Gold Star Hospice

Compassionate Hospice Care

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Our Mission

Our mission is to deliver compassionate, expert care that brings comfort, dignity, and respect to every patient and family we serve. We are committed to walking alongside our patients during life’s final journey, offering personalized support and honoring each life with kindness and understanding.

Our Goal

Our goal is to create individualized care plans that reflect the unique needs, wishes, and beliefs of every patient and their loved ones. We strive to ensure that every person in our care feels heard, valued, and supported by a dedicated team focused on their comfort, peace, and quality of life.

Our Vision

Our vision is to set the standard for end-of-life care in our community, providing hope, comfort, and guidance to families when they need it most. We aspire to be recognized as a trusted partner, leading the way with innovation, empathy, and excellence, so that every patient’s final days are filled with dignity, meaning, and peace.

Patient Programs

IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF CARE OF YOUR LOVED ONE

Thank You for your Service,

WE APPRECIATE THAT

We Honor Veterans

Gold Star Hospice is on a mission to serve those who have served their country. America’s Veterans often carry experiences that present unique challenges at the end-of-life. We Honor Veterans, a program of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization and National Hospitalization Avoidance Program, is designed to empower hospice professionals to meet the special needs of dying veterans.

Round-the-clock access to care and support

Personalized care plans for every patient and family
Expert medical care delivered at home
Comfort-focused symptom and pain management
Emotional and spiritual support
Bereavement care for families
Personal care: bathing, hygiene, and mobility support
Medication and equipment assistance
Volunteer support for patients and families
Help with funeral arrangements and documentation

Myths and Facts about Hospice

MYTH: Hospice means giving up.

FACT: Hospice care is about living each day as fully and comfortably as possible. At Gold Star Hospice, our team works alongside patients and families to provide expert pain and symptom management, emotional and spiritual support, and personalized care that honors individual choices. We help reduce stress and bring peace of mind, supporting you and your loved ones through every stage of the journey. Hospice is not about giving up—it’s about focusing on comfort, connection, and making the most of each moment together.

MYTH: Hospice is only for cancer patients.

FACT: Hospice is available to anyone with an advanced, life-limiting illness, regardless of diagnosis. We serve individuals facing heart disease, dementia, lung disease, and more.

MYTH: Hospice is a place to go to die.

FACT: Hospice is a philosophy of care, not a location. Services are provided wherever the patient calls home—whether that’s a private residence, assisted living, or skilled nursing facility.

MYTH: Hospice is expensive.

FACT: Most insurance plans, including Medicare and Medi-Cal, cover all hospice-related costs. This includes medication, equipment, and supplies related to your condition—so there’s typically no out-of-pocket expense for patients.

MYTH: Hospice will accelerate death.

FACT: Hospice neither speeds up nor delays death. The aim is to enhance comfort and well-being in the final months, weeks, or days. Research shows that hospice care can sometimes extend life and always aims to improve its quality.

MYTH: All hospices are the same.

FACT: Not all hospice providers offer the same level of care or services. Gold Star Hospice supports veterans, provides unique community resources, and never turns anyone away due to financial need. We offer personalized support for families and patients from all backgrounds.