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Woodland Hills, California
Serving Woodland Hills · West San Fernando Valley · Los Angeles County

Hospice Care in Woodland Hills, California

Eternal Life Hospice provides physician-supported hospice care for eligible patients and families in Woodland Hills 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 Woodland Hills at a Glance

Eternal Life Hospice serves Woodland Hills families with Medicare-certified, physician-supported hospice care — at home, in assisted-living communities and in skilled-nursing facilities throughout the West San Fernando Valley. Our team can begin a clinical evaluation the same day a referral is received.

Hospice care at home in Woodland Hills, California

Woodland Hills is one of the western San Fernando Valley's most established communities, home to a large senior population and significant senior living infrastructure — including several major assisted-living communities and skilled-nursing facilities near Ventura Boulevard. Eternal Life Hospice coordinates care across all of these settings, with a team positioned to serve families in private residences south of Mulholland as well as those in Woodland Hills' established flatland neighborhoods.

We also serve Tarzana, Calabasas, West Hills, Canoga Park and Encino, covering the entire western valley corridor.

Explore hospice care in Tarzana, Calabasas, West Hills and Encino. 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 Woodland Hills and West San Fernando Valley and nearby communities
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 Woodland Hills

Private residences — at home in Woodland Hills 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 Woodland Hills 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 Woodland Hills

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 Woodland Hills

Physicians, discharge planners and care coordinators serving Woodland Hills and West San Fernando Valley and nearby communities can refer an eligible patient for hospice evaluation through our professional pathway.

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Common questions about hospice in Woodland Hills

Does Eternal Life Hospice serve Woodland Hills?

Yes. Woodland Hills is within our active service area. We provide hospice care at private residences, assisted-living communities, board-and-care homes and skilled-nursing facilities throughout the city and West San Fernando Valley.

Does Medicare cover hospice in Woodland Hills?

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 Woodland Hills?

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 Woodland Hills?

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 Woodland Hills?

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 serve patients near West Hills Hospital or Kaiser Permanente in Woodland Hills?

Yes. Our team coordinates with hospital social workers and discharge planners at local hospitals to facilitate smooth transitions to home-based hospice care. We work with the patient's existing medical team to maintain continuity of care.

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Hospice Guidance for Families in Woodland Hills

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

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