Americare Hospice, Inc offers specialized care for individuals facing terminal illness, providing medical, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual aspects of patient care.
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At our Los Angeles hospice agency, we are dedicated to providing comfort and compassion to those facing a terminal illness or condition. We provide hospice services throughout Los Angeles County, Ventura County, Orange County, Riverside County, San Bernardino County, Kern County and more. We offer a holistic approach that addresses the emotional, physical, and spiritual needs of the patient and their family. Our expert, compassionate care focuses on personal goals and optimizes the quality of life for people facing life-limiting illnesses.
Hospice Interdisciplinary Care Team:
The hospice care team is made up of dedicated and expert professionals who focus on providing comfort and dignity during a patient’s final months, weeks, or days. They are available for 24-hour support.
Comfort Measures:
Spiritual Guidance:
Social Work Services:
Care is delivered wherever you or your loved one calls home, whether it’s at home, an assisted living facility, or a group home. Our comprehensive hospice services team works collaboratively to ensure that each patient receives individualized care that respects their personal goals and optimizes their quality of life.
Our hospice services provide exceptional care customized to your unique needs. We recognize the significance of preserving a secure and cozy home atmosphere. This is why we provide a range of hospice services tailored to ensure your loved ones’ home environment is as comfortable as possible. Such hospice services include ensuring a tidier and safer living space, medications and medication management, medical equipment and supplies, podiatry services, wound care, and more. In addition, services include maintaining consistent personal hygiene and attending to your loved ones’ health needs.
Access to a member of your hospice services team 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Assistance with advance directive forms and assurance that wishes about life support and CPR are carried out. Advanced Directive Cards can also be carried to indicate that you have an advance directive.
A continuous flow of care, tailored for patients and their families, consisting of Physicians, Skilled Nurses, Nursing Aides, Social Workers, Physical therapy, Bereavement Counselors, and more. We also provide 24.7 bed-side continuous care by skilled nurses, should the patient's health be rapidly declining.
Our interdisciplinary group will help tailor personalized care based on the patients and family’s needs.
We offer a holistic approach to our hospice services, providing a range of important services that patients in need of hospice care can rely on. Below are the types of services we provide as part of our hospice services, no matter where the location.
MEDICAL SERVICESWe provide medical services for both our hospice and palliative care services. Some of the types of medical services we provide include:
1. Hospice assessments, medical assessments, and physical evaluations conducted by registered nurses and hospice physicians.
2. Hospice medical interdisciplinary group creates a Plan of Care per patient and their needs.
Our nurses will help and provide information that will Educate the patient and family about their options within hospice care, available services and resources, and variety of care services available such as respite care.
Pain and Symptom Management:
Use of medications, therapies, and interventions to manage pain.
Durable Medical Equipment: Provision of necessary equipment such as hospital beds, wheelchairs, walkers, oxygen systems, and more.
Medical Supplies: Supplies needed for patient care, including bandages, catheters, and wound care supplies and more.
Prescription Medications: Medications necessary to manage pain, symptoms, and the primary illness.
Over-the-Counter Medications: Necessary over-the-counter medications that complement the treatment plan.
Medical care with a focus on pain and symptom control.
Medication Management & Education on use and disposal.
Administering medications, managing IV lines, and ensuring the patient follows their prescribed treatment plan.
Physical Therapy: Assistance with mobility and physical comfort.
Occupational Therapy: Help with daily activities to improve quality of life.
Speech-language pathology services: Support for communication and swallowing difficulties.
Dietary Counseling: Nutritional support and guidance for patience to enhance patient's quality of life and comfort. Dietary counseling can help manage symptoms such as nausea, digestive issues, and difficulty swallowing with suggestions on easily digestible foods, meal timings, and specific food textures.
Medical Social Services: Support for patient's emotional, social and practical needs including emotional support, community and transportation resource coordination, advanced care planning, crisis intervention, and social services for family members.
IV Therapies
SOCIAL, SPIRITUAL, MENTAL HEALTH We provide social, spiritual, and mental health services for both our hospice and palliative care services. Some of the types of these services include:
Help accessing community resources and support services.
Companionship helps alleviate feelings of loneliness, anxiety, and depression by providing a caring presence and emotional support.
Social Interaction: Regular visits offer patients social interaction, which can be particularly important for those who may feel isolated or disconnected from friends and family.
Conversing and Listening: Engaging in meaningful conversations, listening to patients' stories, and sharing experiences.
Counseling, social, and grief support for you and your family.
Guidance with the difficult issues of end-of-life and closure.
MORE SERVICES We provide all of the needed assistance with basic housekeeping and hygiene needs your loved one may need. Examples include:
Podiatry Services: Hospice podiatry services address foot and lower limb care, which is crucial for patients who may have limited mobility or conditions like diabetes that affect foot health.
Bathing and Showering: Assistance with bathing or showering to ensure cleanliness and comfort while preventing infections and skin irritations.
Oral Hygiene: Regular oral care to maintain mouth health, prevent infections, and ensure comfort, especially if the patient has difficulty eating or drinking.
Skin Care: Attention to skin health, including moisturizing dry skin, preventing pressure sores, and managing existing skin conditions.
Grooming: Helping with hair care, shaving, nail trimming, and other grooming activities to promote dignity and a sense of normalcy.
Incontinence Care: Managing incontinence through regular changing, cleaning, and use of appropriate products to maintain skin integrity and prevent discomfort.
You will receive exceptional care customized to your unique needs. We recognize the significance of preserving a secure and cozy home atmosphere. Among the things we provide are:
Ensuring a tidier, safer living space.
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Routine Home Care is the standard type of care that a hospice agency provides in patients’ homes, long-term care facilities and nursing homes.
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Continuous Care is provided when medically necessary. Continuous care involves skilled nursing care provided for at least 8 hours each 24-hour period.
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Inpatient care is provided when patients needs cannot be managed at home and require the use of specialized facilities or designated hospital units.
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This in-home service provides home care to loved ones by nurses/certified hospice aids for short periods of time to offer temporary relief to primary caregivers.
Take a look below to learn more about frequently asked questions regarding our hospice services. For more information or to discuss how we can support you and your loved one, please contact our hospice agency in Los Angeles. We are here to provide the care and compassion you deserve during this challenging time.
Hospice care at home is a type of hospice service provided in the comfort of the patient's own home, where they can be surrounded by familiar surroundings and loved ones. This form of care focuses on providing palliative care to individuals with terminal illnesses, emphasizing comfort, quality of life, and support for both the patient and their family during the end-of-life journey.
Features of Hospice Care At Home:
Comprehensive Care: Provides a holistic approach to care that addresses physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of the patient.
Interdisciplinary Team: Care is delivered by a team of healthcare professionals including doctors, nurses, social workers, chaplains, and volunteers. This team works together to create and implement a personalized care plan.
Symptom Management: Focuses on relieving symptoms such as pain, nausea, breathlessness, and anxiety to ensure the patient's comfort.
24/7 Availability: Hospice care teams are available around the clock to provide support and respond to emergencies.
Family Support: Provides emotional support, education, and respite care to family members and caregivers, helping them cope with the challenges of caregiving and the emotional aspects of their loved one's illness.
Home Visits: Regular visits from healthcare professionals to monitor the patient's condition, adjust care plans, and provide necessary treatments and medications.
Equipment and Supplies: Ensures that patients have access to necessary medical equipment and supplies, such as hospital beds, wheelchairs, oxygen, and medications.
Personalized Care Plans: Develops individualized care plans tailored to the unique needs and preferences of each patient.
Hospice care at home is appropriate for individuals with terminal illnesses who prefer to spend their remaining time in the comfort of their own home. It is suitable for patients who:
Hospice care at home offers a compassionate and dignified approach to end-of-life care, ensuring that patients can spend their final days in peace and comfort, with the support and care they need.
Hospice care at home is typically covered by a variety of payment sources, including Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance, and sometimes charitable organizations. Here's a breakdown of how these funding sources generally work:
Medicare
Medicare Hospice Benefit: For those eligible, Medicare covers most hospice care costs, including:
To qualify for the Medicare Hospice Benefit:
Medicaid
Medicaid Hospice Benefit: Medicaid also provides coverage for hospice care in most states, which typically includes:
Eligibility criteria and specific benefits may vary by state.
Private Insurance
Examples of insurance agencies that we provide to include, but are not limited to, BlueCross/BlueShield, LA Care, Molina Healthcare, CalOptima, Galaxy Health Network, Health Net, Brand New Day, and more.
Private Health Insurance: Many private insurance plans offer hospice benefits similar to those provided by Medicare and Medicaid. Coverage can include:
It's important to review the specific terms of the insurance policy, as coverage details, co-pays, and deductibles can vary.
Veterans Benefits
Veterans Affairs (VA) Benefits: Veterans may be eligible for hospice care through the VA if they meet specific criteria. The VA covers a range of hospice services for eligible veterans, often similar to those covered by Medicare.
Charitable Organizations and Nonprofits
Charitable Organizations: Some hospice providers and community organizations offer financial assistance or sliding scale fees for patients who do not have sufficient insurance coverage or who lack financial resources.
Self-Payment: If other payment sources are not available or do not cover all costs, some patients and families may pay out-of-pocket for hospice care services.
