Serving One Segment of the Homeless Population with Love & Compassion
By Marlene M. Fitzwater
Homeless people represent a vulnerable group in society, yet according to an editorial in the Lancet, “…we still have a 14-century-long tradition of treating them as criminals… [They] are more likely to be victims of …
Cultural Differences that Impact Understanding of Hospice Care
By Marlene M. Fitzwater
Latinos are less likely than white people to use hospice care, although there is evidence that their need for services may be greater. While there has been an increased effort by hospices to reach out to …
Preparing for a Winter Opening: Making Joshua’s House a Home
As the winter season approaches, a beacon of hope is on the horizon for terminally ill homeless people in Sacramento. Slated to open later this year, Joshua’s House is a dedicated hospice facility for homeless individuals nearing the end of …
Honoring Those Who Served Our Country and Are Now Homeless
by Marlene M. Fitzwater
Major hostilities of World War I were formally ended at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918 when the Armistice with Germany went into effect. And at the urging of
Johnny Gay’s Story
Johnny Gay's Story
- August 20, 2018
Johnny Gay's Story
Part One
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
David Whitworth’s Story
David Whitworth's Story
- December 27, 2017
David Whitworth's Story
Just before Christmas, we 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
James Fitzhugh’s Story
James Fitzhugh's Story
- January 7, 2017
James Fitzhugh's Story
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:
