A place of 'common ground' was how pastoral care coordinator Matthew Dowsey described the Sacred Space at Caulfield General Medical Centre.

'In a world where difference is highlighted, it is important to discover those areas where we share common ground,' Mr Dowsey said.

The opening ceremony of the Sacred Space included blessings from the Aboriginal, Jewish, Muslim and Christian traditions, reflecting the multi-faith component of the new facility.

'It is a place that provides peace for all, no matter their faith tradition,' Mr Dowsey said.

David Dryden, representing the Aboriginal community, said Aboriginal people had a long tradition of sacred places that were significant.

Other blessings were performed by Imam Mehmet Salih Dogan, from the Dandenong interfaith council, who presented a copy of the Koran for use in the Sacred Space, Rabbi Gersh Zylberman from Temple Beth Israel and Bishop John Wilson, representing the Anglican diocese of Melbourne.

Healthcare Chaplains Council of Victoria Chief Executive Officer Cheryl Holmes spoke of influence of spirituality in a modern healthcare environment.

'Our care is not just restricted to the physical and psychological areas of a person.

'The aim of pastoral care is to provide holistic care in hospital that includes taking care of the spiritual wellbeing of patients.'

'It is important in healthcare delivery today that we have a spiritual place for people of all faiths as well as for those with no religious beliefs,' said Bayside Health Chief Executive Jennifer Williams, who officially opened the Sacred Space.

'Being a patient or visiting a family member can be very stressful and sometimes people just need a quiet place to collect themselves and get away from the busy wards.'

A plaque within the Sacred Space acknowledges the donors, including Caulfield Volunteer Community Opportunity Shop, St John's Uniting Church Opportunity Shop, the Anglican Diocese of Melbourne and the Society of the Sacred Mission.