Grass Valley, CA –Hospice of the Foothills held its 11th annual Dame Cicely Saunders Awards on Thursday, May 30th. Named in honor of the founder of the modern hospice movement, this award recognizes exceptional contributions to hospice care and commitment to the values of compassion, dignity, and support for patients and their families.
Recipients of these awards have consistently demonstrated their commitment to Hospice of the Foothills’ programs and services through significant philanthropic support and service. Honorees included Drs. Denis and Barbara Drew received the Individual Award; Pawnee’s Home Care (Melissa Jamison and Kristen Bardwell) received the Community Partner Award; Sandy Blake received another Individual Award; and Karen Boyd-Sheehan, RN, received the Clinical Care Award.
“We are deeply honored to recognize these remarkable individuals who have dedicated their lives to enhancing the quality of care for palliative and hospice patients and their families,” said Heidi Wingo, Executive Director of Hospice of the Foothills. “Their compassion, commitment, and tireless efforts embody the spirit of Dame Cicely Saunders, and we are grateful for their contributions to our mission.”
For more information on the services provided or to make referrals to Hospice of the Foothills or Sierra Community Palliative Care, please visit our website hospiceofthefoothills.org, or call us at 530-272-5739.
About Hospice of the Foothills:
Hospice of the Foothills, a non-profit organization, offers a comprehensive range of palliative and hospice care services. With a focus on enhancing the quality of life for those with life-limiting illnesses, Hospice of the Foothills provides support, education, bereavement services, and compassionate care to patients and their families throughout Western Nevada County and surrounding areas.