What is Hospice Care?
November 18, 2020
By Executive Director, Marlene von Friederichs-Fitzwater “Hospice” care was initially defined as “a lodging for pilgrims or the destitute normally provided by a monastic order”
By Executive Director, Marlene von Friederichs-Fitzwater “Hospice” care was initially defined as “a lodging for pilgrims or the destitute normally provided by a monastic order”
Scott Kirchner is a man of many talents. Not only is he known as Dr. Kirchner (Cap’n Bob to his students) in the Communications Studies
As we wind our way toward the end of 2020 in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, I am hopeful of a better new year. And part
In just about one month, on Saturday, October 17th, we’ll celebrate our first ever virtual event, the “Be a Hero for the Homeless” Virtual 5k.
We’re so excited to announce that our executive director & founder, Marlene von Friederichs-Fitzwater, will receive two important local awards soon! The Corporate Citizenship Award
It’s Launched! Our site for the “Be a Hero for the Homeless” Virtual 5k Walk/Run is up…and “running.” And it’s so easy for you to
Johnny Gay left Sacramento in 2001 and moved to Louisiana and Colorado in search of work. He turned to alcohol, lived on the streets, and then was diagnosed with cancer.
Just before Christmas, I met with several homeless people at Loaves & Fishes who agreed to be interviewed on camera. They told us about the physical and emotional pain of living day to day on the streets of Sacramento.
I met up with James Fitzhugh at Friendship Park on the campus of Loaves & Fishes last month. His story reinforced what I’ve known and seen for a long time: anyone can become homeless. James went from middle class to homeless very quickly.
The Health Communication Research Institute, Inc. is a nonprofit established in 1989 with a commitment to reduce health disparities through community-based research and program development. In 2015, HCRI, Inc. narrowed its focus to better understanding the healthcare needs of the homeless population; developing programs to address those needs; and creating Joshua’s House, a hospice house for the terminally ill homeless.
501(c)(3) Tax ID: 68-0195121 – United Way Nonprofit Code: Org 7371
Joshua’s House Hospice
Administrative Office
5025 J Street
Suite 311
Sacramento, CA 95819
Phone : 916-502-0946
Email : m.fitzwater@thehcri.org
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