Hospice Services Available in San Mateo County
Grace and Glory Hospice delivers comprehensive medical, emotional, and spiritual care to patients and families throughout San Mateo County.Our services focus on managing symptoms, ensuring comfort, and supporting families during one of life’s most significant transitions.
Every aspect of care is coordinated by our clinical team and provided wherever you call home whether that’s San Mateo, Redwood City, Pacifica, or any other Peninsula community.
- Hospice Medical Director. A medical director oversees your medical care, working in partnership with your current physician to ensure expert symptom control and comfort.
- Registered Nursing Services. Our experienced registered nurses conduct regular visits to monitor symptoms, adjust medications, provide wound care, and ensure your care plan stays aligned with your needs.
- Advanced Pain and Symptom Control. We deliver specialized clinical care to address pain, difficulty breathing, nausea, agitation, anxiety, and other distressing symptoms associated with your diagnosis.
- All Necessary Medications and Equipment. Every medication related to your hospice diagnosis is provided and delivered to your home without cost to you, including medical equipment required for your safety and comfort.
- Hospice Aide Services. This professional support helps preserve dignity while giving family caregivers necessary relief.
- Social Work and Care Coordination. Our licensed medical social workers provide advance care planning assistance, help navigate insurance and benefits, connect you with community resources, and offer emotional support to the entire family unit.
- Spiritual Counseling and Support. Our chaplains offer spiritual care and counseling to patients and families of all faith backgrounds.
- Complete Family and Caregiver Support. We train family members in hands-on caregiving techniques so you feel prepared and confident. Our clinical team is available 24/7 at (650) 898-5784 whenever you need guidance, reassurance, or immediate support.
Palliative Care Services in San Mateo County
Serious illness doesn’t always mean hospice is the right choice today.Grace and Glory Hospice provides palliative care throughout San Mateo County for patients who need specialized symptom relief and quality-of-life support while continuing active treatment.
Who We Serve
Our palliative care program supports patients managing cancer, congestive heart failure, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), chronic kidney disease, liver disease, ALS, Parkinson’s disease, dementia, and other progressive neurological conditions.If your illness causes ongoing symptoms that impact daily life, palliative care may offer meaningful relief.
Palliative Care Services Include
- Expert Pain and Symptom Management
- Coordination with Your Current Medical Team
- Assistance with Treatment Decisions and Goals of Care
- Smooth Transition Planning When Hospice Becomes Appropriate
- 24-Hour Access to Palliative Care Specialists
- Support for Staying Home and Maintaining Independence
- Counseling and Spiritual Care for Patients and Families
Medical Leadership You Can Trust
Our palliative care program operates under the clinical direction of Dr. Robert Cluff, our Medical Director with extensive training and experience in palliative medicine.His expertise ensures you receive the highest standard of symptom control and compassionate medical guidance.
Learn more about this service: Palliative Care
San Mateo County Communities We Serve
We provide hospice and palliative care to patients throughout San Mateo County, including:
San Mateo Redwood City Daly City South San Francisco San Bruno Millbrae Burlingame Foster City Belmont San Carlos Menlo Park Pacifica Half Moon Bay Brisbane Colma Hillsborough Atherton Portola Valley Woodside East Palo Alto Moss Beach Montara El Granada Pescadero
If your community isn’t listed here, please call us.We serve patients across the entire county and regularly extend care to neighboring areas based on patient need.
Our Caring Team is Ready to Support You and Your Loved Ones
Call us today at (650) 898-5784 or click the button below to schedule a FREE In-home Consultation.
Talk With Our Care TeamCare Settings Throughout San Mateo County
Hospice care meets you where you are. We deliver comprehensive services wherever you’re most comfortable, bringing all necessary equipment, medications, and clinical expertise directly to you.
- Private Residences. We work with you to design a care plan that accommodates your living situation, family dynamics, and personal preferences, whether you’re in a Peninsula apartment, a suburban home, or a coastal property.
- Assisted Living Communities. We maintain strong partnerships with assisted living facilities throughout San Mateo, Redwood City, Burlingame, and other Peninsula communities.
- Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Facilities. Our clinical team collaborates closely with skilled nursing facility staff across San Mateo County to ensure hospice patients receive specialized comfort care while benefiting from existing facility support and infrastructure.
- Memory Care and Dementia Units. We provide specialized hospice care for patients with Alzheimer’s disease, vascular dementia, and other cognitive disorders in memory care settings throughout the county.
- Residential Care Homes. We serve patients in smaller board and care facilities, working hand-in-hand with existing caregivers to ensure consistency, comfort, and quality of life throughout the hospice journey.
- Hospital Discharge Planning. If your loved one is being discharged from facilities such as Stanford Health Care, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Redwood City, or Seton Medical Center, we can initiate hospice services immediately.
Why San Mateo County Families Trust Grace and Glory Hospice
Choosing a hospice provider is one of the most important decisions you’ll make for someone you love. Families throughout the Peninsula choose Grace and Glory Hospice because we combine clinical expertise with the kind of personal care and accountability that only a locally owned provider can deliver. Here’s what sets us apart:
- Local Ownership, Personal Accountability
- Built and Led by an Experienced Hospice Nurse
- 24/7 Availability with Real People
- Nationally Accredited and State Licensed
- We Understand Peninsula Families
Understanding How Hospice Works in San Mateo County
Hospice is a federally mandated Medicare benefit available to any patient with a life-limiting illness and a physician’s assessment that prognosis is six months or less if the disease follows its expected course.The vast majority of San Mateo County patients are covered through Medicare, Medi-Cal, or commercial insurance.
We handle all insurance coordination, billing, and administrative logistics.You focus on spending time with your loved one, and we manage everything else.
Starting Hospice Care in San Mateo County
The process of starting hospice is more straightforward than most families anticipate. Here’s how it works:
- Step 1: Call Us at (650) 898-5784
- Step 2: Schedule a Comprehensive Assessment
- Step 3: Begin Services Without Delay
You can contact us any time, any day.Hospice needs don’t wait for business hours, and neither do we.
