Hospice Care in San Joaquin County

Hospice Care Throughout San Joaquin County

Grace and Glory Hospice provides comprehensive hospice services throughout San Joaquin County. Our care is designed to manage symptoms, reduce suffering, and support both patients and families during this important time.

All services are coordinated by our clinical team and delivered wherever you call home, whether that’s Stockton, Tracy, Manteca, or any other community in the county.

• Medical Director
  A hospice physician oversees your medical care and works with your existing doctor to ensure symptom management and comfort. Medical direction is available 24/7.
• Skilled Nursing
  Our registered nurses make regular visits to assess symptoms, manage medications, provide wound care, and coordinate your overall plan of care. You’ll have a primary nurse who knows you and your family.
• Pain and Symptom Management
  We provide wound care and expert care to manage pain, shortness of breath, nausea, anxiety, restlessness, and other symptoms related to your hospice diagnosis.
• Medications and Medical Supplies
  All medications related to your hospice diagnosis are provided and delivered to your home. We also supply medical equipment such as hospital beds, oxygen, walkers, wheelchairs, and other items needed for comfort and safety.
• Personal Care Assistance
  Certified hospice aides visit regularly to help with bathing, dressing, grooming, and other activities of daily living. This support gives family caregivers time to rest.
• Social Work Services
  Our medical social workers help with advance care planning, community resources, insurance questions, and emotional support for the entire family.
• Chaplain and Spiritual Care
  Spiritual support is available to all patients and families, regardless of religious background or belief. Our chaplains provide comfort, guidance, and a listening presence.
• Family Support
  We provide education and training so you feel confident providing hands-on care at home. If you need a break from caregiving, we can arrange short-term respite care (up to five days) so you can rest. We also offer counseling and emotional support for the entire family during hospice care and bereavement services for up to 13 months after your loved one’s passing.

Palliative Care in San Joaquin County

Not every serious illness requires hospice care right away. Grace and Glory Hospice provides palliative care for patients in Contra Costa County who need expert symptom management and support while still pursuing treatment for their condition.

Conditions We Support

We provide palliative care for patients living with cancer, heart failure, COPD, kidney disease, liver disease, ALS, dementia, and other neurological disorders. If your illness is causing pain, affecting your daily activities, or reducing your quality of life, palliative care may be appropriate.

What Our Palliative Care Includes

• Advanced Symptom Control
• Care Team Coordination
• Support with Medical Choices
• Seamless Hospice Transitions
• Round-the-Clock Access
• Focus on Independence and Dignity
• Emotional and Spiritual Care

Led by Experienced Palliative Medicine Experts

Dr. Robert Cluff, our Medical Director, brings extensive palliative medicine experience to our program. His leadership ensures you receive expert symptom management and compassionate medical guidance.

Learn more about this service: Palliative Care

Communities We Serve in San Joaquin County

We provide hospice and palliative care to patients throughout San Joaquin County, including:

• Stockton
• Tracy
• Manteca
• Lodi
• Lathrop
• Mountain House
• Ripon
• Garden Acres, CA
• Country Club, CA
• August, CA

If your city or community isn’t listed, please call us. We serve patients across the county and frequently extend care to surrounding areas based on need.

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Care Settings We Serve in San Joaquin County

Hospice care is delivered wherever you feel most comfortable. We come to you with all necessary medical equipment, medications, and clinical support.

• Private Homes. Most families in San Joaquin County choose to receive hospice care at home. We coordinate with you to create a care plan that fits your living situation, whether you’re in a suburban neighborhood, a farmhouse, or a rural property.
• Assisted Living and Senior Communities. We partner with assisted living facilities throughout Stockton, Tracy, Manteca, Lodi, and neighboring communities to provide seamless hospice support for residents.
• Skilled Nursing Facilities. Our team works closely with skilled nursing staff across San Joaquin County to ensure hospice patients receive specialized comfort-focused care.
• Memory Care Units. We provide compassionate hospice care for patients with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and other cognitive conditions in memory care settings throughout the county.
• Board and Care Homes. We serve patients in smaller residential care environments, coordinating with existing caregivers to maintain comfort and continuity.
• Hospitals. If your loved one is being discharged from a hospital such as St. Joseph’s Medical Center, Dameron Hospital, or other San Joaquin County facilities, we can begin hospice services immediately to ensure a smooth transition home or to another care setting.

Why Families in San Joaquin County Choose Grace and Glory Hospice

• Locally owned, not a corporate chain
  We’re a Brentwood-based hospice serving the Central Valley and Bay Area. You’re working with a small, dedicated team, not a distant call center.
• Nurse-led and accessible
  Our founder, Jane Porter, is a hospice nurse with 20 years of experience. She built Grace and Glory Hospice to prioritize genuine compassion and clinical excellence. You have direct access to leadership when you need it.
• Available 24/7
  Hospice symptoms and family concerns don’t follow business hours. We’re available around the clock, every day of the year.
• CHAP certified and California licensed We meet rigorous national accreditation standards and maintain full state licensure (License #A11748). Our care is trusted, verified, and held to the highest professional standards.
• We understand Central Valley families
  San Joaquin County is home to multigenerational families, agricultural communities, and hardworking people who value straight talk and genuine care. We respect your traditions, your values, and the way you want to care for your loved ones.

How Hospice Works in San Joaquin County

Hospice is a Medicare benefit available to patients with a life-limiting illness and a prognosis of six months or less if the disease follows its natural course. Most patients in San Joaquin County are covered through Medicare, Medi-Cal, or private insurance.

Hospice care includes:

Skilled nursing visits
Pain and symptom management Medications related to the hospice diagnosis Medical equipment and supplies Emotional and spiritual support Caregiver education and guidance 24/7 on-call support

You don’t need to navigate insurance, eligibility, or logistics alone. We handle the details so you can focus on what matters, spending meaningful time with your loved one.

How to Start Hospice Care in San Joaquin County

Starting hospice care is simpler than most families expect. Here’s what happens:

• Call us at (650) 898-5784
  We’ll listen to your situation, answer your questions, and explain how hospice works. This conversation is free and comes with no obligation.
• Schedule a free evaluation
  A member of our team will meet with you and your loved one to assess needs, review medical history, and determine eligibility.
• Begin care quickly
  Once hospice is appropriate and you’re ready to move forward, we can often begin services within 24 hours.

You can reach us any time, day or night, weekday or weekend. Hospice doesn’t wait, and neither do we.