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Clear guidance for hospice decisions and caregiving.

Find straightforward information about hospice care, eligibility, Medicare coverage, caregiver support, and the difference between hospice and palliative care. Start with the topic that best matches your question.

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These guides are educational and written in plain language. For questions about an individual patient, call our team.

01Hospice FAQsAnswers to common questions about hospice, care, costs, family support, and choices.→02Who Qualifies for Hospice?Understand common eligibility considerations, timing, and how an evaluation works.→03Hospice vs. Palliative CareCompare two comfort-focused approaches and understand how they differ.→04Medicare & InsuranceLearn how hospice coverage commonly works and what costs families should clarify.→05Caregiver ResourcesPractical questions, support, and reminders for family caregivers.→

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Helpful forms and guides for families.

These official resources can be downloaded and printed. They offer a starting point for advance care planning, caregiving coordination, and understanding the Medicare Part A hospice benefit.

CALIFORNIA FORM · PDF

Advance Health Care Directive

California's statutory form for naming a health care decision-maker and documenting care preferences. Review the form's instructions, including signing and witnessing requirements.

Download California Advance Health Care Directive (PDF) → Source: California Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General.

CAREGIVER WORKSHEET · PDF

Coordinate caregiving responsibilities

A printable worksheet to help families divide practical tasks, organize support, and identify who can help with daily needs.

Download Caregiver Coordination Worksheet (PDF) → Source: National Institute on Aging, National Institutes of Health.

CAREGIVER GUIDE · PDF

Care for yourself, too

A short printable guide with ideas for caregiver wellbeing, rest, social connection, and asking for support.

Download Caregiver Self-Care Guide (PDF) → Source: National Institute on Aging, National Institutes of Health.

MEDICARE PART A · PDF

Medicare Hospice Benefits

Medicare's booklet explains hospice eligibility, services, costs, rights, and how the hospice benefit works under Part A. Coverage is specific to eligibility and the hospice plan of care.

Download Medicare Hospice Benefits (PDF) → Source: Medicare / Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.

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