How Do I Know When It’s Time for Hospice Care in Los Angeles, Orange County, or Riverside?
How Do I Know When It’s Time for Hospice Care in Los Angeles, Orange County, or Riverside?
Choosing hospice care is one of the most loving decisions you can make for your family and your loved one’s comfort. At Regal Hospice & Palliative Care, we understand how overwhelming it can feel to decide if it’s the right time for hospice. Here’s what you need to know if you live in Los Angeles, Orange County, Riverside, or surrounding areas.
What Is Hospice Care?
Hospice care focuses on comfort and quality of life for patients with a life-limiting illness, rather than curative treatment. At Regal Hospice, we provide in-home hospice care, ensuring your loved one is comfortable and supported in a familiar environment.
Signs It May Be Time for Hospice Care
Families often wonder, “When is hospice appropriate?” Some signs it may be time to consider hospice care include:
✅ A terminal diagnosis with a life expectancy of six months or less (as determined by a physician)
✅ Frequent hospitalizations or emergency room visits
✅ Declining ability to perform daily activities like walking, eating, or bathing
✅ Uncontrolled pain, shortness of breath, or other distressing symptoms
✅ Increased weakness or significant weight loss
✅ The patient or family expresses a desire for comfort-focused care over continued aggressive treatments
If you notice these signs, it may be time to have a conversation about hospice care.
Benefits of Starting Hospice Care Early
Families often think hospice is only for the final days, but starting hospice care early can help:
🌿 Improve symptom management and pain control
🌿 Provide emotional and spiritual support for your loved one
🌿 Reduce unnecessary hospital visits
🌿 Offer family caregivers guidance and respite support
🌿 Allow for more meaningful moments together
Hospice Care Near You in Southern California
Regal Hospice & Palliative Care proudly serves:
Los Angeles County: Los Angeles, Glendale, Pasadena, Long Beach, Santa Monica, and more
Orange County: Anaheim, Irvine, Newport Beach, Santa Ana, Fullerton, and surrounding cities
Riverside County: Riverside, Corona, Temecula, Moreno Valley, Palm Springs
San Diego County: San Diego, La Jolla, Escondido, Chula Vista, Oceanside
San Bernardino County: San Bernardino, Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga, Victorville, Redlands
Wherever you are in Southern California, Regal Hospice brings compassionate in-home hospice care to your doorstep.
Who Pays for Hospice Care?
Hospice care at Regal Hospice is covered by:
✅ Medicare (under the Medicare Hospice Benefit)
✅ Medi-Cal
✅ Most private insurance plans and HMOs
Our team will handle the paperwork so you can focus on your loved one’s care.
How to Get Started with Regal Hospice
If you believe it may be time for hospice care or simply want to discuss your options, call Regal Hospice at (818) 330-9697 or email info@regalhospice.com. Our team is available to guide you through the process with compassion and clarity.