Kingswood is philosophically affiliated with The United Methodist Church. Founded on the principles of the Wesleyan tradition of John Wesley, our vision of a well Kingswood is one which encompasses mind, body and soul.

Spiritual wellness is important for every person. The more a person feels his/her life to have meaning and purpose, the more that individual is healthy in all aspects of life.

The spiritual care department, under the direction of our full time chaplain, helps residents, families and staff to discover their own spiritual resources for health and healing. A variety of support groups give persons the opportunity to share with others as we seek meaning holistically. Weekly worship services and Bible Studies provide more formal avenues for expressions of faith. Regardless of religious affiliation, Kingswood provides both personal and communal opportunities to share concern for one another, express thankfulness, and tend to the well being of all who we are as persons.

Our full-time chaplain offers all residents, regardless of religious affiliation, pastoral care, weekly vespers, inter-denominational services, Bible study, prayer circles and a variety of support and self-help groups.

Support Groups are a comfort in knowing you're not alone. Current support groups at Kingswood include:

Caregivers Support Group

• Meets the second Friday of every month at 1:30pm in the Oxford Room
• Peer support as well as occasional guest speakers help friends and family members cope with the challenges of care giving adult loved ones
• Facilitated by the Rev. Kathleen Danforth, Kingswood Chaplain

Head Over Heels

• Meets the 4th Thursday of every month at 3pm in the Somerset Room
• Includes support for persons with Parkinson's and other neurological diseases
• Facilitated by Occupational Therapist, Kathleen Muraski

Visually Impaired Persons

• Meets on the 4th Friday of the Month once a quarter in the Oxford Room at 2pm
• Provides peer support as well as guest speakers on issues related to vision impairment

Support Group Opportunities for Kingswood Health Center Residents include:

Blue Plate Special Ladies Lunch

• Meets every Monday in the Family Room (First Floor Health Center) at noon
• Provides support for residents with high cognitive abilities to cope with the challenges of living in a Skilled Nursing Unit
• Facilitated by the Rev. Kathleen Danforth, Kingswood Chaplain

Creative Memories

• Meets every Thursday at 10:30am in the Family Room
• Provides art therapy for persons with dementia to express feelings and provide memory support
• Facilitated by the Rev. Kathleen Danforth, Kingswood Chaplain