Routine Home Care
Daily appointments to address the physical, mental and spiritual needs of hospice patients and their caregivers.
Every moment matters
Compassionate hospice care, every day.
Star Care Hospice provides optimal comfort and dignity to patients through their end-of-life journeys — caring for medical needs as well as the mental and spiritual needs of patients and their families.
- Founded by nurses
- Available 24/7
- Care where you live
Available 24 hours
7 days a week
Founded by nursesA different kind of hospice company.
Family-centered careFamilies take part in the plan of care.
Voluntary accreditationRigorous evaluations to meet quality standards.
Covered benefitMedicare, Medi-Cal, HMOs and private insurance.
Understanding hospice
Comfort care that focuses on the whole person
Hospice is comfort care without curative intent. It’s not uncommon to feel overwhelmed by a life-limiting illness. We focus on the symptoms and the person as a whole, providing comfort and assistance with mental, physical, spiritual and social needs.
Our services do not stop with the patient. Support and guidance are extended to family, friends and loved ones while they navigate what is often a challenging and emotional time.
About Star Care Hospice
Levels of care
Hospice services built around each patient
Our team uses a proven, evidence-based approach to the health and well-being of our patients.
Respite Care
Short-term support for primary caregivers, available for a few hours, days or weeks.
Continuous Nursing Care
Hospice staff provide up to 24 hours of care when necessary, helping patients remain at home during critical times.
Inpatient Care
When a patient’s condition exceeds home care capabilities, they may require hospital treatment.
Where we provide care
Care in the comfort of your own home
Hospice will provide care wherever you call home:
- A private residence
- An assisted living facility
- A skilled nursing facility
Who pays for hospice?
Hospice services, medical equipment, supplies and medications are benefits covered by Medicare, Medi-Cal, senior and regular HMOs, and private insurance plans.
Our perspective on hospice
Hospice is not about “giving up.” It is about taking control by maximizing the quality of life.
Who qualifies
Eligibility for hospice care
Patients are eligible for hospice care when a physician makes a clinical determination that life expectancy is six months or less if the terminal illness runs its normal course.
Eligibility guidelines
Service area
Proudly serving the Bay Area and surrounding counties
- Alameda
- Contra Costa
- Marin
- Monterey
- Napa
- San Benito
- San Francisco
- San Joaquin
- San Mateo
- Santa Clara
- Santa Cruz
- Solano
- Sonoma
Coming soon: Sacramento, Stanislaus and Merced counties.
View the service area map
Questions about hospice care?
If you have any questions about hospice care, or if you think you or your loved ones may qualify for hospice services, please give us a call.