responds to the non-medical “quality of life” needs of individuals not routinely provided by existing social service programs.
Care teams, staffed by volunteers from Bethlehem, provide respite care for overburdened family members and caregivers, and individualized support and socialization for our elderly.
The program has a very simple structure. It is led by a Bethlehem lay team leader. The leader forms congregational mini-teams, made up of 4-5 people. The mini-teams are commissioned to care for one family or person in need.
The simple structure makes it easy to get involved and easy to stay involved. Because the ministry responds to individuals through a team effort, there is less burden to the individual caregiver and greater security to those being served.
Most care receivers have:
- A loss of hearing, vision or mobility
- A loss of clear thinking or memory
- A loss of relationships and community
- A loss of independence - including the ability to drive
- A loss of purpose
- A loss of control
Delores Randby - 952-945-0717 or Cheryl Holmes - 612-822-5135