Dear friends,
As another Summer comes to an end, I wanted to share some reflections on the work of Parish Nursing project over the past few months.
As usual, July was our busiest month of the year with an increase in client numbers of 50% over the previous month. During Summer 2026 we have supported a similar number of clients as last summer, but we have noticed a growing number of people seeking help with mental health concerns (up 17%) and loneliness and social isolation (up 19%). These challenges remind us how important it is to provide for not only physical support but to also provide a listening ear and a caring presence.
Parish Nursing is all about whole person health – body, mind and spirit.
