Business Details
47 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Compassionate End-of-Life Care in San Mateo, CA
Founded in 1979, we have dedicated over four decades to providing exceptional end-of-life care, grief support, and education across the San Francisco Peninsula and South Bay. Our nonprofit organization prioritizes compassionate comfort care through palliative services, hospice programs, and a homelike Mission House facility for patients requiring specialized symptom management. With 24/7 nursing availability and a robust volunteer network, we offer physical, emotional, and spiritual support tailored to serious illness needs.Our Transitions program provides critical nurse consultation and practical assistance between care phases, while community education initiatives and caregiver resources extend our impact beyond direct patient care. As a community-based nonprofit, we ensure access to services regardless of financial circumstances, maintaining rigorous compliance standards and fostering partnerships with medical professionals for seamless patient referrals.
Services
Palliative Care
Hospice Care
Transitions Program
Spiritual Care
Grief Support
Community Education
Caregiver Resources
Dementia Resources
Volunteer Services
Mission House
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- 45+ years of specialized end-of-life care expertise
- 24/7 nursing support for urgent patient needs
- Community-based nonprofit with holistic care approach
- Mission House provides specialized inpatient care facility
- Comprehensive grief support and caregiver resources
Services
Palliative Care
Specialized support for serious illness provides physical, emotional, and spiritual relief. Our team focuses on quality-of-life improvement through symptom management and personalized care plans. Available for patients not yet ready for hospice services.
Hospice Care
Comprehensive comfort care for terminal diagnoses includes medical treatment, pain management, and emotional support. Services available in homes, facilities, or our Mission House. Care remains patient-directed with flexible treatment options.
Mission House
Homelike facility offers advanced symptom management for patients requiring specialized care. Features family-friendly environment with visiting privileges. Combines medical expertise with compassionate support for complex care needs.
Grief Support
Counseling and community resources help families navigate loss. Programs include individual sessions, support groups, and educational materials. Services available to both program participants and broader community members.
Community Education
Public programs cover end-of-life planning, care options, and grief management. Resources include workshops, newsletters, and online materials. Designed to empower families with decision-making knowledge and practical tools.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We provide services throughout the San Francisco Peninsula and South Bay regions, including both residential and facility-based care options.
Are your services available 24/7?
Yes, our nursing team operates 24 hours daily for urgent care needs and patient support across all service lines.
How do referrals work?
Physicians can access referral information through our website. We accept patient self-referrals and coordinate with healthcare providers for seamless care transitions.
Do you serve all financial situations?
As a nonprofit, we ensure care access regardless of payment ability, offering services to patients with various medical coverage levels or financial constraints.
What volunteer opportunities exist?
We offer direct patient care roles, administrative support positions, and community ambassador programs. Training provided for all volunteer functions.
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