About Spiritual Health Association

Spiritual Health Association is the peak body for spiritual care in the health sector. Our focus is on advocacy for and promotion of compassionate, person-centred spiritual care in health services.

Since 1974 we have been collaborating with health services, faith communities and other key partners and stakeholders, to expand the availability and accessibility of spiritual care as an integral part of quality healthcare.

We are informed by a growing body of evidence for the value and contribution of spiritual care and involved with international colleagues in the move towards professionalisation of the sector.

We are committed to ensuring patients, carers and staff receive high-quality and safe spiritual care that is responsive to their spiritual needs.

Mission, Purpose, Values

Mission

Enabling the provision of quality spiritual care as an integral part of healthcare.

Purpose

To advocate for and promote compassionate, person-centred spiritual care in health services.

Values

Respect: We value the humanity and dignity of every person
Compassion: We value sensitivity to another's suffering which motivates healing care
Inclusiveness: We value the spirituality, perspectives and contributions of all people
Excellence: We value continuous improvement, innovation and accountability in the provision of spiritual care