Disclaimer: Westlake Village Hospice Inc. is a licensed and Medicare-certified hospice care provider. We do not sell, prescribe, dispense, or ship prescription medications, and we do not operate an online pharmacy or telemedicine prescribing service. All hospice services are provided in person by licensed healthcare professionals. Any references to Medicare coverage, medication support, or medical coordination relate solely to patient care delivered under physician direction and do not constitute prescription drug sales or online medical services.
About Us: Our Mission & Care Team
About Us
Providing compassionate hospice care with dignity and respect throughout Los Angeles and Ventura County
Our Approach
The National Hospice Palliative Care Organization defines Hospice as a team oriented approach to expert medical care, pain management, and emotional and spiritual support expressly tailored to the patient's needs and wishes. Support will be extended to the patient's loved ones as well.
At the center of Hospice is the belief that each of us has 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. We provide home hospice care for patients in Los Angeles, Ventura County, Antelope Valley, and the San Fernando Valley.
Hospice is palliative / comfort care and is an option after all other medical treatments have been explored. The goal is to prevent and relieve suffering, to improve quality of life for individuals experiencing a serious, complex illness at the end of life.
Your Primary Care Physician and a Hospice Physician agree that the Hospice criteria for a terminal illness is present, usually with a prognosis of six months or less. Our Hospice team will perform a specialized, individualized assessment taking into consideration any specific care needs and tailor a care plan centering on personal choices and needs.
Holistic Care
We provide more than just medical monitoring. Our team includes doctors, nurses, social workers, and spiritual counselors to support the whole person — body, mind, and spirit.
Care Where You Live
You can receive hospice care wherever you call home — a private residence, an assisted living facility, or a nursing home. We come to you.
You Can Always Leave
Patients can choose to leave hospice care at any time if their condition improves or if they wish to seek curative treatment again. There is no penalty.
The Journey — When It's Time
Families often ask us 'When is the right time?' and 'Why is morphine being used?' These are the most compassionate questions a family can ask — and we honor every one of them.
When to Start
It is never 'too early' to have a conversation. Starting hospice early allows families to form a bond with their care team and ensures the patient's pain is managed before it becomes a crisis. Early enrollment consistently leads to better quality of life and more meaningful final months.
Comfort First: Why We Use Morphine
We use medications, including carefully titrated morphine, to manage breathlessness and pain — ensuring the patient remains peaceful and alert enough to spend quality time with loved ones. This is a science, not a sedation. Our nurses are specialists in finding the exact dose that relieves suffering without clouding the mind.
End-of-Life Guidance
We provide gentle guidance on what to expect during the final stages — including normal changes in eating, drinking, and sleeping patterns. You will never be alone in this process. Our nurses are available 24 hours a day to walk with you through every step.
Our Mission & Values
To provide the highest quality of end-of-life care, ensuring that every patient is treated with dignity, respect, and boundless compassion. We believe that the end of life is as sacred as the beginning, and deserves the same level of care, attention, and love.
Dignity
We honor the life and legacy of every individual, ensuring they feel valued and respected until the very end. We listen to their stories, respect their choices, and protect their privacy.
Compassion
We lead with our hearts, providing care that is not just clinical, but deeply human and empathetic. We treat every patient as if they were our own family member.
Integrity
We operate with full transparency and honesty, earning the trust of families during their most vulnerable moments. We promise only what we can deliver, and we deliver what we promise.
Excellence
We are committed to the highest standards of medical care. Our team engages in continuous learning to bring the best palliative practices to our patients.
Community
We are neighbors caring for neighbors. We are deeply rooted in the Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, and LA County communities we serve.
Stewardship
We manage our resources wisely to ensure we can continue to provide care for generations to come, regardless of the complexity of the case.
Highly Qualified Staff
Our staff at Westlake Village Hospice takes pride in serving patients throughout Los Angeles and Ventura County. Throughout a patient's time in Hospice, they will work with various members of our interdisciplinary team.
The Hospice Physician
Oversees the medical plan, certifies eligibility, prescribes comfort medications, and is available to see patients as often as needed to ease suffering.
Skilled Registered Nurses (RN)
Provide regular assessment visits and are available 24/7 for phone support and emergency home visits. They manage medications, wounds, and symptom changes.
Hospice Aides (CHHA)
Certified Home Health Aides help with personal care such as bathing, grooming, and dressing — preserving the patient's dignity and giving family caregivers a rest.
Medical Social Worker
Provides emotional counseling, connects families to community resources, assists with advance directives, and facilitates family communication around care goals.
Chaplain / Spiritual Counselor
Offers non-denominational spiritual support to patients and families of all faiths and backgrounds — helping find peace, meaning, and closure.
Trained Volunteers
Provide companionship, read aloud, run errands, and offer respite for family caregivers — giving primary caregivers time to rest, eat, and recharge.
Compassionate Care
A person who has chosen hospice care has chosen to accept the end of life. But just because you've made this choice doesn't make it easy. Between managing your physical symptoms and maintaining mental stability and peace of mind, the end of life period can be very challenging.
At Westlake Village Hospice, we're here to help. Our compassionate nurses and array of therapies and counseling are here to ease your transition and make this difficult time as comfortable as possible.
By choosing hospice care, you've gained access to a staff of nurses and physicians whose job is to assist you in any way possible.
Hospice nurses are trained in fields such as geriatrics, pharmacology, psychology, and medical ethics, all skills that they can call upon in case of emergency. As your condition progresses, your doctors will respond with the appropriate treatments.
Experience the Difference of Compassionate Care
Our dedicated team is ready to provide the support and comfort your loved one deserves. Contact us today to learn more about our services.