Visiting CS Nursing Service
The BA’s Christian Science nursing care extends beyond its walls through its Visiting Christian Science Nursing Service (VCSNS). This service promptly and tenderly ministers to individuals relying on Christian Science for treatment wherever they are, and regardless of time of day, or day of week.
Visiting Christian Science nursing care is always expectant of complete healing, and care is given consistent with the theology of Christian Science. This care may include the following:
• Assistance with mobility and activity, and nourishment—this could include crutches and walkers, or food preparation or modification
• Cleanliness, including personal care such as bathing as well as cleansing and bandaging
• Care of one’s surroundings, aiding with comfort, rest and communication
The visiting Christian Science nurse might also lend instructional support to family members or other caregivers who are providing proper care for meeting the individual’s needs.
Calls that do not require an immediate visit from a Christian Science nurse are scheduled as needed to keep pace with an individual’s progress and demonstration. Visits are typically no longer than two hours.
The BA’s service is available to individuals in the six-state New England region of Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont. In areas of this region where there is already a VCSNS, the BA supports those visiting services as a backup, additional resource.
