French Hospital Medical Center Foundation

11/15/2025

Today is ! This day signifies the importance of working together for the common good. Philanthropic deeds come in all different shapes and sizes—charitable giving, volunteering, a random act of kindness. What will you do today? Join us by making a tax-deductible, philanthropic gift at https://www.supportfrenchhospital.org/give

11/14/2025

For the 28th consecutive time, we've earned an "A" Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group!

💖 For Our Community, With Deep Gratitude. 💖
At French Hospital Medical Center, we're humbled and proud to announce something remarkable: For the 28th consecutive time, we've earned an "A" Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group
This isn't just an "A" it signifies:
Being a "Straight A" hospital – a consistent safety benchmark achieved by less than 13% of hospitals nationwide.
An extraordinary distinction: French Hospital is one of only 11 hospitals in the entire nation (and just 2 in California!) to receive an "A" in every single one of Leapfrog's grading cycles since 2012!
As CEO Sue Andersen puts it, this reflects a "deeply ingrained culture where patient well-being is the very foundation of everything we do."
Thank you for trusting us with your care. Your safety is our mission!

11/13/2025

Humankindness heals. It's the effect we can have on one another when we reach out and help.

Join us today in spreading some extra humankindness for World Kindness Day.

How will you spread kindness where you are?

11/11/2025

Today, and every day, the French Hospital Foundation is grateful for our country’s veterans. Thank you for your service. 🇺🇸

11/10/2025

Take a to start your week with a moment of gratitude.

11/07/2025

French Hospital’s Pet Therapy Program brings comfort to patients, staff, and visitors via wagging tails and puppy smiles. Therapy dogs—like “Happy” shown here—brighten everyone’s day and help our patients in their healing journey. We are grateful to the Harold J. Miossi Charitable Trust for its ongoing support of this special program. 🐾

Interested in joining our Pet Therapy team? Learn more at https://www.supportfrenchhospital.org/volunteer or call 805.542.6240.

11/06/2025

At French Hospital’s Hearst Cancer Resource Center, the Angel of Hope Fund provides vital assistance to local cancer patients in need. Your tax-deductible gift to the Angel of Hope Fund (of any dollar amount) will bring much-needed support to those struggling during their cancer journey. Learn more about the no-cost programs and services of the Hearst Cancer Resource Center at https://www.supportfrenchhospital.org/hcrc

Hearst Cancer Resource Center
French Hospital Medical Center

11/03/2025

Join us for a free, educational session next week on Thursday, November 13, from 4:30 to 6 pm to learn about the latest in cancer care at French Hospital Medical Center. Our guest speakers will share no-cost resources available at the Hearst Cancer Resource Center, current methods of care for cancer patients in our community, and more information about the new comprehensive cancer center coming to San Luis Obispo in 2026.

There is no cost to attend, but seats are limited. This presentation will be held in the Wacker Family Auditorium on the third floor of French Hospital’s Copeland Health Education Pavilion. To register, please visit https://www.supportfrenchhospital.org/whats-up-doc-11.2025, or call (805) 542-6496.

French Hospital Medical Center
Hearst Cancer Resource Center

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween! Stay safe and healthy while enjoying the festivities with family and friends! 🎃

10/30/2025

Want to support the French Hospital Foundation without spending extra? If you already have appreciated assets, an IRA, or a donor-advised fund, you can give in a way that strengthens community health while lowering your tax burden. Explore your options at https://french.mygiftlegacy.org/tax-smart-gifts

10/29/2025

We are excited to announce our “Gathering for Good” event on October 18th raised more than $473,000 to support patient programs at French Hospital, with a focus on cancer services. Attended by more than 270 guests, the event honored Edwin Hayashi, MD, and his late brother Howard Hayashi, MD, with the 2025 Louis Tedone, MD, Humanitarian Award. We also celebrated the Foundation’s 20th anniversary and success in raising over $70 million since 2005 in support of French Hospital, San Luis Obispo’s original non-profit hospital. Learn more at https://www.supportfrenchhospital.org/news/pr-gathering-for-good-2025

French Hospital Medical Center
Hearst Cancer Resource Center

10/28/2025

Did you know French Hospital has faithfully served San Luis Obispo County since 1946? As San Luis Obispo’s original, nonprofit, community hospital, we are going beyond small-town health care to invest in our community’s health, wellness, and patient experience like never before. Our vision is to enhance our ability to deliver exceptional whole-person care as the San Luis Obispo County community grows and evolves. Learn more about the Beyond Health hospital expansion project at https://www.supportfrenchhospital.org/beyondhealth