Forgotten Saints Ministry


	Since 1980, Forgotten Saints has been providing full-time, non-denominational chaplain services to the elderly citizens of our communities- the ones residing in care, nursing and retirement centers. Our staff and volunteers provide weekly worship, Bible studies, in-room visits, patient and family counseling, hospital visits, funeral services, grief counseling, and seasonal programs. We are also pleased to be able to provide food, clothing and medical supplies as well as seminars on the special circumstances and care of the elderly. According to the census bureau, nearly 10% of Dallas County's population is over the age of 65. Ten thousand of those live in nursing homes. With the emphasis on youth in today's churches, the elderly have, by-and-large, been ignored. There is very little support for or interest in the physical or spiritual needs of the people that have served faithfully all their lives. We strive daily to notice and remember that the elderly are a valuable asset to our communities that should not be wasted or abused. It's sad to note that about 60% of nursing home residents will never receive a visit from anyone and 12% of all elderly people live below the poverty level. That's why we're here.