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SPRING 2020
Fulfilling our mission through
the COVID-19 Pandemic
Since 1979 the Optimal Hospice Foundation has been committed to our mission
to ensure hospice care and other compassionate programs are available for families
facing a life-limiting illness. Programs include outreach and education, hospice care
For generations we have been funding for the uninsured and bereavement support, including an annual Kids Camp
told to ‘count your blessings’ for children who have experienced the loss of a love one.
to help us focus on the good During these unprecedented times our commitment has not waivered. Through
things in life rather than the the COVID-19 pandemic the Foundation has continued to partner with Optimal
negative. Hospice Care staff to provide support to our patients and families while following
all Department of Public Health guidelines and Stay at Home orders. With these
That may be a good exercise
during this pandemic or guidelines and orders in mind the Board of Directors took a hard look at
anytime we are feeling down. our Kids Camp Program and has made the very
difficult decision to cancel our camps for 2020.
Optimal Hospice Bereavement/ While our camps are cancelled, we will continue to
Spiritual Counselor David Berg provide grief support and resources for all families who
offers these suggestions to need our help. All children who have been referred
help you count your blessings for 2020 or attended in 2019 will be contacted with
this week:
information on resources that are available through
• Find something that makes Optimal Hospice Care Bereavement Teams and the
you happy. Foundation. In addition, resources will be posted
• Get something to give to on our website and Facebook page throughout the
someone else to make them summer. We realize the impact this will have, however, the health and wellness of our
smile. campers and counselors has to be our number one priority.
As all of our counselors and camp staff have said since hearing the news, “Kids
• Find one thing that you love
to smell. Camp will be back bigger and better in 2021.”
The Foundation is currently evaluating our activities and fundraisers for
• Make a list of three things
the remainder of the year and hope we can find ways to make them available.
you are grateful for each day
As you can imagine the pandemic has affected the Foundation financially as several
for the next three days.
fundraising events held by other organizations to support the Foundation have
• Find something that you are been cancelled, as well as our own Garden Wine Tasting event. If you are able, the
thankful for in nature.
Foundation would appreciate any financial assistance you can provide. Donations can
• Find something that is useful be made via our website www.optimalhospicefoundation.com, mailing to your local
for you. Foundation office or by calling the office (numbers are on the back of this newsletter).
The Foundation will continue to fulfill our mission in our communities. If you
need assistance, please reach out – let us know how we can help.
Please stay safe and strong. Together we will get through these trying times.
Warm Regards,
Cherie Shoemake, Optimal Hospice Foundation Director
Standing together to make our way
through loss and uncertainty
By James Farrell, Optimal Hospice Care Bereavement Counselor
I’m not sure what you had planned for many other secondary losses for each slowly fading away — similar to the
2020, but I can honestly say that I did not of us. You may have lost your job, your polaroid picture that Marty McFly had
see it going like it has. These past few routine, your favorite pastime and so in the movie “Back To The Future.”
months have brought into our lives a lot on. Some losses are bigger than others, Spoiler alert: Marty’s fading picture is
of change and uncertainty as the world but nonetheless restored. We too
responds to the COVID-19 pandemic. each is a loss and will have a new
many little losses normal when this
It’s important to stay informed, but with HERE ARE A FEW ONLINE
can pile up and passes.
so many media outlets at our fingertips, RESOURCES YOU MAY
weigh us down. While working
this can push us towards information FIND HELPFUL
The second with those that are
overload. Will things ever go back to type, “Ambiguous • whatsyourgrief.com grieving, I’ve seen
normal?! Loss” happens • griefsupportonline.com that two seemingly
It can be upsetting. when you’re not opposite things can
• www.mygriefangels.org
With all that is happening, I want entirely sure be true at once.
to share two types of loss that may be what your loss • www.griefincommon.com You can feel guilt,
affecting each of us. is. It is different • grief.com pain, hope and
The first is “Secondary Loss” which than the grief you gratitude all at the
refers to the losses that accompany a have experienced same time. It’s not
major loss. As an example, you lose with the death of wallowing or self-
a job, and with it, financial security. your loved one. This loss may not be as centered to grieve the loss of things like
This can apply to each of us as we find tangible or rooted to the physical. weddings, proms, graduations, sports
ourselves in a situation that none of us We are all experiencing ambiguous seasons, parties, religious observance,
anticipated. loss at a time like this, when we don’t funerals, togetherness, support and
Collectively we lost the normalcy of know when a sense of normalcy will connection. These things are an
the world around us, and this causes so return or feel that life as we knew it is extension of our individual values like
family, friends, intimacy, parenting,
spirituality, career and community. Each
of these things connect to who you are.
If you show compassion towards
your struggles, you may be more likely
to show compassion towards others. So
rather than minimizing your pain and
anxiety because “Hey, we’re all suffering
here. It could be worse,” let’s come
together (from 6 feet away) to make our
way through this in unity.
Things are beyond upsetting right
now.
The Foundation Garden Wine Tasting planning committee has made
Let’s face the struggles. Let’s hold
the difficult decision to cancel our 2020 event due to the COVID-19
each other up. Let’s grow stronger
pandemic. We are extremely grateful to all the sponsors, donors, vendors
and attendees that have supported us the past five years. There is no together.
question this is a time of uncertainty, but we feel confident that by Please know that our Bereavement
sticking together and supporting one another we’ll emerge from this Teams continue to be here for you.
stronger than before. Though the means in which our support
is available may look different, our
We look forward to seeing everyone at our 2021 event, commitment to continue to provide
Amanda Miller, Event Chairperson compassionate care is still as strong as
ever.
2 The Hospice Journey • Spring 2020
GOLF
IN THE SUN
& UNDER
THE STARS
TOURNAMENT
29TH ANNUAL
GOLF TOURNAMENT
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 Stockdale Country Club | Bakersfield | 3:30 p.m.
n Play 9 Holes in the Sun n Enjoy Dinner & Prize Drawings
PRESENTED BY
n Play 9 Holes Under the Stars with Glow Balls n $150 Entry Fee
To register a team at optimalhospicefoundation.com.
For sponsorship opportunities, call (661) 716-8000.
Event date/details subject to change. Updates will be posted on our website and Facebook page.
Sponsorship & Registration Forms available at OptimalHospiceFoundation.com
Reflection on the COVID-19 Pandemic:
Mourning what we are missing
By David Berg, Optimal Hospice Care Bereavement/Spiritual Counselor
“We are all dealing with the collective loss of the world we knew,”
explained grief expert David Kessler. The Guest House
The interruption of our normal routines and day to day rhythms of life
rival the sadness and uneasiness that we all feel. Not only are we grieving the This being human is a guest house.
lives of those who have died from COVID-19 and our patients, we are also Every morning a new arrival.
mourning the loss of the normal: seeing our co-workers, being with friends A joy, a depression, a meanness,
and the routines that we took for granted. some momentary awareness comes
Grief is the pain that comes with loss. It is deep. It affects us physically as an unexpected visitor.
and mentally, and it can feel overwhelming. Grief comes after the death of a
Welcome and entertain them all!
special person, but it also comes during other losses: the loss of a job, a role in Even if they are a crowd of sorrows,
life, a home, divorce and the everyday routines we knew before the pandemic. who violently sweep your house
We are experiencing losses we never anticipated: weddings, meetings, travel empty of its furniture,
plans, school events … all canceled because of the virus. Grief is now the face still, treat each guest honorably.
of an uncertain future, which we are powerless to control. They may be clearing you out
This stressful time is uniquely challenging. Failing to see the additional for some new delight.
stress that comes with the pandemic runs the risk of blaming yourself about The dark thought, the shame, the malice.
something that is out of your control. These are stressful times, but there are Meet them at the door laughing and
coping strategies: invite them in.
• Acknowledge the grief. Be grateful for whatever comes,
• Stay connected to others. Make time for phone calls and video chats. because each has been sent
as a guide from beyond.
• Minimize the time you spend watching the news. Remember it’s good to
stay informed but don’t create anxiety by overdoing it.
— Jellaludin Rumi
I have found the following poem a good reminder of what life is like.
Spring 2020 • The Hospice Journey 3
Thank You for Your Support
The following individuals and organizations generously contributed to Optimal Hospice Foundation from July through
December 2019. On behalf of the patients and families we serve, thank you for your support.
Arie Abbott Susan Becherer Thomas & Jacquie Broach Christi Cathey Vergil & Mary Dawson
Tammie Abell Marion Beckman Sheri Browder Netta Cauthen Aileen De Joya
Charles Adams Judith Ann Bell Brenda Brown Kenneth Center Cherrie De Leon
Chris & Bette Addington John Bellizzi Derek Brown Nancy Chadwell Brian & Rebecca Decker
Mary Ellen Agan David & Wendy Benson Sandy Brown Jani Champlin Donna DeClue
Shirley Aguilar David Berg Bruces Body Shop Lynn Chappell Kayla DeJournett
Dolores Aguilar-Spielman Larry Bergamo Deborah Brummett Charles & Kim Chase Rosemary Delfino
Jenny Ainsworth Berry Petroleum Company Brad & Janet Bryan Anthony & Margie Chavez Reyanna Denier-Santos
Karina Akers Bernice Berryhill Connie Chavez Robert Di Rocco
Jeanine Albertsen John & Collleen Bese David Chavez Kenneth Diane
Irene Alcantar Lenore Chester Dignity Health Management
Beverly Aldaco Julie Chrisco Services
l Dixon Golf, Inc.
Optima
Nichole Alexander Leann Ciccone
Lita Allen
o u r g enerous h o Laura Clark David Doig
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Marvin Allison Thank y rvices employ ether Stephen Clark Michelle Donaldson
S e st. og
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Health
Marsha Donelson
Alpha Zeta Beta Sorority, Inc.
c lu d e d in this li 75,600 in Doug & Janet Clary
Gary Draeger
Gloria Alvarado are in e t han $ Brenda Clayton
ve mor the Optimal Andrew Drenth
J. Alvidrez they ga o ug h
Bobby & Deana Coburn
Valerie Alvidrez 2019 thr yee Giving June Cochran Karen Duey
Michelle Amaro Em lop
n. Charles Colclasure Donna Dufton
American Legion Riders Campaig Edwin & Linda Combs Susan Dukeshire
Chapter 20 Jigisha Bhavsar Carissa Commons Larry & Linda Duncan
Lino & Madeline Amoral Jack Bianchi Mary Conarroe Doris Dunham
Am-Tech Inspection Services Patricia Bianchi Steven Conner Deloris Dunn
Pam Anderson Kelly Binninger Ron & Christine Cook Larry & Helen Durham
Kegan Andres Helen Bishop Cheryl Cooper Brooke Eardley
Patricia Andrighetto Victoria Bishop Lorraine Bryan Kira Earhart
Michelle Cooper
Raymond Angelillo Bitco, Inc. Tracy Bryan Bonnie Earley
Marilyn Copeland
Eleanor Angelo Daryl & Jackie Black William Bryant Bo Earnshaw
Jessie Corona
Noriko Aoyama Dennis Black Ann Marie Buckeridge William R. Edmonds
Lydia Costa
A-Plus In Home Care Pamela Blanchard Christina Buckles Lucy Edwards
Mary Costamagna
Sandra Arakelian Kristina Blom Anna Bugarin Ron Edwards
Jackie Coughran
Esther Arambulo Shirley Boen Joan Bugni Sue Edwards
Claudia Courtney
William Araujo Joseph Boitano Lori Buntin Amy Elliott
Laura Courtney
Ruby Arreguin John & Lisa Bonadelle Theresa Burch-Freshour Barbara Ellis
Glenna Cover
Carolyn Ashlock Jack & Darlene Bonham Jill Burgess Encompass Health
Gary & Kelly Cowan
Phillip Aubrey Kimberly Bonham-Arnold Vesta Burgess Rehabilitation
Edward & Linda Cox
Judy Auger Megan Borba Laurie Burkart Sandra Engle
Kim Cox
Maria Baes Marcy Borland Sandra Bush Philip Ensley
Jerry & Lori Crabb
Donald & Marilyn Bailey Larry & Denise Boshers Jr. Stormie Buterbaugh Jeanne Espinoza
Loraine Crabtree
Virginia Bailey Lorenzo Botello Stan Button Rosalinda Estrada
Todd Crabtreet
Paramjit Bajwa William Botts Becky Byrne Shauna Estrada
Carol Craig
Bakersfield Family Medical Phyllis Bowers John & Victoria Camara Monica Evangelista
Trudee Crayton
Center Stacy Boyd Kirsty Cameron William & Jeanne Evans
Crest Bar & Grill
Matthew Bakich The Boydstun Family Elaine Campigli Maxine Fargason
Audrey Crevelt
Martha Balderama Kimberly Boyette Stacey Candler-Cummings Beatrice Farmer
Josie Cruz
Roxanne Baldwin Frank Boyle Maurice & Joan Caplin James Farrell
Marsha Cruz
Timothy Baloian Mark & Janie Braun Felicia Cardenas Federated Insurance
Jeff & Deborah Curtin
Jennifer Bardone Ana Bravo Stephen Carey Deborah Fenton
Sarah Daly
Jerry Barker Cheryl Bray Sandra Carl Ceres Fernandez
Marie Nadine Daniel
Frank & Pauline Barnett Brayton Purcell LLP Carmel Village at Clovis Tiffany Fisler
LaVerne Daniels
Erika Barocio Deborah Brazie Ramona Carney Jo Anne Fitting
Jennifer Daquioag
Leslie Bauguess John Brelsford Malcolm Carr Rebecca Flores
Judy Davenport
Juanita Bayus Barbara Bridges Albert & Sandra Castellon Dawn Foerster
Catherine Davis
Barbara & Ronnie Beaty Enid Brinkman Angelica Castillo Teijuana Foley
Edward Davis
Jacquelynn Becerra Madelyn Broach Marian Castro DAvid & Carole Fontana
4 The Hospice Journey • Spring 2020
Thank You for Your Support
Ernest & Sharon Fontana Amanda Gutierrez Steve & Linda Hollingsworth Christina Kinney Jana Maragoni
Yasmin Forbes Cretia Guzman Patrick & Kelly Holmes Helen Kinsey John & Delores Markell
Leah Ford Jennie Haberlander Teresa Holmes James & Roberta Kirin David Marmolejo
Joann Forsythe Jim Hacker Scott Holsey George Kirkorian Karen Marriott
Diane France Souphaphone Hagan Alden & Virginia Houbein Steven & Carolyn Kittrell Amando Martin
Peggy Franklin Janice Hagen Loretta Houska Rosalinda Klamorick Linda Martin
Rebecca Frausto Harold Hale Carl Howell Diana Kliewer Patricia Martin
Charlotte Free-Kincy Lavonne Hall Justina Howell Frances Knipper Phillip & Tracy Martin
John Freeland Hall Ambulance Stephanie Huckabay Basil & Barbara Knowlton Louise Martinez
Daniel Freng Vicki Hallaian Gloria Huerta Dawn Knox Lydia Martinez
Geni Friend Clayton & Vickie Halterman Edward & Marcia Hunsaker Komoto Pharmacy Viviana Martinez
Carrie Fritz Katherine Hammerson Ken & Dona Hurt Donna Konstanzer Janice Martz
Courtney Fry Bernice Hammond Nancy Hurtado Sheryl Kratz Philip & Nella Mastagni
Joanne Fukawa Brenda Hampton Darla Hutsell Cecil & Pam Krieger Don & Cherie Maxwell
Megan Gaither Marissa Hansen Robert Iorio Marily Kroh Dawn Maykel
Bonnie Gallegos Fred Harkey Judy Jackson Susann Kubiak Melissa Mazzei
Irma Gallegos Janne Harlow Destany Jacobsen Frank & Pam Kuhs Lisa McCarthy
James & Sally Gallops Teresa Harp Roosevelt & Morgan Kara Lack Lynndee McCarthy
Mandy Garcia Carla Harrell Jacobson Ashley Lackey Alicia McGowan
Patricia Garcia Stacey Harris Anne Janssen Naoko Lackey Earl McGuirk
Sierra Garcia Thomas & Vicki Harris Paul Javines Charles & Linda LaDuca John McHarry
Stacey Garcia Jonathan Hartshorne Linda Jeffers Heidi Lahee Ken & Cindy McMahen
Cory Garoutte Loretta Harvil Bustamante Todd Jeffries James Lake Donna McMakin
Adele Garrison Joyce Hawkins Virginia Jeffries James & Cynthia LaMar Kathryn McMillin
Enedina Garza Robert & Mary Lou Hawkins Heather Jensen Robert Lancaster Donna McNamara
Americo & Enedina Garza, Sr. Joyce Hebert Steven & Cherry Jensen Dale & Beverley L’Anglois, Jr. Rachel Medina
Tim & Linda Gassaway Julie Hedegard Carol Jett Skip & Patty Langston Medline Industries, Inc.
Tina Gervacio Anne Hedge Melissa Jimenez Larry & Marilyn Latta Joan Medunic
Jessica Gheen Ashley Helton Dorothy Johnson Deirdre Lattner Sunny Melendrez
Maricela Gibson Kathy Helton Ronda Johnson Edith Laurin Robert Mendel
Kanwaljeet Gill Macie Hemma Royce Johnson Cathleen Lawler Tammy Mendel
Lynn & Mary Gillette Clara Henderson Wesley Johnson Kathleen Lazernik Cristina Mendez
Judy Ginther Anthony Hendley Doug & Barbara Johnston Kasey Le Grand Jose Mendezona
Virginia Gipson Analesi Hernandez Annette Jones Sharilyn Lee Shelia Menefee
Sharon Girkins Jesus Hernandez Lana Jones Terry Lemburg Steve Menyhay
Debra Godbehere Margaret Hernandez Linda Jones Mike Lenihan Dorothy Merritt
Matthew & Erin Goddell Ophelia Hernandez Steve & Caren Jones Beatrice Leslie Jana Meyer
Linda Godsey Sophia Hernandez Teresa Jones Robby & Christine Lester Mary Ann Meyer
Gloria Gomez Nicole Herndon Kennedy Kakompe Shanna LeViner Shelley Mickelson
Juanita Gomez Lori Herrera Jaskiranjit Kang Kim Little Amanda Miller
Kathryn Gomez Ted & Betsy Hershburg Megan Kapitza Melissa Littlewood Judith Miller
Danielle Gonzales Gail Heuer Nabil & Pauline Karam Kristine Locher Tim Miller
Margaret Gonzales Jack & Ruby Hickman Rosarie Karibian Ethelyn Looy Alma Miller-Perry
Lorina Gonzalez Donna Higgins Sue Kaufman Gabriela Lopez Ambrosia Miranda
Yolanda Gonzalez Sharon Hines Gurpreet Kaur Jane Lopez Lorene Mitchell
Deyanira Gonzalez-Mora Lois Hitchcock Harpreet Kaur Joana Lopez Agnes Moench
R. Mike & Marigene Gordon Jeff Hodges Lisa Kennedy Ralph Lopez Blake Molhook
William & Kathleen Gorman Vanessa Hoehing Richard & Regina Kent Sandra Lopez Margaret Molloy
James Gracey Jay & Linda Hoff Mark Kerheghan Diana Lopez Alvarez Luz Monroy
Grade 6 Oil LLC Dale & Janna Hoffman Jaime Kerhulas Jessica Lorge-Rodriguez Sue Montgomery
Walter Grainger David Hoffman Kern Alliance of Business Patrick Loschke Patti Moon
Rea Granada Jennifer Hofman Rita Kerr Catherine Lueder Lena Moore
Mary Jean Graveline Raymond Hogfoss Janet Kiener Charles Lynch Monte Moore
Bonnie Green Kelly & Kim Hohenbrink Ruth Kilborn William Lynch Cheri Mora
Greenlawn Funeral Homes Margaret Hokokian V. L. Killingsworth Joann MacDonald Maria Morales
Janine Green-Oldfield Nicole Holato Sandra Kinerson Martha MacGillivary Moriama Moreno-Jirano
Carole & Mark Gregg Alan Holborn Jarah King Olimpia Machuca Morgan Stanley
Hale Grover Annabel Holguin Juli King Mary Madrid Sidney & Lynn Morris
Joyce Guijarro Dennis Hollenbeck Kingston Bay Senior Living Jose Manalo Judy Munoz
Clark & Pam Gustafson Dena Holley Ann Kinnett Annette Mara Cynthia Murillo
Spring 2020 • The Hospice Journey 5
Thank You for Your Support
Lucinda Murphy Robert & Kathy Parker Patricia Preston Mary Reynolds David Romero
Rosie Myers Robert & Janet Parkman Kathy Price Robert Rice Raeanna Romero
Roberto Nacianceno Cindy Parrett Sharron Price Janet Rich DeeAnn Romo
Virginia Napoleon Janie Partain Stephanie Prince Deborah Richardson Graciela Romo-Ballesteros
Margaret Navarrette Jill Paulson Regina Pryor Mary Richardson Carol Rose
Claudia Navarro Brent Peabody Vanessa Pulido Paul Richardson Stephen Rose
Jesus Navarro Diaz David & Victoria Pedroza Carol Putman Lynne Ristad Joshua Ross
Roberta Needham P. E. & Deena Pedroza, Jr. Kenneth & Deborah Putnam Louise Rivera Dawn Ross-Schultz
Christina Newman Elizabeth Perez Terry Quenemoen Rebecca Rivera Roy & Lydia Rowe
Richard & Tina Nicol Maria Perez LeAnne Quenzer Jessie Robb Joline Ruiz
Don Noel Shirley Peters Rebecca Racine Patrick Roberts Colene Rung
Marilyn Nolan Amy Petersen Chris & Natalie Radach Jeff & Cindy Robertson David & Christie Rush
Briana Nunez Tony & Lisa Petersen Jocelyn Raese Simon Robinson II Lauren Ruskell
Chuck & Charlinda O’Dell Darren Peterson Ellen Ramirez Laura Roche M. J. Ryan III
Oliva Ofiaza Judy Peterson Eva Ramirez Bobbi Rodgers Yvonne Rypkema
Queenie Ohanesian Brandi Phillips Jessica Ramirez Adam & Jami Rodriguez Denise Ryssman
Brian & Tamra Ohs David Phillips Alicia Ramos Joy Rodriguez S. C. Anderson, Inc.
John O’Leary Patsy Phillips Frances Ramos Manuel Rodriguez Phon Saen
Elvia Oliva Inthasorn Phomkhai Marlene Ramos Ray & Grace Rodriguez Joseph & Diane Sagariballa
Graciela Olivares Renteria Michelle Pickering Shauna Ramos Santa Rodriguez Inderjeet Sagi
Natalie Oliver Desiree Platt Shirley Real Lynn Rodriquez Sylvina Salazar
Thomas Olson Alma Poblador-Lopez Thomas & Annette Reed Patricia Roe Yolanda Salazar
Dee Opperman Porterville Breakfast Lions Balvi Reyes R.A & M.J. Roeder Richard Salgado
M. P. Orlando Club Mayra Reyna Donna Rohrbach Michael & Suzanne Saltz
Courtney Orndorf Prestige Senior Living
Nicole Orosco-Edgar
Cynthia Pacheco
Delores Pacheco Murillo
Celia Pagan 2019
Jeanette Page
Paintbrush LLC
Doreen Palacios
Jacqueline Palmer
Wilma Jo Palmer
Maria Emma Pangilinan
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