Hospice Care in Lathrop, CA | Grace and Glory Hospice

Hospice Care in Lathrop CA

Lathrop sits in the southwestern corner of San Joaquin County, tucked between Manteca to the east and Stockton to the north along the banks of the San Joaquin River. Once a quiet railroad town, Lathrop has evolved into one of the Central Valley's fastest-growing communities, fueled by new residential developments, expanding logistics infrastructure, and its prime location along Interstate 5.

Despite its rapid growth, Lathrop holds onto a small-city feel. It is a city in motion, but the people here still know their neighbors.

Grace and Glory Hospice provides compassionate hospice and palliative care to families in Lathrop, California and throughout San Joaquin County. Services are covered by Medicare and Medi-Cal for eligible patients and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, wherever you call home.

Hospice Care Services Available in Lathrop

Hospice is not a place you go to. Hospice care is specialized, comfort-focused care brought directly to your loved one wherever they feel most at home. Our team comes to you.

Grace and Glory Hospice provides:

Skilled nursing visits for pain and symptom management
Medications related to the hospice diagnosis, covered at no cost
Medical equipment and supplies delivered to your home
Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) support for personal care and daily needs
Medical social work for care planning and family support
Spiritual care tailored to your loved one’s beliefs and values
Volunteer companionship and caregiver respite
Bereavement support for families before and after a loss
24/7 on-call nursing, always available by phone

Care Settings We Come To in Lathrop

Our team travels to wherever your loved one is most comfortable, including:

Private homes and family residences
Assisted living and memory care communities
Skilled nursing facilities
Residential care and board-and-care homes

If your loved one is transitioning home from hospitals in Stockton, or another nearby facility, we can coordinate a timely transition so care begins right away without interruption.

Who Qualifies for Hospice in Lathrop?

Hospice eligibility is defined by Medicare and is based on diagnosis and prognosis, not age or income. A patient may qualify if a physician certifies that, if the illness follows its expected course, life expectancy is six months or less, and the goal of care has shifted from curative treatment to comfort.

Conditions commonly served include:

Advanced cancer
Congestive heart failure (CHF)
COPD and other pulmonary conditions
End-stage renal disease
Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias
Parkinson’s disease, ALS, and stroke

Hospice is not a permanent or one-way decision. If a patient’s condition improves, they can leave hospice and return to curative treatment at any time. If you are unsure whether your loved one qualifies, we offer free, no-obligation evaluations and will walk you through the criteria honestly and without pressure.

Learn more: Hospice Eligibility Guidelines

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Does Hospice Cost Anything?

For most Lathrop families, the answer is no. The Medicare Hospice Benefit covers nursing visits, medications, medical equipment, social work, spiritual care, and bereavement support at no out-of-pocket cost to eligible patients. Medi-Cal and most private insurance plans provide comparable coverage.

Our team handles insurance coordination directly and explains your benefits in plain, simple language so you can stay focused on your family.

Why Families Choose Grace and Glory Hospice

Grace and Glory Hospice is a family-owned, nurse-led organization founded by Jane Porter, a nurse with more than 20 years of experience and former Director of Nursing at multiple hospice agencies. She started this organization because she believed families deserved something more personal than what large corporate hospice providers typically offer. She continues to serve as our Director of Nursing today.

When you call us, you reach people who know your name. Leadership is accessible. We are CHAP Certified and a member of CHAPCA, reflecting our commitment to nationally recognized standards for hospice quality and safety.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does hospice cost in Lathrop? Hospice is fully covered by Medicare and Medi-Cal for eligible patients.
Does hospice cover medications and equipment? Yes. Medications for symptom management and medical equipment related to the hospice diagnosis are provided at no cost to eligible patients under the Medicare Hospice Benefit.
How quickly can care begin? In most cases, we can begin coordinating care within 24 to 48 hours of an evaluation.
Can my loved one leave hospice if their condition improves? Yes. Patients can be discharged from hospice at any time and return to curative treatment if their condition stabilizes or improves.

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Camille C.

6 months ago

Grace and Glory Hospice is a wonderful, family-owned hospice company. One of the owners, Jane, is a nurse who has spent many years working in senior care. Her deep understanding of what families experience during such emotional times shines through in everything she does. For example, Jane often answers the phone herself. She takes the time to listen, reassure, and guide families personally. That kind of individual care and accessibility is rare in this field! The Grace and Glory team reflects that same spirit of compassion and excellence. Tekia’s warm presence makes families feel deeply supported and held, even in the most difficult moments. She has a gift for bringing calm and comfort wherever she goes. Kati, their social worker, is also compassionate and knowledgable. Grace and Glory also educates families and community partners about hospice, palliative care, and how to navigate this stage of life with dignity and grace. Our shared client received truly exceptional care from this team and their communication the whole way through was great. Thank you for providing such exceptional, personal, and heartfelt care to those in their final season of life! We are grateful for the work you do.

Christina C.

7 months ago

My grandmother was 95 years old when she began to use hospice services. She was keen on her own independence and it was important to her that she got to remain comfortable at home, and be able to continue do the things she wanted to do. Our hospice team made our home feel peaceful, and allowed us to focus on spending quality time together. We especially wanted to give thanks to Mayra, Tania, and Isabella, who helped us greatly and were always just a call or message away, and to the whole team who helped us all hold together through our fear and grief. We were surprised by how much our hospice staff would do for us, and the supplies and physical support they gave us. We weren't ready to lose her, but they made it a time where we could be together without the stress of day to day care needs. We could plan together, and it was easier to keep her safe, comfortable, and free from pain. If you are thinking about hospice services, don't hesitate to reach out to Grace and Glory.

Stephanie C.

Grace & Glory's approach and philosophy to hospice care is absolutely wonderful. A company ran by a nurse whose focus is on their patients comfort.

bossmr

8 months ago

I think that my letter to Jane, the owner of Grace and Glory, speaks for itself... "Dear Jane, I'm taking some time to thank Grace and Glory, and you specifically, for the care, support and love shown my wife and me since we came aboard. The caregivers and nurses who come into our home demonstrate a passion for providing not only the medical care we need but, equally important - caring, love and, when needed, emotional support. I must heap special credit and praise for M***, D***** and, of course, L*** who are with us routinely and whom we've come to see as family. L*** recommended Grace and Glory to us and helped us transfer from another agency, a competent organization but focused primarily on their bottom line profitability lacking your grace and compassion. Literally, everyone we have encountered with Grace and Glory has been professional, competent in their skills, knowledgeable and compassionate for D******'s condition. Sometimes, we've needed special help for an urgent situation, and help was always at hand - from your doctors, to your phone assistance late at night, to the on-call nurses who came to our home. Their commitment to HELP was ever present. Its apparent to us that the excellence in Grace and Glory comes "from the top," and that is where this note comes full circle in thanking you specifically. You certainly named your company well!

Mikki E.

I have had the pleasure of working with the Grace and Glory team, they are kind, professional and always go the extra mile for who they are carrying for. I have worked with different families that have used Grace and Glory and each family has nothing but wonderful things to say. They work as a team to support the patient and the family. If a family member needs Hospice support I recommend Grace and Glory.

Reach Out When You’re Ready

If you are caring for someone in Lathrop and you are not sure what comes next, we are here to help. Call us anytime at (650) 898-5784 or visit our contact page. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

We listen first, answer your questions honestly, and help you find clarity without pressure or obligation.

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