At Foothills, it’s the work of all of us to take care of each other. Sometimes we are the ones held by this ocean of care – and sometimes we ARE the ocean.
Our Caring Listener team is a special group of trained and trusted people who embody Foothills’ commitment to care. In their unique role, Caring Listeners offer emotional support and spiritual companionship to members and friends of Foothills experiencing hardship or transition in their lives. They also connect individuals and families with other modes of caring within the Foothills Caring Network (e.g. meal delivery, Caring Kits).
This year’s Caring Listener Team includes (from left to right): Steve Sedam, Neil DiMont, Karen Harder, Dick Lubchenco, Katie Slota, Pat Slentz, Nadine Thomsen, Sunny Hanley and MaryLou Smith (MaryLou is not pictured here).Â
Some members of the team are focused on a particular demographic, such as:
- People with dementia and their caregivers
- End-of-life ministry
- Elders who have become disconnected from church
- Legacy work and exploration
Explore the Caring Ministry webpage to learn more about our wider caring efforts at Foothills.