What is hospice?
Hospice is a program of health care and services designed to meet the special needs of patients and their loved ones when a patient has a serious illness and chooses not to pursue aggressive treatment.
Because there's no place like home
Compassionate hospice care, right at home in Folsom & Sacramento.
Bringing comfort, support and guidance to you and your loved ones. Centric Care Hospice provides personalized, compassionate hospice care in the comfort of your home — with a team that cares for the whole family, medically, emotionally and spiritually.
- Medicare-certified
- 24/7 on-call support
- Locally owned & operated
Help is one call awayWe contact your physician and services start right away.
At a glance
Centric Care Hospice in brief
Centric Care Hospice, Inc. is a locally owned, Medicare-certified hospice agency based in Folsom, California. We provide comfort-focused end-of-life care for people with a life-limiting illness — in private homes, assisted living communities and nursing facilities across the greater Sacramento area — with a nurse and social worker available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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- Services
- Skilled nursing, pain & symptom management, social work, spiritual care, home health aides, volunteers, bereavement support
- Where
- Homes, assisted living, residential care homes and nursing facilities
- Availability
- 24/7 — call (916) 603-3550
- Coverage
- Medicare Part A hospice benefit; Medi-Cal and many private plans
- Referrals
- Physicians, hospitals, facilities, families or patients themselves
- Office
- 13405 Folsom Blvd, Suite 504, Folsom, CA 95630
Every individual is treated as a unique person with unique needs.— Our promise
Welcome to Centric Care Hospice
After all, there's no place like home.
We at Centric Care Hospice, Inc. are committed to providing the highest quality health care possible — at the convenience and comfort of your home.
We believe in an interdisciplinary team: a group of professionals who evaluate your needs, collaborate with one another, and tailor a personalized plan of care that best suits the patient. Every individual is treated as a unique person with unique needs. Our ultimate goal is well-coordinated, comprehensive hospice care under the supervision of your physician.
As a locally owned and operated agency, we serve patients in private residences, nursing facilities, assisted living facilities and other healthcare settings — and we take pride in serving our community with excellence, compassion and dignity.
We are dedicated to transforming the way our community experiences serious illness, grief and loss — through loving and compassionate care, emotional, physical and spiritual support, and the preservation of personal dignity.
CompassionGentle, unhurried care that honors every story.
DignityYour loved one's wishes guide every decision.
ComfortExpert pain and symptom management.
PartnershipWe educate and support families every step of the way.
Hospice, explained
Four questions every family asks.
Can hospice make a difference?
Yes — dramatically. Our clinical staff are experts in pain control and symptom management, and we give patients and caregivers the knowledge they need to make decisions with confidence.
Who provides the care?
A team that addresses medical, physical, emotional and spiritual needs: the attending physician, hospice medical director, registered nurse, home health aide, social worker, chaplain and trained volunteers.
How is hospice started?
Help is only one phone call away. A physician, patient, family member, friend, clergy, social worker or discharge planner can make a referral — we contact the physician for approval and start services right away.
24/7Nurse & social worker support, day or night
1 callIs all it takes to start a referral
4 levelsOf Medicare-covered hospice care
13 mo.Of grief support for families after a loss
Our services
Whole-person care for body, mind and spirit.
Everything your loved one needs related to their hospice diagnosis — care, medications, equipment and support — coordinated by one dedicated team.
Hospice Care & Skilled Nursing
Hospice is a unique and special form of care, and we strive to go above and beyond — with honor, empathy and excellence. Our skilled nurses manage pain and symptoms, coordinate with your physician and teach families how to keep their loved one comfortable. Our team is available 24/7 to help patients live their final chapter with dignity, comfort and peace.
- Pain & symptom management
- Care coordination
- Caregiver education
- 24/7 on-call nurse
Social Worker (24/7)
Our social workers help families apply for community resources and financial assistance, and provide counseling and support for emotional well-being throughout the hospice journey.
Spiritual Care
Our chaplains offer emotional and spiritual support regardless of religious affiliation or belief — bringing comfort, hope and encouragement through prayer and conversation.
Home Health Aides
Certified home health aides and homemakers assist with activities of daily living and medication management, and help keep the home clean and comfortable.
Volunteers
Our volunteers bring companionship, comfort and support through visits, letter writing, reading, journaling and shopping.
Bereavement Support
Our care continues after a loss, with grief support for family members for up to 13 months.
Medications & Equipment
Medications, supplies and equipment related to the hospice diagnosis — hospital beds, wheelchairs, oxygen and wound care — delivered to you.
Your care team
A circle of care, built around you.
Hospice is delivered by an interdisciplinary team that meets regularly to adjust your plan of care as needs change.
01
PhysiciansYour attending physician and our hospice medical director guide your medical plan together — you can keep your own doctor.
02
Nurses & aidesHands-on comfort care, symptom relief and help with daily living.
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Social workers & chaplainsEmotional, practical and spiritual support for the entire family.
04
VolunteersCompanionship and a little extra help, so no one feels alone.
Where we provide care
Wherever your loved one calls home.
Private homesCare in familiar surroundings
Assisted livingIncluding residential care homes
Nursing facilitiesSkilled nursing & long-term care
Other settingsWherever care is needed
Levels of care
The right level of support, as needs change.
The Medicare Hospice Benefit defines four levels of care. Patients move between them as their needs change — no extra paperwork for your family.
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Routine Home Care
Scheduled visits from your care team wherever you live. This is the level most patients receive.
02
Continuous Home Care
Extended nursing care at home during a period of crisis, to manage acute symptoms.
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General Inpatient Care
Short-term care in an inpatient setting when symptoms can't be managed at home.
04
Respite Care
Short inpatient stays (up to 5 days) that give family caregivers time to rest.
A gentle self-check
Is it time to talk about hospice?
Many families tell us they wish they had called sooner. Hospice can provide months of comfort and support — not just the final days. Check any that feel familiar.
This is not a medical assessment. Only a physician can certify eligibility — but a conversation with us is free and commits you to nothing.
It may be a good time to talk.
Our team can answer your questions and, with your permission, speak with your physician. Call (916) 603-3550 — we're here 24/7.
Admissions
Starting hospice is simpler than you think.
Anyone concerned about a patient's well-being can make a referral. We handle the coordination so your family can focus on time together.
- Call or referReach us 24/7 by phone, fax or our online form.
- We contact the physicianWe confirm eligibility and obtain the physician's approval.
- A nurse visitsOur hospice liaison answers questions and explains what to expect.
- Your plan of careThe team builds a plan around your needs and wishes.
- Care beginsServices, medications and equipment start right away.
Who can refer?
- Physicians
- Hospital personnel & discharge planners
- Skilled nursing & long-term care facilities
- Clergy and social workers
- Families, friends and patients themselves
What's included
- Nursing, aide, social work & chaplain visits
- Medications for pain and symptom relief
- Hospital beds, wheelchairs & oxygen
- Medical supplies and wound care
- Grief support for the family
Paying for hospice
Hospice is covered under Medicare Part A, typically with little or no out-of-pocket cost for care related to the hospice diagnosis. Medi-Cal and many private insurance plans also include a hospice benefit.
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Understanding your options
Hospice vs. palliative care vs. home health — what's the difference?
Hospice focuses on comfort when curative treatment is no longer the goal. Palliative care adds comfort at any stage of a serious illness, and home health helps people recover at home.
| Hospice | Palliative care | Home health | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main goal | Comfort, dignity and quality of life | Symptom relief alongside treatment | Recovery and rehabilitation |
| Who it's for | Prognosis of 6 months or less, certified by a physician | Anyone with a serious illness, at any stage | Homebound patients needing skilled, intermittent care |
| Curative treatment | Not for the hospice diagnosis | Yes, can continue | Yes |
| Care team | Physician, nurse, aide, social worker, chaplain, volunteers | Physician / nurse-led team | Nurses and therapists |
| Family grief support | Up to 13 months after a loss | Varies | Not included |
| Medicare coverage | Part A hospice benefit | Part B (copays may apply) | Part A and/or Part B |
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Questions families ask
You don't have to have all the answers.
If you don't see your question here, call us. There's no such thing as a question too small.
Call (916) 603-3550What is hospice care?
Hospice is a program of care designed to meet the special needs of patients with a life-limiting illness — and their loved ones — when the focus shifts from curative treatment to comfort, quality of life and dignity.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up?
Not at all. Hospice is about living as fully and comfortably as possible. Many patients find that better symptom control and support give them more good days with the people they love.
Who is eligible for hospice?
Generally, a person is eligible when a physician certifies a life expectancy of six months or less if the illness runs its usual course, and the patient chooses comfort-focused care. Care can continue beyond six months as long as the physician recertifies eligibility.
Who pays for hospice?
Hospice is covered by Medicare Part A, and Medi-Cal and many private insurance plans offer a hospice benefit as well. Coverage includes the care team, medications, equipment and supplies related to the hospice diagnosis. Call us and we'll help verify your coverage.
Can my loved one keep their own doctor?
Yes. Your attending physician remains part of the care team and works alongside our hospice medical director.
How quickly can care begin?
Help is one phone call away. Once you call, we contact the patient's physician for approval, and services can begin immediately after.
What if my loved one's condition improves?
Patients may stop hospice at any time and return to regular Medicare coverage, including curative treatment — and they can choose hospice again later if needed.
Can hospice care be provided in an assisted living facility or nursing home?
Yes. We provide hospice care wherever a patient lives — a private home, an assisted living community, a residential care home, or a skilled nursing or long-term care facility — and work alongside the facility's staff.
What is the difference between hospice and palliative care?
Both focus on comfort. Palliative care can be given at any stage of a serious illness, even alongside curative treatment. Hospice is for people whose physician expects a life expectancy of six months or less and who choose to focus on comfort rather than cure.
Which areas does Centric Care Hospice serve?
Our office is in Folsom, California, and we care for patients in Folsom and communities across the greater Sacramento area. Call (916) 603-3550 to confirm we serve your loved one's location.
Does support continue after a loved one passes?
Yes. Our bereavement program supports family members through grief for up to 13 months after a loss.
Volunteer
Share your time. Make a lasting difference.
Volunteers play a vital role at Centric Care Hospice. A visit, a letter, a story read aloud — your time brings comfort to patients and support to families.
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Join a team that truly cares.
We're always looking for compassionate nurses, aides, social workers and chaplains who want to do meaningful work.
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Contact & referrals
We're here for you — day or night.
Proudly serving Folsom and communities across the greater Sacramento area, including:
- Folsom
- Orangevale
- El Dorado Hills
- Rancho Cordova
- Citrus Heights
- Fair Oaks
- Granite Bay
- Roseville
- Sacramento
Phone · 24/7(916) 603-3550
Referral fax(916) 603-3430
Emailinfo@centriccarehospice.com
Office13405 Folsom Blvd, Suite 504, Folsom, CA 95630