Candid Seal of Transparency We’re proud to share that Foothills Compassionate Care has earned a Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid, advancing from our previous Gold-level recognition. Candid’s Seal of Transparency recognizes nonprofits that provide clear, detailed information about their organization, programs, leadership, finances, and impact. Reaching the Platinum level reflects our continued commitment to […]
Foothills Compassionate Care Brings Global “Before I Die” Public Art Project to Nevada County GRASS VALLEY, Calif. — Foothills Compassionate Care (FCC) announced the installation of “Before I Die,” a community art board inspired by an international public art movement originated by artist Candy Chang. The Before I Die project has inspired more than 5,000 […]
Local Nurse Goes to Washington DC to meet with elected officials about Hospice Fraud Last month, at end of June, Registered Nurse, Kellie Bolle of Foothills Compassionate Care, traveled to Washington DC to meet with elected officials on the issue of fraud, waste and abuse in hospice care. Widespread hospice fraud has been documented in […]
Tom’s Uncommon Journey of Volunteer Companioning By Meredith Melgar, Volunteer Coordinator, Foothills Compassionate Care In hospice care, time is precious. Most patients are only on service for a matter of months, sometimes just days. Volunteers often join families for a brief but meaningful chapter. That’s why Tom’s relationship with one of our patients is something […]