The 18th annual One from the Heart Awards Breakfast will be held on October 10, 2008 at the Crowne Plaza Cabaña Hotel in Palo Alto. One from the Heart is an inspiring event that celebrates life and hope. Throughout the years, this signature event has raised more than $2,500,000 for the benefit of the hospice and home health patients served by Pathways.

This year an audience of Pathways friends and families, corporate leaders, and medical professionals, will celebrate the 2008 awardees and welcome featured speaker Steve Ford, son of Gerald and Betty Ford.

Mr. Ford, an actor, motivational speaker and hospice supporter, will give the audience an insider’s view of life in the public eye, featuring many historic and unpublished photos and slides. The Ford family’s success was attributed to character, integrity and strong bonds. Steve will share insights gained when he and those dearest to him supported Gerald Ford and each other during the final months of the late president’s life.

Make a donation to One from the Heart any time by clicking the link below or calling 1.800.753.3071.

Thank you for your support!

Earlier this year the Mere Mortals Mountain Biking Club and Pathways challenged Bay Area companies to sponsor an individual or corporate rider. These riders raised money and awareness for Pathways programs by participating in the 2nd annual Bra Ride on the challenging Saratoga Gap Trail. Riders braved the heat and

If you would like to join them and ride in May 2009, please e-mail supporting-staff@braride.org to sign up to receive more information.

If your company would like to sponsor a rider, a bike, or apparel, please contact Pathways Hospice Foundation at 408.730.1200 or foundation@pathwayshealth.org.

For more information, visit the event web site at www.braride.org.

The Jack Rafael Memorial Golf Classic was established in 2001 by the family of Jack Rafael as a tribute to his memory and favorite past time. It is the Rafael Family's desire to bring together friends, family, colleagues and the community in a fun-filled day and evening to ensure that others receive the support and care they need as they face the challenges and opportunities presented at the end of life.

In 2007, more than $30,000 was raised to support the patients and families served by Pathways, bringing the total raised by the Jack Rafael Memorial Golf Classic to over $175,000. Pathways is very grateful to the Rafael Family for their on-going commitment to end of life care. Our thanks are also extended to all the participants in the Golf Classic who make such a difference.

Saturday, July 26, 2008
Boggini Park, San Jose

Pathways joins with Bernardin Family McDonald's and Washington Hospital in Fremont to celebrate the holidays with the Trees of Angels. Join us at the following locations for some holiday cheer and help hospice.

Don't miss the lighting of the 60' flagship tree at the McDonald's on Highway 680 and Mission Boulevard. Children can enjoy a Holiday Breakfast with Santa Claus and Ronald McDonald at the Washington West McDonald's in Fremont. Trees will also be lit at the Nakamura Clinic in Union City and the Silliman Center in Newark.

McDonald's at Mission Boulevard and HWY 680
Tree Lighting Ceremony
December 1, 2008
6:00 pm

Nakamura Clinic
33077 Alvarado Niles Road at Dowe Avenue, Union City
Tree Lighting Ceremony
December 3, 2008
5:30 pm

Silliman Center
6800 Mowry Avenue, Newark
Tree Lighting Ceremony
December 4, 2008
6:00 pm

Children's Holiday Breakfast
Washington West Building
2500 Mowry Avenue, Fremont
December 6, 2008
8:00 am

Pathways Hospice Foundation invited the community to be its guest at an art and wine reception featuring the fiber art of Pathways volunteer and artist, Judy Martin. Judy describes her work as "healing pieces," inspired by her experiences with life, loss, and healing.