The spiritual dimension in the contemporary concept of social work with seniors.

The thesis deals with the spiritual dimension of man, spiritual needs from the perspective of legislation and social work in residential facilities for the elderly. In the introductory part of the work is defined the concept of human person, social work and social services, its principles and values. Furthermore, the work deals with the characteristics of old age and needs in old age The key chapter is spirituality in social work. Another important chapter of the thesis is a chapter entitled the concept of spiritual care in residential facilities, which brings a contemporary view of work with spiritual needs in social services. The next part deals with the concepts of care for the elderly. The final chapter brings summaries and measures into practice regarding spirituality and spiritual needs within social work and legislation