Christian Science Nurses
Christian Science Nursing Facilities
Christian Science nursing facilities or houses provide a sanctuary where an individual’s desire to rely solely on prayer for healing is upheld by the spiritual reassurance and practical care given by Christian Science nurses.
- These organizations offer 24-hour skilled Christian Science nursing care. They may also offer:
- “Outpatient” care for those in need of a single visit, or requiring brief daily attention, such as a bandage that needs changing.
- “Home visits” for those whose needs can be met within two or three hours.
- “Rest and study” rooms for those who desire a haven for prayer and study but do not have Christian Science nursing needs.
- “Respite care” for short-term assistance at the facility, so that caregivers looking after loved ones are temporarily relieved of ongoing responsibility for care.
- These are non-profit, independent organizations—each setting its own fees for payment.
- These organizations are not affiliated with The Mother Church.
Resources for financial assistance
- Vary from country to country.
- In the United States some insurance companies cover nursing costs, and if the patient is eligible for Medicare or Medicaid, reimbursement for some expenses is available at participating facilities.
- In the United Kingdom, “The Aid Fund for Christian Scientists in Need of Nursing Care” provides grants covering Christian Science nursing in facilities and homes.
- Facilities may offer partial benevolence to those patients who qualify. Contact facilities directly with specific questions.
The First Church of Christ, Scientist does not accredit Christian Science nursing facilities. The Commission for Accreditation of Christian Science Nursing Organizations/Facilities, Inc. is an independent, nationally recognized body that inspects and accredits Christian Science nursing organizations.
View a list of facilities currently accredited by this Commission.
