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Medicare Covered* | Serving All of Southern California
About Us

About Canestro Care Hospice

Here for you and your family when it matters most

We bring comfort, dignity, and peace of mind to families across Southern California, on call 24/7. Medicare, Medi-Cal, and most major private insurance plans accepted.

Medicare Hospice Benefit
$0 Out-of-Pocket*
Same Day Admissions Available
24/7 On-Call Nurse

We Are Here for You and Your Family, Every Step of the Way

At Canestro Care Hospice, we bring comfort, dignity, and compassionate support to every person and every family we serve. Whether care is for you or someone you love, we walk beside you with experience, compassion, and a steady hand, so you always feel cared for, supported, and understood.

Families across Southern California trust us because care here feels personal. We begin by listening, because understanding your wishes, values, and priorities lets us build a plan of care that truly fits. Our physicians, nurses, social workers, chaplains, and aides work together as one coordinated team to support comfort, medication needs, daily care, and emotional and spiritual guidance for your whole family.

Wherever you call home, our care comes to you, whether that is a private residence, an assisted living community, or a board and care home. A nurse or on-call team member is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, whenever you need support.

Canestro Care Hospice is Medicare certified, ACHC accredited, and CDPH licensed. For eligible patients, most hospice care is covered through Medicare, and we also accept Medi-Cal and most major private insurance plans.

A Canestro caregiver gently holding a patient's hands
Who you will meet

A Team That Truly Cares

Every nurse, social worker, chaplain, and aide on our team is here to provide care that feels personal, dependable, and compassionate, with warmth and respect at every visit.

  • Physicians
  • Registered nurses
  • Social workers
  • Chaplains
  • Hospice aides
  • Trained volunteers
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The Values We Bring to Every Home

What you and your family can count on from our team, on every visit.

Compassion

We lead with our hearts. Every visit, every call, and every decision is guided by your comfort and your family's wellbeing.

Excellence

You and your loved one deserve exceptional care. Our team holds itself to high standards so every family receives dependable, compassionate support.

Respect

Every person and every family is unique. We honor your background, beliefs, wishes, and values with genuine respect and cultural sensitivity.

Availability

We are always here. Day or night, weekday or weekend, our team is a phone call away whenever you or your family need support.

Getting Started Is Simple

Starting is easier than you might expect.

You call, we listen

Tell us about your loved one and what your family needs, in your own words, at any hour.

We explain your options
We explain your options

We walk you through eligibility, coverage, and how our care works, with no pressure to decide.

Our team begins care

When you are ready, we coordinate with your doctor so care can start at home, often within a day.

Families Share Their Experience

Real words from families across Southern California who trusted us with their care.

The care and compassion shown by the entire Canestro Care team during my mother's final weeks was extraordinary. They treated her with such dignity.

Maria RodriguezLos Angeles, CA

When we didn't know where to turn, Canestro Care was there for us 24/7. The nurses were angels, and the social worker helped us navigate everything.

James ThompsonPasadena, CA

The bereavement support we received after losing my father made such a difference. Even months later, they checked in on us.

Susan KimGlendale, CA

Serving Families Across Southern California

We bring care to wherever your loved one calls home in Los Angeles, Orange, Ventura, San Bernardino, Riverside, San Diego, Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, and Kern counties.

All hospice services are subject to eligibility, and availability can vary by address within each county. Call us and we will confirm both before anything is arranged.

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Questions About Canestro Care Hospice

Answers about who we are, where we serve, and how to reach us.

Is Canestro Care Hospice Medicare certified?

Yes. Canestro Care Hospice is Medicare certified, accredited by ACHC, and licensed by the California Department of Public Health. These credentials mean our care meets federal and state standards, and that eligible patients can use their Medicare hospice benefit with us.

What areas do you serve?

We serve families across Southern California, including Los Angeles, Orange, Ventura, San Bernardino, Riverside, San Diego, Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, and Kern counties. Call us with your address and we will confirm availability right away.

What insurance do you accept?

We accept Medicare, Medi-Cal, and most major private insurance plans. Our team verifies coverage for you before care begins, so you know what applies to your family.

Who can make a referral?

Anyone can reach out, including you, a family member, a physician, a hospital, or a care facility. Physicians and facilities can also use our referral page.

Are you available on weekends and holidays?

Yes. Our phones are answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays, and a nurse is always on call for families in our care.

We Are Here to Help

Have a question about our team or our care? One call gets you a real answer from someone who can help.

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  • Eligibility reviewed
  • Coverage verified for you
  • Every question answered

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