What is Hospice Care?

Palliative Care in Anaheim, California

In a large and recent study, Patients who chose hospice care lived an average of 30 days longer than similar patients who did not choose hospice care. (Connor et al., 2007) Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, 2009

Facts about Hospice

Hospice services provide compassionate support for individuals facing a life-limiting illness. At Kind Heart Hospice and Palliative Care, the focus is on comfort, dignity, and quality of life. The care team works closely with patients and their families to manage symptoms, ease pain, and offer emotional and spiritual guidance. Services are provided wherever the patient calls home—whether in a private residence, assisted living, or nursing facility. Palliative care in Anaheim, California, is an integral part of this approach. Each care plan is guided by the patient’s needs and wishes, with attention to both physical and emotional well-being.

Hospice care is a type of service dedicated for terminally ill patients and or for our loved ones with increasing levels of care.
Hospice care is not about giving up, it is about maximizing their quality of life focusing on symptom management.
Hospice is not a place, but instead a philosophy that promotes quality of life, not just about end-of-life.
Hospice care can follow their care wherever they may be.
Hospice care is focused on providing comfort and support at the patient’s place of residence.
All hospice care is directed and overseen by our Hospice Physicians.