Fast Facts

Hospice is a philosophy and modality of care that focuses on comfort and quality of life, not a place where care is given.
As a religiously affiliated not-for-profit agency, Skirball Hospice never denies care because of an inability to pay.
Although we have unique capabilities to care for members of the Jewish community, Skirball Hospice treats patients and families of all faiths.
Skirball Hospice serves adults 18 years of age and over.
Skirball Hospice was founded in 2002 to serve residents of the Los Angeles Jewish Home and patients in the broader community.
Following a leadership gift from the Skirball family, the Jewish Home Hospice was renamed Skirball Hospice.
Each year Skirball cares for over 475 new patients, providing 27,000 days of care, 40% in private homes and 60% in residential facilities.
Our average length for a patient on service is just over 60 days.
Over 35% of our patients have a diagnosis of cancer, with the remaining patients having a full range of life-limiting illnesses.
Skirball Hospice serves bereaved family members and friends with 13 months of continuous grief support.
Skirball Hospice has over 50 volunteers who annually provide over 1,500 hours of service to our patients and families.