Bakersfield Community
Hospice

www.bakersfield-healthcare.com
1811 Oak St #125
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Open 24 hours
661.327.9800

Comfort & Quality at Life’s End

Hospice facilities provide specialized care for individuals nearing the end of life, focusing on comfort and quality rather than cure. Below are the key aspects of hospice care:

Palliative Care: Manages symptoms and improves patient comfort.

Interdisciplinary Team: Includes doctors, nurses, social workers, and chaplains addressing medical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

Family Support: Provides resources, counseling, and respite care for families.

Home-Based Care: Can be provided at home, in a nursing home, or hospice facility.

Bereavement Care: Supports families through grief after the patient’s passing.

Hospice ensures dignity, comfort, and support for both patients and their families during end-of-life care.