Frequently Asked Questions
It is common to have questions about what hospice is and how it works. Below, you can find answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about hospice care.
Q: What is hospice?
A: Hospice is a type of end-of-life care that begins once curative treatments for a terminal condition cease. The aim of hospice care is to maximize the comfort, function, dignity and autonomy of the patient during their final days, weeks or months of life. Hospice care also provides support and resources for caregivers.
The multi-disciplinary hospice team offers a broad range of services including palliative care, physical therapy, home health aide services, counseling, bereavement services, social work and more.
Q: Who qualifies for hospice?
A: A patient can qualify for hospice if they have a terminal diagnosis and an estimated six months or less to live. If patients live longer than six months in hospice care, services can be extended beyond six months.
Q: Who pays for hospice?
A: There are a range of options for paying for hospice including Medicare, Medicaid, VA benefits, private insurance and others. When you call us for your consultation, we can help you figure out the most economical way to cover the costs of hospice.
Q: Where do patients receive hospice care?
A: Most hospice care is performed where the patient lives. That can be a house, an assisted living community, a nursing home, or any other type of residence. In-patient care is performed as necessary, but hospice prioritizes allowing the patient to stay in their home as much as possible.
Q: Do you offer hospice in my area?
A: We provide hospice services in Riverside County, LA County, Ventura County and Orange County. See our Areas We Service page for more information. If you do not see your location listed, please contact us to ask what we can offer in your area.
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Sharon
13:39 02 Dec 25
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08:30 08 Oct 25
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20:19 26 Nov 24
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02:51 03 Nov 24
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17:42 19 Oct 24
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12:16 15 Oct 24
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14:34 13 Oct 24
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03:32 22 Aug 24
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If you have additional questions about hospice care that we did not answer here, you can ask us during your consultation. When you tell us about your scenario, we will be able to let you know whether hospice may be right for you or your loved one, and what services and support we can offer. Please give us a call now at (818) 748-3427 to schedule your consultation.
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