Spiritual and religious care

Chaplains

You may be asking yourself questions such as “Why is this happening to me?” or “Is there some purpose in all of this?” These are very common questions for people faced with a life-changing illness. You may find it helpful to speak in confidence to a chaplain who is a member of the pastoral care team.

Chaplains are available to offer spiritual care to patients and their families. You do not have to follow any faith or religion to see a chaplain.

There is always a duty chaplain available who you can contact through the hospital switchboard or the Help Centre, or by asking your ward nurse. The chaplaincy team consists of Anglican, Free Church, Roman Catholic and Muslim chaplains. We have links with other faith communities and we can get in touch with a representative for you.

Chelsea – Chaplain: 020 7808 2818 (or switchboard)
Sutton – Chaplain: 020 8661 3074 (or switchboard)

Chapels

You may feel you would like to get away from people and have some time to reflect by yourself.

There is a chapel at each hospital which is always open and available for quiet times and prayer.

There is also a prayer room at each hospital. These rooms are for the use of people of all faiths and are open at all times.

Please ask a member of staff for directions.