Christian Science Nursing - Care & Rates

We are a Christian Science nursing facility dedicated to providing care in line with the healing ministry of Christian Science.

FAQs

  • We offer care to individuals seeking healing, and who are relying exclusively on Christian Science treatment for this healing. We can not provide and do not engage in any medically-oriented practices.

  • We cannot provide Christian Science nursing care to anyone relying on medicine or medical devices.

  • All Christian Science nursing patients are required to engage the services of a Journal-listed Christian Science practitioner.

  • The rate includes Christian Science nursing care as outlined under each level as well as three meals daily, housekeeping and laundry, participation in our activities program, on-site church services, and telephone service (including long distance calls within the 48 continental states).

  • Assistance beyond the care outlined for each level will be charged at a prorated hourly rate, depending on the care level. Other charges may include beautician or barber services, ancillary services, or special purchases.

  • Each guest’s level of care is determined by the Christian Science Nursing Department based on their current needs for assistance, observation, and daily support. Care levels reflect how much hands-on nursing help is needed and the individual’s level of independence. All guests are admitted for an initial three-week stay, with care levels reviewed regularly and adjusted as needs change.

Levels of Care

Progressive Living

1

Individuals who are mostly independent but may need a nurturing, sheltered environment, free from household tasks. Progressive Living is not considered "retirement living" — it is a light form of Christian Science nursing that supports continuing spiritual regeneration of thought.  Such individuals may be working to overcome physical claims, including those associated with aging and may be working to transition back to living on their own or more independently. Christian Science nursing services, such as personal care or reminders, up to one hour per day included.

  • $170-$185 per day

Sheltered Care

2

Individuals needing regular assistance with personal care and the activities of daily living and who would benefit from a sheltered, nurturing, healing environment. Christian Science nursing services up to two hours per day and personal care supplies included.

  • $310-$320 per day

Levels One, Two, and Three

3

For individuals who require more spiritual nurturing and substantial assistance such as feeding/nourishment, full care in bed, bathing, toileting, cleansing and bandaging, and skilled oversight/observation. Christian Science nursing services up to 3.5 hours (Level Three) or 4.5 hours (Levels One & Two) per day and personal care supplies included.

  • $420-$520 per day

Additional Care

Respite Care
Short-term arrangements may be made for individuals whose care needs are normally met at home and whose relatives (or others responsible for their care) are away or temporarily unable to care for them.

Good Samaritan Care
Christian Science nursing care for individuals who are able to travel to Glenmont and whose care needs can be met by a single visit or by several short visits. Good Samaritan Care includes personal care such as nail care, cleansing and bandaging wounds or burns (or other affected areas),  as well as giving instruction for proper care at home, including for mobility and nourishment.

Christian Science Nursing at Home
Glenmont can assist in contacting private duty Christian Science nurses, home helpers, or other Christian Science nursing facilities. Glenmont may be able to assist with transportation arrangements to the facility and accompanying patients during transport.