISHES
MISSION, GOAL, & OBJECTIVES:
The mission of this ministry is to provide supportive health related and spiritual care to the CSUMC family by the Parish Health Team (PHT). The Parish Health Team (PHT) is a group of trained volunteers from a variety of healthcare backgrounds and experiences (e.g., nurses, dietitians, social workers and other mental health professionals, pharmacists, and others).
The goal of the Parish Health ministry is to enable CSUMC to respond more fully to the health needs of the CSUMC family through organized programs and visitation designed to extend a positive, Christ-centered response to those who are dealing with their own health issues or those of a loved one.
PHT’s objectives are:
- Promote the ability of the CSUMC family to care for one another.
- Provide advocacy, education, and support while promoting safety and well-informed decisions for health care needs.
- Assist individuals in navigating complex medical care systems.
- Empower individuals to be good stewards of their health. Encourage and support spiritual growth and well being, to include spiritual resources for health and healing.
Parish Health Ministry Team Events
Watch the Educational Lectures from the September 2022 Living Forward: A Toolkit for Caregivers Event:
On October 22, 2023, the Parish Health Ministry Team welcomed guests Cheryl Blanchard and Dr. Cynthia Pearmen. They covered topics such as coping with chronic illness, our quality of life as we age, palliative care, mental health and chronic illness, and supporting caregivers of those with chronic illness.
You may watch the presentation using the YouTube video below.
The PowerPoints may be viewed below.
On September 8, 2024, The Parish Health Ministry Team and Stephen Ministry welcomed experts in neuropsychology and dementia care, and medical professionals specializing in brain health, to share research and tips on healthy aging. The keynote speakers were Kim Warnick and Amber Rochette PHD. This was followed by a panel of medical and healthy aging experts.
You may watch the event using the YouTube video below.
The PowerPoints and other material may be viewed below.
Navigating the Caregiver Journey
