Hospice Care in the Bay Area

We accept Medicare, Medi-Cal, and most insurances. Serving families across the Bay Area.

Contact our Bay Area hospice team at (415) 795-8824 or (408) 900-8838, or use our secure online form. A local nurse will answer your questions and schedule a fast, convenient visit.

Our hospice nurse comes to your home (or facility) in San Francisco, Fremont, Walnut Creek, or your city. We discuss your needs, explain hospice options, and handle all paperwork.

Hospice services start quickly—often the same day. We deliver medications, supplies, and offer around-the-clock support by your local Suncrest team.

Bay Area Communities We Serve

Our three Bay Area offices provide hospice care throughout the nine-county San Francisco Bay region. We serve families in:

San Francisco and Peninsula

• San Francisco (all neighborhoods)
• Daly City, South San Francisco, Pacifica
• San Mateo, Burlingame, Millbrae
• Redwood City, San Carlos, Belmont
• Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Atherton

East Bay

• Oakland, Berkeley, Alameda
• Fremont, Newark, Union City
• San Leandro, Castro Valley, Hayward
• Walnut Creek, Concord, Pleasant Hill
• Martinez, Pittsburg, Brentwood, Antioch
• Richmond, El Cerrito, Albany

South Bay

• San Jose, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara
• Milpitas, Mountain View, Cupertino
• Los Gatos, Saratoga, Campbell
• Gilroy, Morgan Hill

North Bay and Wine Country

• Marin County communities
• Napa, St. Helena, Yountville
• Sonoma, Petaluma
• Vallejo, Benicia

Other Communities

• Livermore, Pleasanton, Dublin
• Tracy, Manteca
• Dixon, Suisun City

If you don’t see your Bay Area community listed, please contact us. Service areas are subject to change.

Serving the Bay Area’s Rapidly Aging Population

The San Francisco Bay Area’s senior population is growing faster than any other demographic group, creating increased demand for quality hospice services. Understanding these trends helps us better serve our diverse community:

• 1.3 million seniors: As of 2019, approximately 1.3 million Bay Area residents are age 65 and older
• 8.7% growth since 2020: The 65+ age group was the only demographic to increase from 2020 to 2023, growing 8.7% while other age groups declined
• Projected 2.9 million by 2060: The Bay Area’s senior population is expected to more than double in the coming decades, reaching 2.9 million older adults by 2060—a 120% increase
• Seniors outnumber children: In Marin, Napa, Sonoma, and San Francisco counties, residents age 65+ already outnumber children under 18
• Marin County leads: 25% of Marin County residents are 65 or older, one of the highest percentages in California
• Culturally diverse aging population: Among Bay Area seniors, 65.3% identify as white, 26.1% as Asian, and 5.9% as Black, reflecting the region’s incredible diversity

Our Bay Area team understands the unique needs of the region’s diverse communities—from Chinatown and Japantown to the Mission District and Little Saigon, from Peninsula suburbs to East Bay neighborhoods. We respect cultural traditions and work with families to provide care that honors their values and beliefs around end-of-life.

Sources: Axios SF – Bay Area Aging Population, On Lok – Profile of Older Adults in Bay Area

Understanding the Bay Area’s Unique Hospice Care Needs

Providing hospice in the Bay Area comes with unique considerations that our team navigates daily:

Housing Diversity

We serve families in San Francisco Victorian flats, high-rise condos in downtown Oakland, single-family homes in suburban Walnut Creek, and everything in between. From Marin hillside estates to East Bay apartment complexes, our team is experienced providing care across all housing types.

Tech Industry Caregivers

Many Bay Area families balance caregiving with demanding tech jobs in San Francisco, San Jose, and the Peninsula. Adult children often work long hours with intense schedules, making home-based hospice care essential for maintaining both career and family responsibilities.

Cultural and Linguistic Diversity

The Bay Area is home to thriving Chinese, Filipino, Vietnamese, Indian, Latino, Japanese, Korean, and many other communities—each with distinct traditions around death, dying, and family care. Our team respects varying cultural practices regarding:

• Family involvement in decision-making
• Communication preferences about prognosis
• Traditional healing practices alongside medical care
• Spiritual and religious rituals
• Dietary preferences and restrictions
• Mourning customs and memorial traditions

Geographic Challenges

From San Francisco’s steep hills to rural areas of Napa Valley, from dense urban neighborhoods to spread-out suburbs, the Bay Area’s geography presents unique challenges. We bring hospice care directly to you—eliminating transportation difficulties during difficult times.

High Cost of Living Impact

The Bay Area’s high housing costs mean many seniors are “house rich, cash poor”—owning homes but living on limited fixed incomes. Medicare-covered hospice care eliminates financial barriers, ensuring everyone receives quality end-of-life care regardless of income.

Progressive Healthcare Preferences

Bay Area families often seek care that honors personal autonomy, dignity, and quality of life. Many are familiar with advance directives, POLST forms, and California’s End of Life Option Act. Our team respects these values and provides guidance aligned with your preferences.

Suncrest Hospice provides in-home care in San Francisco, Fremont, Walnut Creek, and surrounding Bay Area cities.

Yes. Hospice services are covered by Medicare, Medi-Cal, and most private insurance plans. We handle all paperwork and authorizations for you.

We provide pain management, symptom relief, emotional support, spiritual care, and family counseling—all at home.

Admissions happen quickly. Many families start services the same day they call.