Patient advice and liaison service (PALS)
Being in hospital can be a time of anxiety for you and those close to you. At such times, you may ask questions about your life and what really matters. Having someone with whom to explore these issues, or to assist in providing an extra dimension of support during treatment, can help you and your family.
Whatever your culture, beliefs, life philosophy, race, gender or sexual orientation, our pastoral and spiritual support team is here for you.
We respond to anyone who asks, respecting each individual person’s beliefs and views, and are available 24/7 to provide:
- a confidential listening ear and companionship
- support to explore life questions, concerns and the things that matter
- support to follow your own faith or belief traditions
- contact with local communities and faith leaders
Our pastoral and spiritual support team ensures that specific rites, ceremonies and sacraments are made available. Patients can ask us to contact their own faith leaders if they wish, and most wards have assigned volunteer pastoral visitors who provide bedside support. To arrange a visit, please ask your nurse to contact the Duty Chaplain via the main hospital Switchboard.
Places for prayer or quiet reflection
Kingston Hospital
Our Chapel and Male and Female Multi-Faith Prayer Rooms are located on Level 4, Esher Wing. Open to all both day and night for quiet reflection or prayer. Visitors to the Chapel can also set a votive light, write a prayer request or view the Baby Memorial Book.
Teddington Memorial Hospital
Our Chapel is open to those of all faiths and philosophies is located just outside the Pamela Bryant Ward. Everyone is welcome to come in to pray or be quiet, and to light a candle or write any prayer requests.