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Spiritual Care
Nurturing the Soul
Spiritual care provides a sense of meaning, purpose, connection and hope. It plays an important role in the healing a recovery of a patient as they are nurtured by worship, prayer, rituals and traditions of the church as well as music, art and other disciplines that uphold their personal beliefs and values. We are sensitive to the needs and diversity of those in our care and honor their varying cultures and practices. We believe that spirituality permeates everyday life and is central to one's personal wellness and life journey. Our spiritual care team provides presence, support, empathetic listening, guidance, companioning and compassion.
Wellness and Spa Services
At Fahey Rehabilitation, we recognize the importance of relaxation and tranquility and the benefits they have on healing the body. We encourage each patient to embrace the concept of wellness and 
participate in activities that promote good health and well-being. We have created an atmosphere which allows patients to experience this level of inner peace while regaining strength and achieving optimal health.
Our focus is on providing an environment where one can balance their physical, mental and spiritual health:
- Yoga
- Meditation
- Hand massages
- Manicures
- Aromatherapy
- Spiritual counseling
- Music therapy
- Therapeutic recreation
Spiritual Services:
Loretto welcomes residents, family members, friends and staff to attend religious and spiritual services. 
Our newly renovated Rhea Eckel Chapel is located on the 2nd Floor of the Loretto Health and Rehabilitation Center’s Cunningham skilled nursing building and is open to those seeking prayer, reflection and solitude.
Sacraments
The Sacraments are distributed to anyone wishing to receive them. Anointing of the Sick is offered to residents on each floor. Individual requests for Anointing, Confession or the Holy Eucharist may be made by contacting the Catholic Chaplain.
Individual requests to receive Holy Communion may be made by contacting the Protestant Chaplain.
Catholic Chaplain: (315) 413-3295
Protestant Chaplain: (315) 413-3611
Special Services:
Spiritual Care Visits
Spiritual care visits are made by chaplains and volunteers on all floors of the Loretto Health and Rehabilitation Center. A spiritual care visitor listens, provides spiritual support and friendship, and offers prayer upon request.
To arrange spiritual care visits, contact (315) 413-3295 or (315) 413-3611.
Ecumenical Services
The spiritual care team conducts Ecumenical worship services on All Saints Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Loretto Gives Thanks Service, Christmas Eve, Ash Wednesday, Good Friday and during Older Americans Month in May.
Services of Remembrance
Annual Memorial Services
An Ecumenical Memorial Service honoring Loretto residents is held annually. Family members, staff and residents are invited to attend.
Funerals and Memorials
Funeral and memorial services for a resident of Loretto may be held in the Rhea Eckel Interfaith Chapel located in the Cunningham skilled nursing building.
To make arrangements, contact the spiritual care office at (315) 413-3611.
If you are unable to reach a chaplain, please call (315) 413-3272 or (315) 413-3364.
A Wonderful Life Tribute Tree Giving Program
Many families, upon the death of a loved one, ask that Loretto receive memorial contributions in remembrance of someone they love and for whom Loretto provided compassionate care.
To make a donation honor or memorial designation through the Loretto Foundation, click here.
For more information, contact Loretto Foundation at (315) 446-5538, ext. 3029, or bzook@lorettosystem.org.
The End of Life Care Program
Loretto’s spiritual care program includes end of life care, companioning, comfort resources, hospitality services, spiritual support, spiritual care resources and worship services.
The End of Life Care Program was developed to provide comfort, support and presence to our elders who near the end of their lives. Support services are provided by an interdisciplinary group of Loretto staff that has training in end of life initiatives.
Worship Services at the Loretto Health and Rehabilitation Center
- Celebration of Mass: Sundays at 10:15 AM - Cunningham auditorium
- Protestant Worship Service: Sundays at 10:45 AM - Rhea Eckel Chapel, Cunningham building
Communion Services
- Eucharist & Rosary: Thursdays at 11 AM - Rhea Eckel Chapel, Cunningham building
- Communion is given monthly to Protestant residents.
Care & Share
- Bible Study & Discussion: Mondays at 11 AM - Fahey Rehab Center, 4th floor
- Heart to Heart Spiritual Discussion Group: Tuesdays at 2 PM - Cunningham building, 10th floor
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