21021 Devonshire Street Suite 108, Chatsworth, CA 91311, US
Phone: (818) 701-7141 Fax: (818) 701-7129
Golden Oaks Hospice
"Where You and Your family
become OUR golden family"
About Golden Oaks Hospice
The Hospice Philosophy
The focus of hospice relies on the belief that each of us have the right to die pain-free and with dignity, and that our loved ones will receive the necessary support to allow us to do so.
* Hospice focuses on caring, not curing and, in most cases, care is provided in the patient’s home.
* Hospice care also is provided in freestanding hospice centers, hospitals, nursing homes and other long-term care facilities.
* Hospice services are available to patients of any age, religion, race, or illness.
* Hospice care is covered under Medicare, Medicaid, most private insurance plans, HMOs, and other managed care organizations.
What services does Golden Oaks Hospice, Inc. provide?
Comprehensive services are provided to address the needs of the patients, caregivers, and families, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, in their home or place of residence regardless of race, age, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, diagnosis, marital status, resuscitation status, availability of a primary caregiver, or ability to pay. Hospice believes that no individual receiving services should feel isolated or alone and that our presence will make a difference to every patient, caregiver and family we meet. Our services include:
* Physician’s Services
* Skilled Nursing Care
* Medical Supplies
* Medical Equipment
* Medications for symptom management and pain relief
* Short-term inpatient care, including respite care
* Home Health Aide
* Rehabilitation Therapies
* Medical Social Services, including counseling
* Spiritual Care Services
* Volunteer Services
* Bereavement Services
When to begin hospice care
Hospice care is most beneficial when it is provided for months as opposed to weeks or days. Patients and families can benefit from considering hospice as soon as it is appropriate so that they may receive the full range of available benefits. Hospice is not about losing hope, giving up, or even dying.
The focus is on maximizing quality of life. As a patient’s needs change, hospice can address those issues with a gradual, non-crisis approach minimizing stress for patients and their loved ones.
Hospice Indicators Only a physician can determine hospice appropriateness, but here are some indicators to watch for:
* Unrelieved pain
* Frequent infections
* Repeat hospitalizations
* Weight loss
* Difficulty swallowing
* Decreased mobility
* Nausea/vomiting
* Shortness of breath
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is hospice?
Hospice is a special concept of care designed to provide comfort and support to patients and their families when a life-limiting illness no longer responds to cure-oriented treatments in the comfort of their own place of residence.
Who pays for hospice?
The Medicare Hospice benefit covers all services, medications, supplies and equipment related to the terminal illness. Other insurances may offer some coverage for Hospice, but may not cover the entire cost. If a patient has no insurance or partial coverage, we will work with each patient on an individual basis.
What if I change my mind about hospice?
Hospice is a choice. A patient may choose to leave at any time. A patient may also be discharged if a patient shows signs of improvement, and the disease seems to be in remission.
What should patients or families do if they are considering hospice care?
Ask their doctor to discuss all their options, which may include hospice care
Call Golden Oaks Hospice, Inc. for information or ask us to visit them to provide information
Call Golden Oaks Hospice, Inc. back with more questions. Golden Oaks Hospice wants families to fully understand their options and will respect any decision made.
How Golden Oaks Hospice Receives Referrals
Golden Oaks Hospice, Inc. works on a referral basis. Though referrals typically come from the physician, they may also originate from any local hospital, doctor’s office, board and care, skilled nursing facility, patient, family, interested person or agency. A nurse or qualified representative of Golden Oaks Hospice, Inc. will receive and process the referral information. The patient is signed up for the various services the physician requests. Within 24 – 48 hours, a Golden Oaks Hospice, Inc. representative will arrange an evaluation, unless specific care is required on the same day.
Business Hours & Contact Information
Business Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Answering Service 24 hours a day
Phone number: (818) 701-7141
Fax number: (818) 701-7129
Email: info@goldenoakshospice.org
Address: 21021 Devonshire Street Suite #108, Chatsworth, CA 91311
Transitional Care Partners
Ideal Care Home Health
Our partner in providing home health care services.
Home health care is a wide range of health care services that can be given in your home for an illness or injury. Home health care is usually less expensive, more convenient, and just as effective as care you get in a hospital or skilled nursing facility (SNF).
Ideal Care Palliative Services
Specialized medical care for people with serious illness. This type of care is focused on providing relief from the symptoms and stress of a serious illness. The goal is to improve quality of life.
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Golden Oaks Hospice
A specialized type of care for those facing a life-limiting illness, their families and their caregivers. Hospice care addresses the patient's physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs. Hospice care also helps the patient's family caregivers.
Accreditation
Joint Commission Accreditation
The Joint Commission is an independent, not-for-profit group in the United States that administers voluntary accreditation programs for hospitals and other healthcare organizations. The commission develops performance standards that address crucial elements of operation, such as patient care, medication safety, infection control and consumer rights.