Victory Hospice Care can help person of all ages who:

   - have an illness that is progressing
   - have a life expectancy that is limited
   - choose comfort care when treatments for cure are no longer effective
   - live in Los Angeles County

WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM HOSPICE?
To patients and families facing life-limiting illnesses, Victory Hospice Care offers help for living fully in time that remains, usually at home. Hospice provides the skills to control symptoms. Hospice offers compassion and support while respecting individuals values.

Home is the heart of hospice care. Understanding that there is no better place to be, hospice uses every means possible to keep patients and their loved ones at home. Persons who live alone are often able to stay in their family or surroundings when victory hospice care can help them plan for comfort and safety.

Victory hospice care knows how to make each precious day the best it can be. It affirms life and neither hastens nor prolongs the death.  It is the community’s choice for compassionate care.    
WHAT CAN I EXPECT?
Expect relief. If you have been coping with pain, apprehension over finances, or worry about family members, we can give you the reassurance you need. The Hospice care nurse leads an experienced team of professionals and volunteers dedicated to preventing pain and distress while providing emotional and spiritual support.

Although a team member is not present every moment, family and friends can confidently handle most situation, thanks to Hospice's training and assistance. The team works closely with each patient, family member and the physician to develop personalized care plans for specific needs.
CARE PLANS INCLUDE:

  • Nursing visits to assess needs and team caregiving skills
  • Help with personal care and daily activities
  • Emotional support for the entire household, including children
  • Coordinating medications and supplies
  • Help with obtaining equipment, like hospital beds or wheelchairs
  • Assistance with spiritual concerns
  • Social work advice on practical matters
  • Volunteers to call, visit and lend a hand
  • Emergency availability of Hospice nurses and social workers 24-hours a day, seven days a week
  • Respite care
  • Bereavement care
What if the family cannot manage this care?

For those who need to safety of a nursing or assisted living center, victory hospice care has arrangements with several fine facilities.  If highly skilled, around-the-clock attention is needed, continuous care is available at home or the team may recommend a short inpatient stay. Hospice inpatient care is provided through contracts with Mission community Hospital, and other respected facilities. Usually,  the goal of inpatient care is to control symptoms and returned home.





Who pays for this care?

Victory hospice care is a certified program; its services are covered by Medicare, Medicaid and many other insurance plans. These benefits may also relieve families of the confusing claims paperwork.  Hospice can give you more information about these benefits.


Volunteer your time and talent. Hospice volunteers work in every part of the program; they are Hospice's greatest asset. Training is provided to patient's support, administrative and bereavement volunteers. The Volunteer Coordinator can tell you more about volunteer opportunities.
How do I start?

If you think victory hospice care can help you or someone you love,

Ask the doctor if it’s time for hospice. Remember, hospice does not replace your physician relationship. 
Hospice care works with your doctor.

Talk would family and friends. 
Ask their support for this decision.

Call victory hospice care at 818 392-5498.  
A hospice representative can answer your questions and arrange for a visit.