Support and Compassion In Times of Need

Our Palliative Care Team includes specially trained physicians, nurses, social workers, pharmacists and spiritual care providers who work with you, your family and the primary care physician involved to ensure an outstanding and consistent course of care.

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Palliative Care

When a loved one is critically ill, the entire circle of family and friends is affected. California Hospital has a very special and compassionate Palliative Care team that supports the needs of the patients and families who are facing a progressive, life-limiting health condition.

Always Available

Palliative Care can be introduced at any stage during the course of hospital care. We recommend that patients and families consult with our Palliative Care team as soon as a condition is determined serious and life-limiting.

 

Comfort

  • Helping patients live as fully and as comfortably as possible
  • Managing pain and symptoms through pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical treatment

Caring

  • Identify and relieve feelings of emotional stress, anxiety and / or depression that may occur throughout the grieving process
  • Preserve the dignity of our patients

Understanding

  • Assist in the making of ethical decisions regarding medical care
  • Address spiritual needs and concerns
  • Identify community resources for additional support for caregivers

Learn More About Our Palliative Care

We're here for you 24/7. For more information, please call (213) 461-0023.