At Astral Hospice and Palliative Care, we provide expert, compassionate care for patients and families navigating the challenges of serious illness and end-of-life transitions. Serving Los Angeles, San Diego, Orange County, Palmdale, Riverside County, and surrounding areas, our team of skilled professionals offers comprehensive hospice and palliative care services tailored to meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of our patients.
_edited.jpg)
Your Well-Being Matters
Accepted Health Plans
Your Trusted Hospice Care
Expert Medical Team
At Astral Hospice and Palliative Care, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care. We accept a wide variety of health plans to ensure that you or your loved one receives the essential care needed, without added financial stress.
As a leading provider of hospice and palliative care in Southern California, Astral Hospice takes pride in offering personalized care tailored to the unique needs of each patient. Our compassionate team is committed to supporting patients and their families with dignity and respect during life’s most challenging moments.
Our experienced team of healthcare professionals specializes in delivering exceptional palliative and hospice care. With a focus on comfort, pain management, and emotional support, we strive to provide the highest quality of care for patients and families.
Is it time for hospice?
Progressive Illness Despite Treatment
If treatments aimed at curing or controlling a chronic illness are no longer effective, or if side effects are too challenging, it may be time to consider hospice care. Astral Hospice focuses on providing comfort, pain management, and emotional support when curative treatments are no longer an option.
Uncontrolled Pain or Distressing Symptoms
If pain, shortness of breath, nausea, or other symptoms become overwhelming or difficult to manage, hospice care offers specialized pain management and symptom control. Our goal is to ensure comfort and improve the patient’s quality of life through effective treatment plans.
Increased Need for Help with Daily Activities
If the patient requires increasing levels of assistance with daily activities—such as bathing, eating, getting dressed, or using the restroom—hospice care provides in-home assistance to help manage these tasks while preserving dignity and independence.
Cognitive Decline Due to Dementia or Alzheimer’s
For patients diagnosed with advanced dementia, Alzheimer’s, or similar cognitive conditions, hospice care helps manage symptoms, provide routine care, and offer emotional and practical support for families.
Frequent Hospital Admissions or ER Visits
When a patient experiences frequent hospitalizations or emergency room visits, this can signal that the disease is advancing. Instead of repeated trips to the hospital, hospice care at home can offer 24/7 support, allowing the patient to remain in a familiar, comfortable environment.
Significant Weight Loss or Appetite Decline
A noticeable reduction in appetite or rapid weight loss can indicate that the body is nearing the end stages of an illness. Hospice care focuses on keeping patients comfortable rather than forcing aggressive treatments that may no longer improve quality of life.
What Insurance Plans Does Astral Hospice Accept?
Astral Hospice accepts Medicare (Part A hospice benefit), Medi-Cal, most private insurance plans including PPO and HMO, Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits, and other employer or union-sponsored health plans. Our team handles insurance verification and coordinates all necessary documentation, so families can focus on care—not paperwork.
-
What is hospice care and how does it work?Hospice care is specialized end-of-life care for individuals with terminal illnesses. It focuses on comfort, pain management, and emotional support rather than curative treatment. At Astral Hospice in Los Angeles, we provide in-home hospice services designed to support both patients and families with 24/7 compassionate care.
-
When should you consider hospice care for a loved one?If your loved one is facing a terminal illness and treatments are no longer effective, it may be time to explore hospice care services in Los Angeles. Common signs include frequent hospital visits, declining health, chronic pain, or loss of appetite. Astral Hospice offers free consultations to help you determine the right time for care.
-
What types of hospice care services does Astral Hospice provide?Astral Hospice offers comprehensive in-home hospice care in Los Angeles and Southern California, including pain and symptom management, skilled nursing, palliative care, social work services, chaplain support, bereavement counseling, and medical equipment—all delivered with compassion and dignity.
-
Is hospice care only for cancer patients?No—hospice and palliative care support patients with a range of conditions, including Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, heart failure, COPD, ALS, and more. Our hospice care team works closely with your physician to provide personalized care regardless of the diagnosis.
-
Can hospice care be provided at home?Yes. Astral Hospice specializes in in-home hospice care throughout Los Angeles and Southern California. We bring compassionate, professional care directly to your home, ensuring your loved one remains comfortable and supported in a familiar environment.
-
What insurance plans does Astral Hospice accept?Astral Hospice proudly accepts a wide range of insurance plans and benefits, including: Medicare (Part A hospice benefit) Medi-Cal (California Medicaid) Private insurance plans (both PPO and HMO) Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits Other state, union, and employer-sponsored health plans Most patients qualify for 100% coverage of hospice care services under Medicare Part A or Medi-Cal, including medical equipment, medications, nursing visits, and support services. Our admissions team will handle insurance verification and guide you through every step—no stress, no confusion, just compassionate care from day one.