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Hospice Care

In-Home Hospice Care in Bakersfield & Kern County

Hospice care built around comfort, dignity, and quality of life, allowing patients with a life-limiting illness to remain in the home they love, surrounded by family.

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Care can begin within 24–48 hrs
Medicare hospice benefit
Interdisciplinary care team
Icon representing in-home hospice care.
"Comfort, dignity, and family, at the center of every visit."
24–48 hrsTo begin care
10Kern County cities covered
24/7Team availability
5.0★Average family rating
Comfort careDelivered with dignity
Overview

Comfort-Focused Care at Home

Hospice care shifts the focus from curing an illness to living as fully and comfortably as possible.

Our interdisciplinary team manages pain and symptoms, provides emotional and spiritual support, and works closely with patients and families to honor what matters most.

  • Pain and symptom management
  • Emotional and spiritual support
  • Coordination with family caregivers
What's Included

What In-Home Hospice Includes

Care is coordinated around comfort, dignity, and your family's needs.

Pain & Symptom Management

Keeping patients comfortable throughout their care.

Skilled Nursing Visits

Regular visits from experienced hospice nurses.

Psychosocial & Spiritual Support

Support for patients and families alike.

Care Coordination

Ongoing communication with physicians and family caregivers.

Who It's For

Who Qualifies for Hospice Care

Appropriate for patients who have chosen to focus on comfort.

1
Life-limiting illnessPrognosis generally measured in months.
2
Focus shifted to comfortRather than curative treatment.
3
Advanced cancer or organ diseaseComprehensive comfort-focused support.
4
Advanced neurological conditionsCare tailored to changing needs.
Getting Started

How to Begin Hospice Care

Care can often begin within 24 to 48 hours.

1

Physician referral

Or call us directly to start the conversation.

2

Eligibility verified

Our team coordinates with the physician.

3

Care team assigned

Your interdisciplinary team is put in place.

4

Care begins

Often within 24 to 48 hours of referral.

Map of Solace Healthcare's in-home care service area across Kern County
Service Area

Hospice Care Across Kern County

Solace Healthcare provides in-home hospice care throughout Bakersfield and Kern County, including Delano, McFarland, Wasco, Shafter, Taft, Maricopa, Arvin, Lamont, Tehachapi, and Surrounding Kern County areas.

BakersfieldDelanoMcFarlandWascoShafterTaftMaricopaArvinLamontTehachapiSurrounding Kern County areas
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does choosing hospice mean giving up hope? +
No. Hospice shifts the goal of care from curing an illness to maximizing comfort, dignity, and quality of life, an approach many families find brings real peace of mind.
How quickly can hospice care start? +
In many cases, care can begin within 24 to 48 hours of a referral, and sooner in urgent situations.
Do I need a doctor's referral to start hospice? +
A physician's order is generally required, but you can call us directly and our team will help coordinate with your doctor.
Is hospice care only for the final days of life? +
No. Hospice is available to patients with a prognosis of six months or less if the illness runs its normal course, and many patients receive hospice support for weeks or months.
What does the hospice team include? +
Your hospice team typically includes a nurse, physician, social worker, chaplain, and home health aide, all coordinating around your comfort and wishes.
Is hospice care covered by Medicare? +
Yes. Hospice is a covered Medicare benefit for eligible patients, and our team can help verify your specific coverage.
What areas do you serve? +
We provide in-home hospice care throughout Bakersfield and Kern County, including Delano, McFarland, Wasco, Shafter, Taft, Maricopa, Arvin, Lamont, Tehachapi, and Surrounding Kern County areas.