Lauren Porter is the Pastoral Services Coordinator at St John of God Frankston Rehabilitation Hospital and works as part of the multidisciplinary team to provide emotional and spiritual support to patients and their families. Lauren has studied extensively in the areas of studies of religion, community services, pastoral ministry and counselling. She is particularly interested in the impact of disability, trauma and aging on spiritual growth and awareness. When not working Lauren nurtures her own spirituality by bush walking, singing in a choir and gardening.