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47 Years
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Your Trusted Partner for Compassionate Hospice and Palliative Care Solutions
Hospice Of The Foothills: Miller William B has been a trusted nonprofit provider of compassionate end-of-life care in Nevada County for over 45 years. Our interdisciplinary team addresses patients' medical, social, spiritual, and emotional needs through personalized care plans delivered in homes, facilities, or our palliative clinic. We offer 24/7 on-call support, collaborate with healthcare providers, and maintain The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for quality and safety.Our volunteer-driven model ensures no patient is ever charged for hospice services, which are covered by Medicare, insurance, or community donations. With over 100 trained volunteers and a professional staff, we provide respite care, grief counseling, and community education programs to support patients and families throughout their journey.
Services
Hospice Care
Palliative Care
Bereavement Support
Caregiver Training
Volunteer Thrift Stores
End-of-Life Counseling
Respite Care
Grief Counseling
Symptom Management
Community Education
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We offer over 45 years of experience in compassionate hospice and palliative care
- Our team provides 24/7 on-call support for patient needs
- Personalized care plans address medical, emotional, and spiritual needs
- No cost is ever passed to patients for hospice services
- Maintain The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for quality standards
Associations and certifications
- The Joint Commission
What people say
Loving members of community
Exemplary dedication
Kind and attentive care
Compassionate personalized support
Wonderful staff
Services
Hospice Care
Our hospice care program provides comprehensive support for patients with terminal diagnoses, focusing on comfort rather than curative treatment. Services include 24/7 on-call nursing, pain management, spiritual counseling, and bereavement support for families. The interdisciplinary team works with patients' existing physicians to create personalized care plans that address physical, emotional, and spiritual needs while respecting individual wishes and cultural traditions.
Palliative Care
Sierra Community Palliative Care offers specialized support for individuals with serious chronic illnesses, combining medical treatment with holistic care. Our team provides expert symptom management, emotional support, and care coordination between primary providers. Services include medication management, advance care planning, and personalized care plans that address physical discomfort and emotional distress while maintaining patients' quality of life.
Bereavement Support
The Bereavement Support Program offers 13 months of compassionate care for those grieving lost loved ones. Services include in-person and online support groups, individual counseling sessions, and specialized programs for grieving parents. All services are confidential, community-based, and available to both hospice families and the general public, with no cost to participants.
Caregiver Support
Our caregiver support program provides medical training, emotional guidance, and practical assistance for family caregivers. Services include medication management instruction, respite care options, and volunteer help with errands or shopping. The program focuses on reducing caregiver burnout through emotional support groups and personalized guidance to help families navigate the challenges of end-of-life care.
Volunteer Thrift Stores
The volunteer-run thrift stores generate critical funding for palliative care services while providing affordable goods to the community. Proceeds support the organization's mission of providing free hospice care to all patients regardless of financial status. The stores rely on community donations and volunteer staffing to maintain operations and fund community-based care programs.
People
Heidi Wingo
Executive Director
With 14 years in healthcare education and an MBA, Heidi Wingo leads operations while focusing on community engagement and team support. She emphasizes compassionate care delivery and organizational sustainability.
Shannon Cotter
Finance Director
Shannon Cotter manages financial operations with expertise in nonprofit accounting and budgeting. Her background includes roles in local government and private sectors, focusing on efficient financial systems.
Mai Yang Lee
Director of Fund Development & Marketing
With 15+ years in nonprofit management, Mai Lee oversees fundraising and marketing initiatives. She brings extensive experience in nonprofit technology and community engagement strategies.
Dr. Dopf
Medical Director
Board-certified in Internal Medicine and Hospice Care, Dr. Dopf leads clinical operations with 14 years of medical experience across California and Nevada.
Emily Turcios
Director of Patient Care Services
Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse Emily Turcios oversees clinical care delivery with 7 years of nonprofit hospice experience and a focus on quality improvement.
Questions
What hospice services are covered by insurance?
Medicare, Medi-Cal, and private insurers cover hospice services related to terminal diagnoses, including medications, medical equipment, and 24/7 on-call support.
How do I start hospice care?
Call our intake line at 530-272-5739 to discuss eligibility. A physician referral is required, but we can help coordinate with your healthcare provider.
Are bereavement services available to non-hospice families?
Yes, our bereavement support groups and counseling services are open to the entire community regardless of prior hospice involvement.
What areas do you serve?
We provide services throughout western Nevada County and Placer County, California, with both in-home and clinic-based care options.
How is care personalized?
Our interdisciplinary team creates customized care plans addressing medical needs, emotional support, spiritual guidance, and practical assistance tailored to each patient's preferences.
What volunteer opportunities exist?
Volunteers assist with patient care, thrift store operations, and administrative support. Training is provided for roles supporting our community-based care model.
Reviews (3)
Yana Carpenter
Jul 14, 2021
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Hospice of the foothills is an Amazing organization. What a special service (if you can call it that) to provide. Walking a love one down the path of death, is no easy chore, mentally and emotionally and physically it is a beast. The support and guidance from HOF is so important. These precious humans who help at lifes most challenging time are a gift! Thank You Dr Cronlin and all the staff at HOF - you are angels.
Gwen Holloway
Jun 13, 2020
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Over a couple of days, after closing down my mom's residence, I dropped off several carloads of items for donation. However, I realized I really didn't want to let go of a (sentimental) item I had donated 2 days prior. With just a couple of phone calls, Kristen, at the Rough & Ready warehouse, was exceptionally understanding, super friendly and helped make sure my item was delivered back to the Zion St. shop to be picked back up. They all went out of their way to help me retrieve. my childhood rocking horse. Hopefully, grand-kids will appreciate it in the future! Big kudos to Hospice of the Foothills!;)
Salvatore Mammino
Apr 28, 2019
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Before hospice came into my life I was in a great deal of discomfort. The whole staff was involved with my care. Today I feel so much relief from pain and anxiety. My nurse Lynn is tops and takes care all my needs. I learned so much from Janet about my self and taught me how to deal with illness. I feel secure knowing that my needs are taken care of like a family would. Thanks to all
