Pastoral Care

Carrington is dedicated to fulfilling the emotional, and spiritual needs of our Residents. Our Pastoral Care Team is run by a dedicated coordinator and a team of trained staff, backed up by incredible volunteers, who provide quality support to our Residents.

“Pastoral care has had a positive impact on my wellbeing and experience here. I feel supported. It’s nice knowing there is always someone I can turn to.”

Mental Health Support

Continuing to be Me (C2bMe) is a Government-funded program we offer to our Residents. The program aims to improve day-to-day life, strengthen their sense of identity and purpose, and restore a sense of hope. Our Pastoral Care Team also play a crucial role in this program, offering immediate to short-term support during times of distress, and are essential to identifying when additional or longer-term mental health support is needed for a Resident.

End of Life (EOL) Support

Our Pastoral Care Team support Residents and family members alike. This year, Carrington implemented palliative care kits and trollies. We distributed them across our facilities to offer a reprieve from the emotional demands that come along with the death of a loved one.

New pastoral volunteer feels like a “better person, more caring and thoughtful.”