I can't say enough good things about Appling and the care they have provided for my grandparents…read more As they've aged, Appling has been an invaluable partner, consistently going above and beyond to ensure my grandparents receive the support they need. Their services have been not just essential but truly exceptional, offering peace of mind that I couldn't have achieved on my own. From their professionalism to their genuine care, Appling has made navigating our family's care situation so much easier. I highly recommend them for any and all elder care needs.

I can't say enough good things about this company. I had a previous hospice company that really…read morewere lacking in compassion in my opinion, was all about business. I switched to Appling Hospice Care and they were one of the most organized and supportive groups of people I've ever met. They quickly made me and my mother feel like we were in good hands. I'm giving them 5 stars and that's only because 10 stars aren't an option! Jeffrey M.

We had hospice with us for 1 whole month (until my father passed away). I will say that the staff…read moreas a whole was 5 star (amazing; respectful, kind, courteous). However, we had 1 staff member who came and decided she needed to take pictures of my incoherent fathers private parts. We did not sign any paperwork giving consent for that to be done either. My wife walked into my fathers room to the sight and sound of their staff member taking pictures on her personal phone of his naked private parts. My wife immediately told her to delete the pictures and to never do it again. I messaged the management about it and they apologized profusely & promised me the problem had been rectified and that it would never happen again. We never saw that staff member again either. Outside of that specific issue we had no other issues with any of the staff who cared for my father. The rest were amazing & caring. My other issue was when my father passed. We called and had to wait like 6+ hours until someone came to pick up his body. The real kicker was the staff member who came out to make sure my father had really passed. She was disturbingly more focused on making sure she got a count of all my fathers prescriptions that they had issued him. He's laying dead on the bed and she wants us to run Around the house and track down his medications. She could have cared less about the 20 other medications that he was issued by other doctors; she only cared about the meds that they issued (many of which are simple over the counter meds). She then proceeded to take forever individually counting all the medications and then she poured them into cat litter & mixed with water. Then she left the bag for us to dispose of. Biggest distasteful professionalism in my life that I've seen. My father just passed and I got to sit at a table while this staff member counts medications. Like for real! Horrible method of assessing when something is appropriate to do; timing! Outside of these 2 horrendous issues (of which, I have not sued them over for illegally taking pictures of an incapacitated mans private parts) - I will say that the Visiting Nurses who come to care for the Hospice Patient - they were 5 stars Hands down!!!

My father had to be put on hospice due to an untreatable condition, GHC Hospice is hands down the…read morebest hospice company around. My father was not a very patient or easy patient to care for, but his charge nurse Francisca Flores was truly an angel! She cared for my father right up until the end of his life. Her patience and grace were something to be commended. I will forever be grateful to GHC Hospice for their ability to take a REALLY difficult patient and show him love right up to the last moments of his life Their care made a difficult situation really feel so peaceful to our family. I can't explain the level of concern and care they provided for our family. I would also like to recognize Monica Figueroa - community relations for her communication, care and ability to get the necessary help immediately for both my father and our family. Losing a loved one is already hard enough, but GHC hospice took a really hard situation and made it as painless as possible for my family. I will be forever grateful for GHC hospice staff! Don't think twice if you are put into a position to have to put a loved one on hospice. GHC hospice is AMAZING!

My grandmother was under the care of Calstro Hospice for just over a week and in that time frame…read moreeveryone was absolutely amazing. We had an amazing experience. As a RN myself it was the first time dealing with Hospice and seeing the ins/outs. They truly made sure we had all our needs met and made sure my grandmother was comfortable, they went above and beyond. Erika our social worker was absolutely so amazing! Peter the LVN was great! And also her shower aide Marisella was truly an angel. My grandma opened her eyes at the sound of her voice moments before she passed. It's those connections and that true love of what you do that makes a difference. I saw that with this entire team. Our family thanks you!

I cannot think this company enough. From the time my mother needed hospice until she passed.They…read morewere there for me every step of the way.Honestly, it was amazing.The quality of nursing I got from them. I will be so grateful the rest of my life.

Hard to believe a medical service can be as attentive as a fine dining restaurant, but that is what…read morethis was. We used Five Star for about five days. Medicare and Optum covered the hospice side. I paid separately for 24/7 caregivers through Sincere Care Services, which I chose because I wanted Cantonese and Mandarin speakers so my mother would be more comfortable. Five Star was recommended by the Optum physician on staff. Separately, a family member recommended them too, through a friend whose father had passed the week before. I checked their ratings on Yelp and Google before moving forward, and I am extremely happy with the service we got from start to finish. This is the point where you decide between more hospital intervention, which can be painful, and accepting the situation and moving to hospice. Hospice is the wedding coordinator for a peaceful death. Things can still go wrong even when you plan everything perfectly, but Five Star was there at every step to handle whatever came up. The rough sequence for anyone about to do this: 1. Decide on hospice. 2. Line up caregivers. They are separate from Five Star, but Five Star will point you to good ones. I wanted Chinese-speaking caregivers and Mark made it happen. 3. Coordinate with the hospital on transportation. 4. Be home to receive the supplies. 5. Be home when your loved one arrives. Have a bottle of distilled water ready for the oxygen machine. 6. Have the nurse and the caregiver both there so you can learn the comfort meds. 7. I used 24/7 caregivers on 12-hour shifts. I made a point of being there whenever a new caregiver came on, so I could walk them through the medications and get their phone number. Nurses came once a day to check on my mother since she was close. You do not have to be there the whole time, but I tried to be there for shift changes. One thing I wish I had watched more closely was bowel movements. My mother had been constipated since the hospital because she was not eating. Another tip: put together a playlist of beautiful music to play in the room. Otherwise it is silence, or your loved one is listening to caregivers talk and scroll on their phones. Even when your loved one is not responsive, they are still listening and drifting in and out. Tell them everything will be okay. Thank them for everything they did for you. I think it helps them go peacefully. Anytime I needed something, Mark was a text or a call away and he always answered. Again, they are the wedding coordinators for a loved one's passing, and they will do everything within their power to help you through it.

The owner and staff were incredibly kind and compassionate during a very difficult time.read more

A+++ 100% Great company to deal with in every possible way, in my experience. Very quick to get me…read moreeverything that was needed from equipments to meds to responding to calls, and just all around getting it done. Every RN, LVN, and others that assisted my mom were top notch. Trustworthy & full confidence!

My grandma was very sick and sadly hearing that she was being referred to Hospice, was so hard to…read morehear. My family and I found Tranquil Oaks Hospice Care and we wouldn't be more thankful. The care each nurse gave my grandma was absolutely amazing.

Forever Grateful to Healing Care Hospice for the Care They Gave My Dad…read more I don't even know where to begin in expressing the depth of my gratitude for Healing Care Hospice and their incredible team. When my dad's health began to decline and we were told it was time for hospice, my family was heartbroken and scared. We didn't know what to expect, and we wanted to make sure he would be surrounded by love, comfort, and dignity. From the very first moment Healing Care Hospice stepped in, we felt an enormous sense of peace. The nurses who cared for my dad were absolute angels. They treated him like he was their own family -- always gentle, patient, and respectful. They explained everything to us with compassion and honesty, making sure we understood what was happening every step of the way. It never felt rushed or routine; it felt deeply personal. Even during the hardest moments, their calm presence and kindness made such a difference. The aides and caregivers were just as amazing. They made sure my dad was clean, comfortable, and pain-free. They noticed the little things -- fixing his blanket, massaging his hands, talking softly to him when he couldn't respond -- small gestures that spoke volumes about their compassion. The social worker and chaplain also brought so much comfort, not just to my dad but to our entire family. They gave us emotional support, listened when we needed to talk, and helped us process everything we were feeling. It meant the world to have people who didn't just focus on medical care but truly cared for the human and spiritual side of what we were going through. One thing that stood out was the way the team communicated. They were always available -- day or night -- and made sure we never felt alone. Whether it was a question about medication, a sudden change in my dad's condition, or just needing reassurance, someone was always there to help with warmth and patience. When my dad passed, the hospice team was with us, guiding us gently through those final moments with compassion and respect. They handled everything with such grace, giving us space to say goodbye in peace. Even after, they checked in on us to see how we were doing, which meant so much. I can honestly say Healing Care Hospice helped my dad transition with comfort and dignity, and helped our family find peace in an incredibly painful time. They weren't just caregivers -- they became part of our family during those last weeks. To everyone at Healing Care Hospice: thank you from the bottom of my heart. You made an unbearable time a little easier, and you gave my dad the care and love he deserved. We will never forget what you did for us. If anyone reading this is searching for hospice care for a loved one, I can say with complete confidence that Healing Care Hospice is the kind of team you want by your side. They bring heart, compassion, and genuine humanity to every moment.

Healing Care Hospice was there for my father and our family during the last months of his life…read more Everyone on the team was professional, compassionate, and attentive. All the equipment my dad needed was delivered promptly and without any delays. The staff was always responsive, and care providers were sent to our home within just a few hours when needed. Thank you so much for helping us navigate this difficult time and for being there for us every step of the way.

Our mother was provided hospice services with such grace, compassion and kindness. Natalie was her…read morenurse and we will be forever grateful for her.

They have a wonderful team at New Madison! I had met Gianina at a Golf Tournament and she is bright…read moreand answered all my questions and actually cleared my misconceptions about hospice and palliative care. If you know anyone in need of these services, you need to give them a call.

I really appreciated everything that Cinta Hospice Care did to help make Mom's last days a little…read moreeasier for her, and for us. I admire what they do. Their professionalism, their strength, and the compassion of the Cinta team were a great comfort to us in facing the inevitable. I have only kind words for Cinta and the wonderful people who care so much for those who can't care for themselves.

Cinta Hospice provides compassionate care for patients as well as thoughtful support for the…read morefamilies. Their communication, response time, and team work is excellent. Lisa Doyle-Colavita and Art Marquez have provided exceptional care and support to so many patients and families.