Meeting the needs of those who are lonely, ill, isolated or distressed is a key feature of the Christian faith. Churches were supporting the very old, the very young and the sick long before the state got involved as a provider of health and social services. But what should churches be doing now? Are there political dangers in doing too much? When does caring become political, and does that matter?
Who pays for care, and who should pay?
Posted
in Just Care
on 1st April 2008
Hilary Caldicott, a member of Oxford Diocese’s Health and Social Care Group, explains how to navigate the complex world of NHS ‘Continuing Care’... |
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Loneliness The Hidden Need
Posted
in Just Care
on 27th April 2007
Is loneliness a significant issue in your area/ parish? Would your church or local community like to respond but need some advice and support? For 25years The Archway Foundation has been responding to the needs of those hurt by loneliness in Oxford city. We know the need exists elswhere and we would be pleased to hear from churches/ community groups/ individuals to lok at how we might be able to support you in developing a service in response to need as it exists in your area. |
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Christian Survivors of Sexual Abuse (CSSA)
Posted
in Just Care
on 16th January 2007
Christian Survivors of Sexual Abuse (CSSA) is a national organisation with members from all churches. It was set up to provide support to those Christians who had been sexually abused in childhood. |
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OCIC – the Oxford Christian Institute for Counselling
Posted
in Just Care
on 16th January 2006
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Spiritual Care for Older People
Posted
in Just Care
on 7th September 2004
An overview of the vision behind the SCOP group |
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