Why Highland?
When it comes to the offerings that we provide, it is our people & our passion that make the difference.
A familial approach paired with skill & compassionate care is how we bring comfort to our patients. Our team is composed of medical professionals, social workers, volunteers, & multi-lingual staff that are available as needed. We are located in Glendale but provide care throughout the Southern California region.
OUR MISSION
WHY WE ARE DIFFERENT
We know that families have many options when searching for what the industry likes to call, “end-of life-care”. Where we set ourselves apart starts with our core belief in that we are not here to only provide services for the terminally ill. We are here to celebrate life together with those who need additional care & attention in their ladder part of life.
FAQs
What Is Hospice Care?
Hospice care is a type of health care that focuses on caring for and providing comfort and proper care for patients in their latter part of life.
The purpose of hospice care is to allow patients to live the remainder of their lives in comfort and focus on easing the impacts of the symptoms of their condition.
Who pays for Hospice?
Government Programs. This life-changing process shouldn’t become a hindrance to you or your financial status. For this reason, we accept most insurance plans including Medicare and Medi-cal.
Where is Hospice care provided?
Hospice care is provided wherever the patient resides. This could be at their own home, a relative’s home, assisted living communities, senior facility, nursing homes, and other long-term care facilities including hospitals.
Who can receive Hospice Care?
Hospice care is offered to those who are diagnosed with a terminal illness and wish to seek out comfort care rather than treatment for their condition. This is also known as palliative care. Some of the most common illnesses that instantly present qualification are:
Cancer
Alzheimer’s and dementia
Heart disease
Kidney disease
Lung disease
Degenerative neurological disorders
Does Hospice care mean a patient has a short life expectancy?
We are here to celebrate life together with
those who need additional care & attention
in their ladder part of life. Hospice care does not mean that individuals or families should give up. Accessing hospice care offers a higher chance of stabilizing a patient’s condition and addressing his or her other needs. There have been cases wherein patients are discharged because of an improvement to their health due to the level of comfort& attention that was provided.
Does Hospice care focus on the patient only?
No. Hospice care provides comfort and emotional support to patients and their family members. We are able to provide support to families through Social Work services, spiritual counseling, grief management, and so much more. We are experts in what we do but nw’re also human beings with loved ones of our own — and we’re at your side when you need us the most.
What Kinds Of Hospice Medical Equipment & Supplies Do You Provide?
Hospice medical equipment & supplies may include (but is not limited to):
Personal care & hygiene products including soap, shampoo, body lotion, barrier creams.
Bandages and other wound care supplies
Briefs, pads, and other continence care supplies
Gloves
Oxygen tubing and other oxygen supplies
Positioning devices including cushions and wedges
Adult wet wipes
Hospital Beds
Bedside Commodes
Geriatric Recliners
Nebulizers
Overbed Tables
Oxygen
Shower chairs
Wheelchairs