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Calabasas, California
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Hospice Care in Calabasas, California

Eternal Life Hospice provides physician-supported hospice care for eligible patients and families in Calabasas and surrounding communities. Care may be provided in private homes, assisted-living communities, residential-care settings and skilled-nursing facilities throughout Los Angeles County.

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Hospice Care in Calabasas at a Glance

Eternal Life Hospice serves Calabasas families with Medicare-certified, physician-supported hospice care — at home, in assisted-living communities and in skilled-nursing facilities. Located at the Ventura–Los Angeles county border, our team is ideally positioned to serve Calabasas and can begin a clinical evaluation the same day a referral is received.

Hospice care at home in Calabasas, California

Calabasas straddles the Las Virgenes corridor between the western San Fernando Valley and the Conejo Valley. It is a close-knit, family-oriented community where many seniors live in private residences in gated neighborhoods and established developments. Eternal Life Hospice's headquarters in Westlake Village places us just minutes away, giving Calabasas families fast access to our full interdisciplinary team.

We also serve Agoura Hills, West Hills, Woodland Hills, Westlake Village and neighboring Ventura County communities, providing seamless coverage across the county line.

Explore hospice care in Agoura Hills, West Hills, Woodland Hills and Westlake Village. Or explore hospice care across our full service area.

At a glance

Physician-supported hospice care — with a nurse on call 24/7
Medicare-certified — Medicare Part A eligible
CDPH-licensed — California Dept. of Public Health
ACHC-accredited — Accreditation Commission for Health Care
Los Angeles County service area — serving Calabasas and Conejo Valley and Las Virgenes corridor
Same-day evaluation — may be available when clinically appropriate and operationally available

When to consider hospice

Hospice is appropriate when a patient and their physicians agree that comfort is the right priority. Common signs that a conversation with a hospice team may be timely include:

Eligibility requires a clinical evaluation and physician certification. Call 805.953.7273 and we will guide you through the process clearly.

The First 48 Hours of Hospice Care

Review the First 48 Hours of Hospice Care for a complete walkthrough of what to expect when care begins.

1First call and eligibility conversation — we answer questions and gather what is needed to begin
2Clinical evaluation and admission — a nurse visits the patient to complete enrollment
3Medication review — the team transitions to a comfort-focused medication plan
4Equipment and supply coordination — Medications, equipment and supplies are coordinated and delivered based on the patient’s clinical needs
5Family education — we explain the plan, what to expect and how to reach us at any hour
6Ongoing communication — scheduled visits begin and a nurse remains on call around the clock

The Eternal Standard

Clinical Confidence — Physician support, skilled nursing, symptom management and coordinated care.
Guided Presence — Families understand what is happening, what comes next and who to reach.
Whole-Person Comfort — Medical, emotional, social and spiritual support centered on the patient and family.
Compliance-Led Care — Accurate information, privacy, ethical operations and responsible documentation.

Care settings in Calabasas

Private residences — at home in Calabasas and surrounding neighborhoods
Assisted-living communities — coordinated with the facility’s care team
Residential care facilities — including memory care settings
Board-and-care homes — small group settings in Calabasas and nearby communities
Skilled-nursing facilities — layered onto existing nursing care

Medicare hospice coverage

Most Medicare-covered hospice services have little to no out-of-pocket cost. Limited copayments may apply in specific circumstances. Coverage depends on eligibility, the terminal diagnosis and the individualized plan of care. Learn about Medicare hospice coverage.

Helpful resources for families in Calabasas

Family Guide — eligibility, what to expect and questions to ask when choosing a provider
The First 48 Hours — what happens when hospice care begins
Medicare Hospice Benefit — what Medicare covers and how it works
What Hospice Covers — services, medications, equipment and support
How to Choose a Hospice — questions to ask before enrolling

For physicians and care professionals in Calabasas

Physicians, discharge planners and care coordinators serving Calabasas and Conejo Valley and Las Virgenes corridor can refer an eligible patient for hospice evaluation through our professional pathway.

Refer a Hospice Patient →

Common questions about hospice in Calabasas

Does Eternal Life Hospice serve Calabasas?

Yes. Calabasas is within our active service area and is near our Westlake Village headquarters. We provide hospice care at private residences, gated communities, assisted-living facilities and skilled-nursing settings throughout the city.

Does Medicare cover hospice in Calabasas?

Most Medicare-covered hospice services have little to no out-of-pocket cost for eligible patients. Limited copayments may apply in specific circumstances. Coverage depends on eligibility, terminal diagnosis and the individualized plan of care.

Can hospice care be provided at home in Calabasas?

Yes. Home is the most common care setting. Our nurses, aides, social workers and chaplains visit the patient at their residence. Medical equipment and medications related to the hospice diagnosis are coordinated and delivered as needed.

How quickly can hospice services begin in Calabasas?

Same-day evaluation may be available when clinically appropriate and operationally available. After a referral or intake call, a nurse will schedule an in-person visit to complete the clinical assessment and enrollment paperwork.

Who qualifies for hospice care in Calabasas?

Hospice is appropriate when a physician certifies that a patient has a terminal illness with a prognosis of six months or less if the illness follows its natural course, and the patient and family choose comfort-focused care over curative treatment.

Does Eternal Life Hospice provide care across the Ventura–Los Angeles county line near Calabasas?

Yes. Our service area spans both Ventura and Los Angeles Counties. Families in Calabasas who have loved ones in neighboring Thousand Oaks, Westlake Village or Agoura Hills can use the same care team.

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Hospice Guidance for Families in Calabasas

A conversation costs nothing and brings clarity. We will guide you from there.

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