Resources

Alzheimer’s disease gradually changes memory, communication, independence, and the ability to manage everyday activities. As the disease progresses, the way a person experiences and expresses comfort may also change. Supporting quality of life becomes less about...

Caring for a loved one at home can be one of the most meaningful responsibilities a person takes on. It can also become physically and emotionally demanding when caregiving responsibilities continue day after day without enough time for rest, personal needs, or...

Exceptional leadership creates meaningful change, especially in healthcare. That is why the nomination of Arash Shamsian, CEO of Golden Gate Hospice Care, for the 2026 LA Executive Forum & Leadership Awards by LA Times Studios is such an important milestone. This...

July is Disability Pride Month, a time to recognize the identities, contributions, experiences, and rights of people with disabilities. It is also an opportunity to consider what accessibility, dignity, and inclusion should look like throughout every stage of life,...

Understanding hospice benefits can feel overwhelming, especially during an already emotional and urgent moment in a family’s life. Many people are unsure whether insurance will cover hospice care or how quickly they can get answers. Same-day hospice benefits...

Golden Gate Hospice Care is proud to announce that its CEO, Arash Shamsian, was nominated in the CEO – Small Business category at the 2026 LA Times Studios Executive Leadership Awards. Held on June 8, 2026, the event recognized outstanding leaders, innovators, and...

Hollywood celebrities have access to some of the most exclusive services in the world. From private healthcare providers to personalized wellness programs, many high-profile individuals prioritize comfort, privacy, and individualized attention in every aspect of their...

Concierge Hospice Care in Los Angeles: Private and Personalized End-of-Life Support What Is Concierge Hospice Care? More families searching for hospice care in Los Angeles are looking for something beyond traditional medical support. Many people want a more...

The way families approach hospice care in the United States is beginning to shift. New insights shared by Hospice News reveal something both practical and deeply human: choosing hospice care earlier could save Medicare up to $1.5 billion annually, while also improving...

A diagnosis of Stage 2 Breast Cancer is considered an early invasive stage, yet it requires careful medical evaluation and personalized treatment planning. While the cancer may involve nearby lymph nodes, it has not spread to distant organs. Scientific literature,...

What a Terminal Diagnosis Means and How It Affects Patients and Families A terminal illness is more than a medical condition. It is a profound emotional, psychological, financial, and relational turning point. A terminal illness is diagnosed when a disease is...

Stomach cancer, also known as gastric cancer, is a serious condition that often develops quietly, with symptoms that may go unnoticed in its early stages. As the disease progresses, patients and families are faced not only with physical challenges, but also with...

I’m sharing a little here about the active dying process, especially some of the physical signs that can be alarming, even though they are often common and a natural part of the sometimes laborious act of leaving the physical body. My hope is to bring awareness to...

When families begin exploring end-of-life care options, one of the first and most pressing questions they ask is: Is Hospice Care Free? The answer, for the vast majority of patients and their loved ones, is a reassuring yes. Hospice care is a widely covered benefit,...

When Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of John F. Kennedy and daughter of Caroline Kennedy and Edwin Schlossberg, shared that she had been diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia, a rare and aggressive form of blood cancer, shortly after the birth of her second child,...

When someone you love approaches the end of life, the experience can bring both tenderness and uncertainty. Families often find themselves watching for small changes, wondering what each sign means, and wishing to make their loved one as comfortable as possible....

Witnessing the final stage of a loved one’s life can bring tenderness, sadness, and many questions. Understanding the stages of death, the natural process by which the body gradually slows down, helps families recognize what’s happening and provide comfort with...

A diagnosis like this lands hard. Your breath shortens, your hearing narrows, and suddenly the familiar world feels distant. Simple tasks now feel heavy, and though people keep talking, nothing sounds the same. There’s fear, yes, but also the quiet work of survival....

You don’t always realize the line you’ve crossed until you’re already on the other side. One day it’s just doctor visits and tired mornings. The next, you’re having a quieter, heavier conversation. That’s usually when someone says the word “hospice.” And even if...

Hablar de cuidados paliativos o de hospice care con la familia no es sencillo. Muchas veces evitamos el tema porque pensamos que es sinónimo de “rendirse” o porque no queremos preocupar a quienes amamos. Sin embargo, abrir esta conversación a tiempo es un acto de amor...