Foothills Compassionate Care

Foothills Compassionate Care At Foothills Compassionate Care, we firmly believe that nobody should have to face the end of life or manage serious chronic illnesses alone.

Foothills Compassionate Care is a 4-star nonprofit organization serving Western Nevada County with a comprehensive range of services: Hospice of the Foothills, Sierra Community Palliative care, bereavement support, caregiver support & education. Founded in 1970 by a dedicated group of nurses, Hospice of the Foothills has grown from a visionary all-volunteer initiative to Foothills Compassionate Ca

re, a leading non-profit specializing in supporting families and patients living with chronic illnesses or experiencing an end-of-life journey in Western Nevada County. We offer palliative care at our clinic and hospice services wherever our patients call home. Our caring, skilled, compassionate team focuses on easily this journey, allowing patients and their families to concentrate on cherishing their moments together. To learn more, visit our website foothills-cares.org.

November is National Hospice & Palliative Care Month — a time to honor the compassion and care that make every moment co...
11/07/2025

November is National Hospice & Palliative Care Month — a time to honor the compassion and care that make every moment count. At Foothills Compassionate Care, we’re proud to serve our neighbors with comfort, dignity, and heart — thanks to a community that believes in caring for one another.

Día de Los Mu***os reminds us that love transcends loss. Each candle, flower, and photo is a tribute to the bonds that r...
11/01/2025

Día de Los Mu***os reminds us that love transcends loss. Each candle, flower, and photo is a tribute to the bonds that remain even after death.
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At Foothills Compassionate Care, we are honored to walk alongside families as they celebrate life and remember those who continue to live on in their hearts.
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If you would like to honor a loved one with a gift to help provide compassionate end of life care to Nevada County, please visit our website (foothills-cares.org/make-a-donation) or call 530.272.5739

Just one week until Moonlight Magic!We can’t wait to gather under the Northern Lights for an unforgettable evening of di...
11/01/2025

Just one week until Moonlight Magic!
We can’t wait to gather under the Northern Lights for an unforgettable evening of dinner, live music, and community celebration.
We're almost sold out! Don’t miss your chance to be part of this magical night!
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🌙 Moonlight Magic, a fundraising gala to benefit Foothills Compassionate Care
🗓 Friday, November 7, 2025
🕔 5:30-10pm
📍 Miners Foundry, Nevada City
🎟️ foothills-cares.org/moonlight-magic
Dinner • Auction • Community Impact
We can’t wait to see you there!
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IN THE NEWSWomen of Nevada County 2025: A Nurturer by NatureExecutive Director, Heidi Wingo, is featured in this year's ...
10/30/2025

IN THE NEWS
Women of Nevada County 2025: A Nurturer by Nature
Executive Director, Heidi Wingo, is featured in this year's issue of Women of Nevada County, a publication by , in an article by Hollie Grimaldi Flores. Thank you, Hollie & The Union, for sharing the incredible person and leader that we are fortunate to have here. She is truly one to be celebrated!
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More about Foothills Compassionate Care:
Foothills Compassionate Care provides nonprofit hospice, palliative, bereavement, and caregiver support services, focusing on compassionate, community-centered care for Nevada County and surrounding areas.
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Foothills Compassionate Care brought the Five Wishes program to Unitarian Universalist Community of the Mountains this w...
10/29/2025

Foothills Compassionate Care brought the Five Wishes program to Unitarian Universalist Community of the Mountains this weekend. Making health care decisions for one's self or a loved one can feel overwhelming, which is why it’s so important to start the conversation now. If you're interested in learning more about how to plan and/or have conversations with loved ones, DM us!

WE'RE HIRING!Director of Social Services--------📍 Grass Valley, CA💼 Full-time • Salary: $95,680 – $108,160/yr --------Jo...
10/29/2025

WE'RE HIRING!
Director of Social Services
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📍 Grass Valley, CA
💼 Full-time • Salary: $95,680 – $108,160/yr
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Join our mission-driven non-profit dedicated to providing compassionate end-of-life and bereavement support in the Sierra Nevada foothills.
As Director of Social Services, you’ll lead our Social Work, Spiritual Care & Bereavement teams—driving holistic support, staff mentoring, program development, and community outreach.
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Key requirements:
🤍Master’s degree (Social Work, Counseling, Psychology) required
🤍Experience in hospice/palliative care social services & supervisory leadership preferred
🤍Valid CA driver’s license & reliable transportation
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Why join us?
🤍Meaningful work supporting patients, families & community
🤍Competitive salary + full benefits including health, vision, dental, PTO & retirement plan
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🤍A chance to lead, innovate and make a real impact in a caring environment
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Interested or know someone perfect for this? Don’t wait—apply now and help us bring dignity, compassion and support to every journey.

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHTThank you, , for your support of Moonlight Magic, our annual fundraising gala. Your contribution helps...
10/27/2025

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT
Thank you, , for your support of Moonlight Magic, our annual fundraising gala. Your contribution helps ensure that no one experiences an end-of-life journey alone.
To join the mission as a sponsor, please contact Mai Yang Lee at [email protected]
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🌙 Moonlight Magic, a fundraising gala to benefit Foothills Compassionate Care
🗓 Friday, November 7, 2025
🕔 5:30-10pm
📍 Miners Foundry, Nevada City
🎟️ Tickets available now!
Dinner • Auction • Community Impact
We can’t wait to see you there!
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We're thrilled to welcome to this year's Moonlight Magic gala. Gary brings incredible energy and heart to the stage—hel...
10/25/2025

We're thrilled to welcome to this year's Moonlight Magic gala. Gary brings incredible energy and heart to the stage—helping turn generosity into impact. Get ready for an exciting live auction in support of compassionate end-of-life care right here in our community.
Join us November 7 at the Miners Foundry in Nevada City for a night of magic, music, and meaning.
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🌙 Moonlight Magic, a fundraising gala to benefit Foothills Compassionate Care
🗓 Friday, November 7, 2025
🕔 5:30-10pm
📍 Miners Foundry, Nevada City
🎟️ Tickets available now! (see link in bio)
Dinner • Auction • Community Impact
We can’t wait to see you there!
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Residents of were treated to a Music on Wheels performance featuring extraordinary pianist Ken Hardin, Artistic Directo...
10/23/2025

Residents of were treated to a Music on Wheels performance featuring extraordinary pianist Ken Hardin, Artistic Director of
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We’re proud to partner with to bring professional live music into local assisted living communities. Music on Wheels is all about nurturing the soul, building community, and making world-class music accessible to those who can’t attend concerts in person.
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Huge thanks to our program sponsors: Smarter Broadband, , and Denis & Barbara Drew — your support makes moments like these possible.
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Tune in tomorrow at 9am for our monthly chat with Tom Fitszimmons on . If you catch us on air, tell us about it in the c...
10/21/2025

Tune in tomorrow at 9am for our monthly chat with Tom Fitszimmons on . If you catch us on air, tell us about it in the comments!

Love good company, great energy, and giving back? We’re looking for volunteers to help bring Moonlight Magic to life on ...
10/18/2025

Love good company, great energy, and giving back? We’re looking for volunteers to help bring Moonlight Magic to life on November 7! From greeting guests to helping with the auction and raffle, you’ll be part of an unforgettable night that supports compassionate end-of-life care in our community.
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VOLUNTEER ROLES AVAILABLE:
🤍 Setup
🤍 Check-in
🤍 Raffle ticket sales
🤍 Wine pull station
🤍 Dinner service
🤍 Auction spotters
🤍 Auction recorders
🤍 Auction runners
🤍 Clean up
DM for more info &/or to join the team!
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🌙 Moonlight Magic, a fundraising gala to benefit Foothills Compassionate Care
🗓 Friday, November 7, 2025
🕔 5:30-10pm
📍 Miner's Foundry, Nevada City
🎟️ Tickets available now!
Dinner • Auction • Community Impact
We can’t wait to see you there!
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10/14/2025

Join us on October 18 for a giant community yard sale for our dear friend Mike Sutherland! Starting from 11:00am to 5pm at GVBC! All proceeds will be going to Mike himself, we will be accepting cash or Venmo! See you this weekend!

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11270 Rough And Ready Highway
Grass Valley, CA
95945

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+15302725739

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