--- title: "Palliative Care Hospice Care in Orange County | Graceland Hospice Care" description: "Expert hospice care for palliative care in Orange County, CA. 24/7 RN support, Medicare covered, same-day admissions. 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Palliative Care ![Palliative Care vs. Hospice Care in Orange County — What's the Difference?](/assets/contact-banner-BFDTBOmP.jpg) # Palliative Care vs. Hospice Care in Orange County — What's the Difference? [Call 24/7: (714) 733-1333](tel:+17147331333)[Request a Free Consultation](/contact) Graceland Hospice Care provides both palliative support alongside active treatment and full hospice care for patients who have chosen comfort-focused goals. We help families understand which option best fits their current situation. ## How Graceland Supports Palliative Care Patients Palliative care can occur at any stage alongside curative treatment, focusing on relief from symptoms and stress. Hospice care is comfort-focused care for patients with a prognosis of 6 months or less who have decided to forgo curative treatment. Our team helps families understand the distinction and, when goals shift, facilitates a smooth transition between the two. ## When Is Hospice Right for You? - Symptoms or stress from a serious illness at any stage (palliative care) - A terminal prognosis of 6 months or less (hospice care) - A decision to focus on comfort over curative treatment - A need to coordinate care across multiple specialists ## Frequently Asked Questions ### What is the difference between palliative and hospice care? ### Does Medicare cover palliative care? ### Can I switch from palliative to hospice care? ## Hospice Coverage in Orange County — What Medicare Pays Medicare's Hospice Benefit covers 100% of hospice-related costs, including nursing visits, medications, equipment, and support services. There is no deductible and no out-of-pocket cost for Medicare-eligible patients in Orange County. We also accept Medi-Cal and most private insurance plans. 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