Patient Stories
Our stories weave together the fabric of who we are as an organization. We are committed to serving with a purity of purpose; enhancing the quality of life for those faced with a life limiting illness. There is nothing more sincere. There is nothing more sacred.
Celebrity Support
We have discovered that many celebrities have a heart for hospice.
Kelsey meets her all time favorite band: 5SOS
We put a smile on Tania's face with a little surprise from The Oak Ridge Boys!
Ashley celebrated her 13th birthday at the Island Hotel Newport Beach, where she was treated like the VIP cooking star she had always wanted to be.
Miguel visited the space shuttle Endeavor and met astronaut Danny Olivas at the California Science Center.
Emily received a private behind-the-scenes tour courtesy of Disney Channel star Debby Ryan and got to spend the day at home with Disney star Bella Thorne just one month before her passing.
Passionate baseball fan Christopher got the VIP treatment from the Angels baseball team. He also got to meet his Disney crush, Selena Gomez, on set in Los Angeles.
Thomas and his family had an incredible visit to LEGOLAND California, followed by a dream home visit with Harrison Ford.
David, a 61 year-old man with end-stage Parkinsons disease, had a deep love of songwriting, poetry, and music.
SCHF steps in to help Katie’s wish come true! Watch this video to find out how!
Hospice Giving Hope
We aim to transform the traditional standard of hope for a cure to hope for comfort, quality of life, and dignity with death. Here are some examples of how SCHF has provided hope by fulfilling both basic needs and extraordinary dreams.
Megan's story of love, hope, and resilience.
After 32 years, John and Carol finally got married in front of their family and friends.
First Service Residential adopted several SCHF patients for the holidays. They donated Christmas trees, decorations, food, gift cards and holiday cheer for those at the end-of-life.
Rosario’s wish was to experience all the magic at Disneyland Park during the holidays. Watch how foundation was able to step-in and make her final wish come true.
Clifford's last wish was to see the beach once more. Through the Angel Assistance program, we were able to make that happen for him and his family.
Heather’s wish was to attend a wine tasting with her friends and family. With the help of Peltzer Winery, Grapeline Tours, and many others, SoCal Hospice was able to make her wish come true!
Despite heart failure, Sylvia Landfield was always full of life. SCHF worked with her son to put together an amazing 102nd birthday party!
Celso's wish was to celebrate his 80th birthday with 70 of his closest friends and family.
This year the Southern California Hospice Foundation teamed up with First Service Residential, as they adopted a number of our patients during the holidays.
SCHF helped bring a family together in honor of Baby Ava's first and final Dodger game.
Gina's dying wish was to marry her long-time love, in front of her family and friends. SoCal Hospice made it happen.
Watch how SCHF helped Marilyn reunite her family for a final goodbye.
SCHF helped, Pat, 73, attend the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, and receive a special gift from Roger Federer.
Ivan's final wish was to be surrounded by love for his 35th birthday.
After a troubled past, William got sober in hospice. SCHF surprised him with an Angels’ experience he would never forget.
Ashley celebrated her 13th birthday at the Island Hotel Newport Beach, where she was treated like the VIP cooking star she had always wanted to be.
Monte’s last wish was to give his daughter a Christmas she’d never forget.
SCHF helped fulfill this mother's final wish: to be reunited with her family.
See how Southern California Hospice Foundation helped Michael reunite with his longtime best friend.
Betty, a talented and accomplished artist on hospice services, longed to visit the Los Angeles Arboretum Botanical Gardens.
60-year-old Deborah had never been to Universal Studios, so SCHF stepped in to make her wish come true.
SCHF helped get Thomas' song professionally recorded, allowing him to leave a legacy for his family.
Edwin’s one wish was to visit Disneyland with his family.
Elizabeth's dying wish was to marry the love of her life. The community came together to give her the wedding of her dreams. This is their love story.
Ernest, 63, was actively involved in working with others who were disabled. SCHF helped him enhance his quality of life.
Eileen, a formerly enthusiastic swing dancer, received a special visit from the Johnny Holiday program.
Jamari, 11, loved Christmas. SCHF and the community helped to make his last Christmas his best Christmas.
Jayla, seven, loved Disney. Her hospice team partnered with SCHF to make her Cinderella dreams come true.
Ernest, 63, was actively involved in working with others who were disabled. SCHF helped him enhance his quality of life.
Margaret, 94, had an adventurous spirit. Her dying wish was to drive a pace car going 120 MPH with her daughters at her side.
Robert's dying wish was to show his commitment to the love of his life.
Robert’s dying wish was to be reunited with his wife to celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary.
Shannon wished to spend a day at the Happiest Place on Earth with her family, creating precious memories that would live on forever.
See how the community came together with the Southern California Hospice Foundation to allow Nance access to the outside world.