Wiccans experience the Divine as immanent, as embodied in the Universe, the world in all its aspects and in humanity, as well as transcendent. Therefore all of life is perceived as sacred and interconnected.

CONTACTS: Rev. Ed Allen, w/431-6110 (nights), h/743-6112, c/741-2194
                            (Medicine Hawk)
                          Rev. Cheryl Miller, w/ 431-6561 (nights), h/926-3080
                            (Emory Moon)
                          Rev. Beth A. Sluder, 753-0065
                            (Galena Skiya)

         DIET

No general prohibitions, however, a Wiccan who is devoted to a God or Goddess who protects animals may need to maintain a vegetarian diet.

        HEALING BELIEFS

At the bedside, the use of talismans and shrines dedicated to healing deities is an important part of the healing process.

        HEALING PRACTICES

Patient may request prayers and healing rituals along with whatever medical treatment is being done. If the individual wishes a laying on of hands, this should be allowed.

        MEDICATIONS

No restrictions

        MEDICAL TREATMENT

No medical restrictions. Wiccans generally believe in the efficacy of spiritual or psychic healing when done in tandem with standard medical treatment. Therefore, at the request of the patient, other Wiccan personnel should be allowed visiting privileges as though they were immediate family, including access to ICU.

        ORGAN DONATIONS

                   Acceptable

        ABORTION

                   Personal choice

        BLOOD/BLOOD PRODUCTS

No restrictions

        RIGHT TO DIE ISSUES

                   If death is inevitable, promote a peaceful/dignified death.

        CARING FOR THE ILL AND DYING

Patient and or family may request the ritual "Crossing Over into the Summerland." Patient would want family members near.

        VISITORS

Members of the patient’s circle should be allowed to visit.