Hinds Hospice

02/01/2026

It's time for our first Saturday Spotlight of the year. We have the honor of highlighting one of our wonderful Patient Care Volunteers MaryAnn.

Get to know her below:

Who are you, and in what capacity do you volunteer for Hinds LifeCare?
My name is MaryAnn Jones and I am a Patient Care volunteer who provides companionship with patients that often feel lonely and isolated. I feel connected with the mission in regards to compassionate caring, in all the many ways in which that can be given and shared.

Do you have a secret talent?
I believe we all have secret talents. One of my secret talents is that I am a martial arts teacher of Tai Chi Chuan. I continue to teach part time though mostly from a meditative perspective now. It has enriched my life greatly.

Do you have any hobbies and if so what are they?
I have many! I enjoy engaging in contemplative and nurturing arts such as: puzzling, gardening, walking, painting, knitting, reading, tai chi, meditating, studying and creating.

If you were to thank anyone for helping shape you into the person that you have become, who would that be?
I would like to thank my parents. They passed many years ago, however they feel closer to me as the years go by. They instilled in me the love and care for all living things: nature, animals, and people. They were wonderful examples of patience and faith and trust. My parents were loving, caring and kind people who blessed me with a secure and beautiful life. As I grew into an adult with my own family and challenges, I experienced some hardships and heartbreak, but it was the foundation they gave me which stayed and strengthened me all through life. I am forever grateful to them for the life and love and guidance they gave me and for their radiant strong spirits.

Interested in becoming a volunteer like MaryAnn? Learn more here: https://hindslifecare.org/

01/28/2026

Learn more about our Grief Support Groups here 👇💛✨
https://www.hindshospice.org/patien.../center-grief-healing/

Merced Drop-in Grief Support Group
Park Merced, 3050 M. Street, Merced
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
6-7 PM

Registration for drop-in support group is not required and there is no fee to attend.
Please contact the Center for Grief & Healing (559) 248-8579 or centerforgriefandhealing@hindshospice.org for mo

01/27/2026

Hinds LifeCare is truly grateful to be a part of the Comfort Care program at the Central California Women’s Facility (CCWF) where no one has to die alone.

If you have a moment we would love for you to read this thoughtful article about how this program came to be and how it continues to make a positive impact: https://ccwfpapertrail.org/in-central-california-womens-facility-no-one-has-to-die-alone/

If you would like to know more about the many different services that Hinds LifeCare provides please check out our website here: https://hindslifecare.org/our-services/

Our community support allows us to give a higher level of care and offer enhanced family support. Our goal at all times is to respect your wishes. The care we provide reflects a partnership between you, your family, and the Hinds LifeCare team. We pride ourselves on our mission to ease suffering, an...

01/19/2026

Learn more about our Grief Support Groups here 👇💛✨
https://www.hindshospice.org/patien.../center-grief-healing/

Online Survivors of Su***de Loss
Monday, January 26, 2026
2490 W. Shaw Avenue, Fresno, CA 93711

Pre-registration is required to receive the Zoom link.
There is no fee to attend.

For more information or to register, please contact the Center for Grief & Healing at (559) 248-8579 or email us at centerforgriefandhealing@hindshospice.org

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01/19/2026

Learn more about our Grief Support Groups here 👇💛✨
https://hindslifecare.org/center-for-grief-healing/

Online Pregnancy After Loss
Monday, January 26, 2026
2490 W. Shaw Avenue, Fresno, CA 93711

Pre-registration is required to receive the Zoom link.
There is no fee to attend.

For more information or to register, please contact the Center for Grief & Healing at (559) 248-8579 or email us at centerforgriefandhealing@hindshospice.org.

01/18/2026

Learn more about our Grief Support Groups here 👇💛✨
https://hindslifecare.org/center-for-grief-healing/

Survivors of Su***de Loss
Thursday, January 22, 2026
2490 W. Shaw Avenue, Fresno, CA 93711

Registration for drop-in support group is not required and there is no fee to attend.
Please contact the Center for Grief & Healing (559) 248-8579 or centerforgriefandhealing@hindshospice.org for more information.

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01/18/2026

If you are a mom whose child has died by su***de, we would like to invite you to join us in support of one another on Saturday, February 28 from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Hinds LifeCare Center for Grief and Healing at 2490 W. Shaw Ave. Fresno, CA 93711.

RSVP is encouraged, but not required. We invite you to bring a photo of your child to share with the group that will be returned the same day. Please call 559-322-5877 or email centerforgriefandhealing@hindshospice.org if you would like to attend or have questions about the gathering.

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01/17/2026

As we step into 2026, we have been taking time to reflect on the moments, milestones, and community support that shaped 2025 at Hinds LifeCare. It was a year defined by meaningful growth, deep connection, and powerful reminders of what can happen when compassion leads the way.

One of the most defining moments of the year was the reveal of our historic rebrand during a truly special Gala celebration. Seeing our new look and renewed voice unveiled in a room filled with supporters, partners, and friends served as a powerful reminder that while our name and brand may evolve, our heart and mission remain unchanged.

We were also humbled to be voted as one of the Best Hospice Care and Nonprofits of Central California, an honor that reflected the dedication of our care teams, staff, volunteers, and the trust families place in us every day.

Some of the most meaningful moments were not about recognition at all. Hinds Kids Fun Fest created space for medically fragile children and their families to simply be kids and families. For those receiving hospice services, a day of laughter, play, and normalcy meant more than words can fully capture.

Through the generosity of our community, Hinds LifeCare was also selected as one of the nonprofit organizations to benefit from the Fresno Giving Machine. Being part of this initiative reinforced what we continue to see time and again: our community cares deeply about showing up for one another.

As we look ahead, we carry the lessons and gratitude of 2025 with us. We are proud of what we were able to accomplish together, and even more grateful for the people who made it possible. With a strong foundation beneath us, we enter 2026 focused on what matters most: showing up with compassion, dignity, and care when our community needs us most.

01/16/2026

The journey of grief brings an array of feelings and emotions, often leaving us feeling lonely and isolated. Hinds LifeCare is available to support you on your journey.

This spring the Center for Grief & Healing invites you to take part in a grief support group tailored to your type of loss. Whether you've lost a partner/spouse, parent, child, or sibling, you’ll be surrounded by others who are facing similar experiences. Our grief support groups offer a compassionate and safe space to connect, reflect, and receive support.

Led by trained clinicians with a peer volunteer, these 12-week groups are thoughtfully designed to meet people wherever they are in their grief journey.

💬 Groups begin the week of February 3, 2026
📍 Center for Grief & Healing | 2490 W Shaw Ave, Fresno
✨ There is a cost for some groups, please call for more information.

Space is limited and registration is required by calling the Center for Grief & Healing. To learn more or register, call (559) 248-8579 or email centerforgriefandhealing@hindshospice.org.

You can also learn more about the Center for Grief & Healing here: https://hindslifecare.org/center-for-grief-healing/

If you, or someone you love, are walking through grief, we’re here for you. You are not alone.

01/15/2026

Join us this Spring 💙💚

The journey of grief brings an array of feelings and emotions, often leaving us feeling lonely and isolated. Hinds LifeCare is available to support you on your journey.

This spring the Center for Grief & Healing invites you to take part in a grief support group tailored to your type of loss. Whether you've lost a partner/spouse, parent, child, or sibling, you’ll be surrounded by others who are facing similar experiences. Our grief support groups offer a compassionate and safe space to connect, reflect, and receive support.

Led by trained clinicians with a peer volunteer, these 12-week groups are thoughtfully designed to meet people wherever they are in their grief journey.

💬 Groups begin the week of February 3, 2026
📍 Center for Grief & Healing | 2490 W Shaw Ave, Fresno
✨ There is a cost for some groups, please call for more information.

Space is limited and registration is required by calling the Center for Grief & Healing. To learn more or register, call (559) 248-8579 or email centerforgriefandhealing@hindshospice.org.

You can also learn more about the Center for Grief & Healing here: https://hindslifecare.org/center-for-grief-healing/

If you, or someone you love, are walking through grief, we’re here for you. You are not alone.

01/14/2026

Woohoo way to go Erika! Thank you for always going above and beyond. ❤️

01/13/2026

Thank you to our friends at K-Jewel 99.3 FM for helping our community learn and know more about the different services and programs that Hinds LifeCare provides. ❤️