Madrone Hospice, Inc.

Madrone Hospice, Inc. Madrone Hospice, Inc. is a non-profit organization committed to providing Quality, Compassionate Care to patients with life limiting illnesses.

We are located in Yreka, California and provide services to many areas within a 75 mile radius of our office. In 1984, a hospice program was envisioned by a small group of community members. A committee led by Edna Barr met in Bob Kaster’s Law Office to create Madrone Hospice, Inc. The first volunteer training was offered in 1985. In 1987, Rosalind Sumner collaborated with Mary Lou Smith and the S

oroptomists to host the first Art Auction to raise funds for Madrone Hospice. In the early years, Board Members trained volunteers to support dying patients and their families. It soon became obvious that a transition to paid staff was critical for growth. Here are our major milestones:
• 1984: Madrone Hospice was created
• 1990: The McConnell Foundation funded a onetime grant, and the board hired Dan Jacobs as Executive Director
• 1991: The original Hospice Shop was opened by volunteers, including Audrey Wells and Mary Hedge
• 1994: Audrey Flower was hired as Executive Director
• 1995: Hospice was licensed and hired a team of professionals
• 1999: The Hospice House was completed
• 2002: Heartisan Boutique opened
• 2009: Began operation of Madrone Senior Services
• 2012: Audrey Flower retired, Terrie Berentsen hired as Executive Director
• 2012: Served 1000th patient in the Hospice House

Dr. Rich LaCom (Medical Director) and Mary Lou LaCom (Director of Patient Services), along with volunteers and a small team of professionals including Jean Fasig and Catey Olivolo, all wore many hats as they developed Madrone Hospice’s services. During our first year of licensure, we provided hospice care to 19 patients and their families. In 2012, we provided care to 216 individuals. We owe our growth and advancements to the support of the community. Thank you to all who help us achieve our mission of providing quality compassionate care to the people of Northern Siskiyou County.

Happy Retirement to Gladys Martin! 💜💐After more than 16 wonderful years with Madrone Hospice, Gladys has been such a val...
05/20/2026

Happy Retirement to Gladys Martin! 💜💐

After more than 16 wonderful years with Madrone Hospice, Gladys has been such a valuable and dependable LVN, making a lasting impact on countless patients and families. Her softness, compassion, and sense of humor have brought such a beautiful light and laughter into so many homes over the years.

We are incredibly grateful for the kind care, dedication, and heart she has shared with everyone she served. While she will be deeply missed, we are so excited for this next chapter for her — one filled with more quality time with family, precious moments with her blessed grandchildren, and as many mountain trips as she can take.

Congratulations on your retirement, Gladys! Wishing you endless joy, peace, adventure, and many beautiful memories ahead. 🏔️✨

05/20/2026

✨ Make a difference with us ✨

Madrone Hearth & Home is looking for volunteers to help us create a welcoming space that supports hospice care in our community 🤍

Whether you love decorating, organizing, greeting shoppers, pricing treasures, or simply connecting with people — there’s a place for you here.

Every hour volunteered helps support the mission of Madrone Hospice and makes a meaningful impact for local families.

Interested in joining our team?
Send us a message or stop by The Hospice Shop and say hello!

05/12/2026

Exciting news! We’re happy to announce that something beautiful is coming to downtown Yreka!

We’re getting closer to opening the doors to our new Madrone Hospice furniture boutique, and we can’t wait to share it with you.
Stay tuned for our Grand Opening announcement, sneak peeks, and more details coming soon! 🤍

Thank you for supporting Madrone Hospice and our mission to serve our community.

204 S. Broadway St. Yreka, CA 96097

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!! Looking for a meaningful way to give back and have fun doing it? We need YOU! 💚Volunteer opportuniti...
05/08/2026

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!
Looking for a meaningful way to give back and have fun doing it? We need YOU! 💚

Volunteer opportunities are blooming at the Hospice Shop, Heartisan Boutique, and Madrone House. Every hour volunteered helps support compassionate end-of-life care for patients and families.

✨ Love decorating, organizing, helping customers, treasure hunting, or creating handmade items? Join our amazing teams at the Hospice Shop and Heartisan Boutique. We are always looking for creative volunteers who enjoy making handcrafted goods to sell in support of hospice care.

✨ Have a caring heart? Become a patient care volunteer and help bring comfort, companionship, and much needed respite to family caregivers during life’s most meaningful moments.

✨ Have a green thumb? We are always looking for volunteers to help garden, pull weeds and help beautify the grounds at the Hospice House. This is important to keep our space looking peaceful, serene, and welcoming for all who visit.

No special experience needed, just kindness, a little time, and a willingness to help make a difference in our community. 🌿

You can find a volunteer application on our website at madronehospice.org under JOIN OUR TEAM. Contact Diana at 530-842-3160 for more information.
https://www.madronehospice.org/s/VOLUNTEER-APPLICATION1.doc

Its Yard Sale season!!!
05/07/2026

Its Yard Sale season!!!

04/25/2026
04/23/2026

Strutting into Volunteer Appreciation Week like … ✨💃
Our VIPS understood the assignment! Walking the runway with compassion, kindness and a whole lot of heart. ♥️

Big BIG shoutout to our rockstar board member, Catherine Olivolo for helping to lead the way, lifting others up, and making a real difference behind the scenes- that’s real star power!

Lights, Camera, Appreciation ✨For Volunteer Appreciation Week, Madrone Hospice rolled out the red carpet for our VIPS- o...
04/23/2026

Lights, Camera, Appreciation ✨
For Volunteer Appreciation Week, Madrone Hospice rolled out the red carpet for our VIPS- our amazing VOLUNTEERS! 💙

They are the real stars ⭐️ shining for a cause that matters. We are beyond grateful and couldn’t do this important work without them.

Help us give them the recognition they deserve! 👏

Volunteer Shoutout 💙Meet Bob Chiles, one of our all-star Senior Center volunteers and meal delivery heroes!Bob started v...
04/22/2026

Volunteer Shoutout 💙

Meet Bob Chiles, one of our all-star Senior Center volunteers and meal delivery heroes!

Bob started volunteering in 2018 after retiring and deciding he wasn’t quite done being productive. He began in the kitchen tackling dishes like a pro, and when COVID changed everything, he didn’t miss a beat, when allowed back, he jumped right into delivering meals to homebound seniors where he’s been making a difference ever since.

Bob really enjoys helping others and making sure people get a little extra support, but if you ask him, one of the best parts is working with Coreen and the Senior Center crew. 😉 Good people, good team, and people just doing good.

Bob comes in ready to go and never hesitates to lend a hand. He’s dependable, easygoing, and brings just the right amount of humor to keep things fun along the way.

When he’s off the clock, Bob is still on the move. Traveling, family time, projects around the property, camping trips, and heading to the ocean. Retirement just means a different kind of busy, now he gets to spend more time on the things he really enjoys.

We’re so grateful for Bob and everything he brings to the program. He one of a kind and makes a difference every single day.

THANKS BOB!!!❤️

The importance of our Patient Care Volunteers cannot be overstated. They bring more than just help. They bring comfort, ...
04/21/2026

The importance of our Patient Care Volunteers cannot be overstated.

They bring more than just help. They bring comfort, kindness, and human connection during times when it’s needed most. Their presence can also provide much-needed respite for family members and caregivers, giving them time to rest and recharge.

Respite is available for all our patients and we encourage you request one of our wonderful volunteers to bring companionship and a caring presence. 💙

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255 Collier Circle
Yreka, CA
96097

Telephone

+15308423160

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