Together hospice was extremely helpful with my wife's hospice care. Jason set us up with casa del…read moreSol turned out to be just an excellent care facility, vida the owner and a RN and her staff were simply excellent and very caring, the nurses that together hospice provided we're excellent and kept us well informed, I would recommend casa del Sol and together hospice for anybody who needs elderly Care

Consumer beware. When an order is written that medication is to be used P.R.N. (per request…read moreneeded)..it is per their need. They fail to telephone the family and notify them that things are out of control and do you want a particular medication listed or in their emergency kit for your loved one. They make the decision and it is not a good decision! They use standardized high does of strong medication such as morphine, haldol and Seroquel to control your loved one when better options are available. You know that their intent is to never have your love one walk again but use MEDICATION RESTRAINT to keep them medicated when they don't send a wheelchair for them to sit up in. They have nurses who one assessed your loved one and comes up with different approach than another nurse. You should state you want to be called prior to any sedating medication is prescribed. Calls should never be made after adminerstating medication. CLEARLY STATE you want a call before they administer PRN medication. Otherwise they will kill your loved one faster than it should occur.

My mom came to Parkview hospice home after 2 weeks in sharp hospital. The staff is AMAZING! From…read morethe moment we arrived they were so kind and patient they explained everything to me in detail and comforting way. My mom was there for 2 weeks, and they were so attentive, kind, compassionate. Kept her comfortable, clean/bathe, checking on her every hour, turning her. The nurses and staff were very welcoming of our family coming to visit, my brother and I, plus our significant others spent days with my mom and we never felt unwelcome, they checked on us as much as they checked on my mom. On my mom's second to last day her family came to visit her, about 20 people, some in the room with her some out in the living areas, we were as comfortable as if it was our own home. It was truly a full circle care. I'm forever going to be grateful to Parkway hospice home and Sharp for making my mom's last moments as comfortable as they can be, under the circumstances.

My father-in-law was admitted to Parkview Hospice home on June 8th after one week at Sharp Memorial…read moreand 5 days at Arbor Hills Nursing. It was clear he was near the end of his life and my wife and I believed he would not live even through that first night. I will highlight individuals in a moment but everyone who was involved with dad's care was absolutely amazing! It takes a special person not just to care for the terminally ill but be compassionate and kind every step of the way. Briefly, Parkview is a large home in a normal neighborhood in Del Cerro (a community across the freeway from SDSU). Their maximum patient load is 4! Even in the middle of the night there are 3 staff members (nurses and a homemaker) to look after their patients needs -- more during the day. The home is impeccably clean and you can visit your loved one 24/7. There was a fold out in dad's room and we could have spent the night if we wanted to. When they saw the stress my wife and I were facing watching her dad's decline, their care and compassion extended to us too. Dad wanted to die at home but circumstances beyond control prevented us from making that so. The care he received was much more extensive than he would have received in his own home. We made it clear we didn't want dad to suffer and they stayed on top of his pain medications and performed regular turning to prevent bed sores. On dad's first full day at Parkview, I noticed a Navy cap on the daily volunteer Gilbert. I mentioned that my father-in-law had served in the Navy and before that day was out, Gil had set up a small ceremony where he presented a US flag that had flown on the USS Midway just the day before. It was a very emotional moment. The nursing staff on dad's team (Toni, Malia, Heidi and Mitch) were not just professional, they showed a degree of compassion and kindness my wife and I could not have expected. I don't know where they find the strength to help their patients through their end of life week in and out. They are simply amazing human beings. Dr. Verma (the onsite doctor) spend a long time with my wife and I the first day getting dad's health history and helping us understand what was happening at that moment. A social worker is also part of the team and Richard visited us several times during dad's 8 days at Parkview. His social work had more to do with us and he continues to council us now that dad has passed. Soloman is the Chaplin at Parkview and he prayed with dad to help comfort his transition. Parkview is part of Sharp Memorial and has three such homes in the San Diego area. If you or a loved one ever needs hospice care, it is my humble and firm conviction you could not find better care and compassion than with Parkview and the Sharp Grossmont Hospice team.

I would not recommend this place to anyone unless you want your loved one drugged up and starved…read moreuntil death. One star is more than they deserve. My father was taken there by his wife and he was only supposed to be there 5 days due to a plumbing problem at home. As soon as he was admitted his meds were changed so I called the doctor in charge. She called me back and explained that he was only being re-accessed because he was bedridden and needed lower amounts of medication. She assured me that this would help him so that he could feel better by the time he went home. The next day he stopped eating (was eating soft foods and liquids at home) and he was unable to speak coherently or even sty awake. This was very alarming since I lived out of town, When I left a message to speak to the doctor, they said I was not on the list of people she could talk to about him and she never returned the call. My step mother assured me that she would have the social worker call me and that they were going to keep him there longer. She never called that day but the next afternoon a nurse or caregiver called me to say that he would die in the next week and that he wasn't eating. I was very upset to say the least. The hospital he was in the month before had given him 6 months to live. Two days later I was alerted that he had died. An hour later the social worker called and left me a message about how she was sorry about my loss but they were there if I needed help with my grief. They would be the last people I would call about my grief, My dad wanted to be at home in his last days, but they took that away from him.

My Mom just attended Lakeview before passing and I'm here to tell you this rating is BS. Idk if all…read moreof these 1 star reviews are old and times have changed or what, but from start to finish my Mom, Dad and I were taken care of. Justin was the nurse that admitted her, he got her changed out of the hospital gown and into a nightgown they provide. He also answered all of my questions and was a huge help. I was staying the night when my Mom took her last breath and the nurses were Kelly and Kat. Kat checked on my Mom basically every 15 mins making sure she wasn't in pain, answering all of my crazy questions and being a calming presence. Don't trust the Yelp score, I would recommend this place every day of the week.

I don't write a lot of Yelp reviews, but I really wanted to recognize Kayla Williams at Comfort and…read moreThrive. My mother lives in an assisted living home, and there was some confusion over the paperwork for her brand-new wheelchair. I had spent quite a while on the phone with the head nurse, who assured me they had no paperwork and no proof that the new wheelchair we had purchased for my mother was even on the premises. Instead, I was told they believed she was using an older wheelchair that had been provided by hospice and that it had to be returned to hospice immediately. My heart just sank. I felt frustrated because I honestly felt like what I was saying wasn't being heard. I was being told they had paperwork that showed something completely different, and I started to feel defeated. Not only was I being told I might have to pay for the six months they believed my mother had been using the hospice wheelchair, but I was also being told I would need to purchase a new wheelchair for her. That was a huge financial double whammy, and I was honestly beside myself. When Kayla heard how upset I was, she didn't hesitate. She immediately jumped into action. She was calm, reassuring, and never made me feel like I was on my own. One phone call later, and in less than 20 minutes, the entire situation was resolved. The biggest thing I walked away with wasn't just that the problem got fixed. It was how Kayla made me feel. She made me feel taken care of. She made me feel protected. When you're trying to take care of an elderly parent, that kind of compassion means everything. Thank you, Kayla, for turning one of the most stressful days I've had in a long time into one with a happy ending. Comfort and Thrive is very fortunate to have you. And one last thing...please give this lady a raise. She absolutely deserves it.

Comfort and Peace Hospice was recommended to me by an ICU nurse at Scripps Encinitas when my mom…read morewas being discharged from 7 days of intensive care she barely survived. My mom had previously been on hospice care with a different company and Comfort and Peace is head and shoulders superior to my previous experience. First of all, the speed of their responses and preparation for her discharge (over the holidays no less) was epic. I am so grateful for not only their responsiveness to us, but also the care and time they took to really get it right! They even helped me with facility placement recommendations Each function has been consistently responsive and communicative, as well. Nurse, social worker, etc. The team has directly contributed to my ability as a caregiver to function and deal with a difficult situation. No hesitation whatsoever giving my highest recommendation here

Absolutely amazing staff nurses doctors administrators all of them and company we could not be…read morehappier with the company and the staff. Oh and let's not forget the VA liaison who made the transition even easier for us THANK YOU Apreva Hospice

I would avoid Apreva Hospice. My experience with them was extremely disappointing and added…read moresignificant stress during an already difficult time. Rather than providing comfort and support, I found their care to be poorly coordinated, inadequately individualized, and at times clinically inappropriate. My sister had a complex medical history that included recurrent syncopal (fainting) episodes. Unfortunately, hospice staff repeatedly interpreted these episodes as signs that she was actively dying or "transitioning" without adequately reviewing her medical history or understanding her underlying condition. After one such episode, I received a call from a hospice representative through an out-of-state call center recommending that morphine be started immediately. There was no apparent clinical indication for morphine at that time, and the caller was unable to explain the rationale for the recommendation or answer basic questions. This was both unsettling and concerning. On another occasion, a hospice nurse recommended oral antibiotics for a suspected aspiration-related infection. At the time, my sister was unresponsive and not eating or drinking, making oral administration impractical. Concerned about the recommendation, I had her evaluated in the Emergency Department. No infection was found, no antibiotics were indicated, and her symptoms were ultimately attributed to another syncopal episode from which she later recovered. I was also told that all of my sister's oral medications should be discontinued, despite the fact that she was still taking medications orally and there was no clear clinical reason to stop them. This recommendation created unnecessary anxiety and confusion. The hospice chaplain's conduct was also unprofessional. Facility staff ultimately asked him not to return after he put his feet on a table and requested flowers that were being used for a resident activity. Several nurses at the care facility privately expressed concerns about the quality of hospice care they were observing and recommended that I consider changing hospice providers. By that point, my sister's condition had become increasingly unstable, and I felt that changing providers would only add more stress. She passed away later that week. What was perhaps most disappointing was the lack of follow-up after her death. Her primary hospice nurse never contacted me to offer condolences, answer questions, or provide support. As an advanced practice healthcare provider, I recognized a number of concerning issues that may not be apparent to families without medical training. Based on my experience, I cannot recommend this hospice organization.

We started with this agency back in October. We have had nothing but good experiences!!! Lisa was…read moreultra-responsive when we had to call in Hospice. She arranged the whole thing, and really got "the ball moving", acted as the main contact for setting up visits by the nurses, etc. We were also impressed with the quick turnaround if we needed a back-up caregiver for the Holidays, or another caregiver needed time off. Lisa was also very good about knowing what was a fit for our family, and my father-in-law, so never wasted time with people who weren't compatible.

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The care our relative got was excellent. Very warm and caring nursing team. They accommodated his…read moredietary needs, meals on time, facilities clean. We used their services for one year.

Our father's last few months and holidays were filled with attention, care and love. My sister and…read moreI realized that our 96 year old father would need senior, residential care last August. We discovered The Gardens By The Sea, toured and soon moved our father into a comfortable room. It was an adjustment for him, but he was well cared for, still welcomed many visiting friends and family, enjoyed the weekly entertainment groups, the delicious food as well as the Turner Classic Movie channel on their cable. Elsa and staff were friendly, detailed and professional. Owner, David Cooper, was often present to say "Hello" and ask if all was good. We definitely made a wise decision for the benefit of everyone in our family. Thanks to everyone at The Gardens by the Sea! J&J

We had a stellar nurse in charge of my mom's care, but the week that she was gone (for a legitimate…read morepersonal reason) was not pretty. We got a nurse that didn't have her act together nearly as well as our regular one. Keeping my mom comfortable during that week was an ordeal. This makes me wonder what quality of care you'd get from this hospice if you don't get the stellar nurse we got. On the bright side, I appreciated the several energetic young LVNs we had, as well as the fact that whoever answered the phone sounded eager to help.

If you're looking for quality home health care for yourself or a loved one, avoid this company at…read moreall costs. The therapists are some of the worst I've ever encountered--completely unprofessional, consistently late, unreliable, and everything is delayed. Mission Home Health is a nightmare, especially if you're assigned RN Janine. Do yourself a favor and stay far away.

The oncologist at Sharp scoffed when I said I was using Elizabeth and not his preferred Sharp care…read more That got in my head. Well after waiting five whole days for Sharp while my dad suffered in the hospital instead of being at home where he was comfortable, I gave up on Sharp and called Elizabeth. They replied immediately, started service immediately and were a HUGE help throughout the whole process. I would recommend them 10/10 to anyone who needs in home hospice care. Even after all the help, advice and support they continue to call and check in long after my father's passing and provide emotional support if needed. They're amazing and I want to thank everyone that works with them for the wonderful job they did at such a hard time in my life.

Good care. Good people. Very helpful in working with a hard nursing home trying to turn a profit…read moreand not listening to clients. Much respect to my protectors in the hospice field.

Called today for elder brother, lots of health issues & in need of long term care, full…read morescope-Medi-cal, the owner was outstanding, caring, knowledgeable & went above & beyond to help us. Look forward to future ALF!!!