At Vista Health System, we understand that good health is more than a body that works well. It is feeling good about one's self and dealing effectively with the people and situations around you. It includes growing spiritually toward a new sense of wholeness and meaning of life.

Chaplains at both hospitals offer spiritual care to all persons of any faith tradition and to those without a religious affiliation. Our chaplains are aware of diverse religious and cultural beliefs and practices and/or special needs surrounding significant life passages. Our spiritual care is anchored in a belief that all persons are created in the image of God. We believe that health encompasses physical, emotional, relational, ethical and spiritual concerns and that God is the source of all healing.

At Vista Medical Center East, a trained chaplain is available to assist with the spiritual and emotional needs of patients and families. An interfaith chapel is located on the first floor of the hospital and is open for prayer and meditation 24 hours a day.

Vista Health Support Groups

• Grief Support for Adults – 847.360.2259
  Sponsored by Star Hospice of Vista Health
• Grief Support for Spouses and Significant Others – 847.360.2259
  Sponsored by Star Hospice of Vista Health

We also offer special memorial services that are conducted every at Vista Medical Center East for bereaved families. On a regular basis, chaplains are available to assist families with advance directives.

At Vista Medical Center West chaplains also are on call 24 hours a day to provide encouragement, spiritual support and consultation to patients and their loved ones. A chapel is also available at all times for meditation and prayer.

For more information concerning Pastoral Care Services please call 847.360.4014 at Vista Medical Center East or 847.360.2602 at Vista Medical Center West.