In-Home Hospice Support in University of California-Davis, CA
A private caregiver alongside the hospice team: extra hours of comfort, personal care and company at home, and rest for the family. Post what you need in University of California-Davis for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Hospice Support in University of California-Davis, CA: the local picture
Medicare lists 32 hospices whose service area includes University of California-Davis ZIP codes, the nearest offices being Yolo Hospice in Davis (1.1 mi) and Absolute Compassion, LLC in Sacramento (13 mi).
0 University of California-Davis residents 65 or older live alone (— of those in households). Someone on hospice who lives alone usually needs added hours of help between the hospice team’s visits.
University of California-Davis compared with Yolo County and California
| Census figure | University of California-Davis | Yolo County | California |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 85 or older | 0.0% | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65 or older | 0.0% | 13% | 16% |
Older residents in towns around University of California-Davis
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Live alone (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davis, CA | 1.7 mi | 9,365 | 26% |
| Dixon, CA | 7.2 mi | 2,657 | 26% |
| Woodland, CA | 9.2 mi | 8,421 | 27% |
| West Sacramento, CA | 11 mi | 6,426 | 31% |
| Winters, CA | 12 mi | 1,093 | 22% |
| Sacramento, CA | 16 mi | 75,245 | 29% |
Hospices serving University of California-Davis
| Hospice | Office | Distance | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yolo Hospice | Davis, CA | 1.1 mi | (530) 758-5566 |
| Absolute Compassion, LLC | Sacramento, CA | 13 mi | (916) 399-5922 |
| Vitas Healthcare Corporation Of California | Sacramento, CA | 15 mi | (916) 925-7010 |
| Suncrest Hospice Sacramento, LLC | Sacramento, CA | 15 mi | (916) 928-0102 |
| Solano Care | Vacaville, CA | 16 mi | (707) 742-0774 |
| American River Hospice Services | Sacramento, CA | 18 mi | (916) 242-4600 |
Straight-line miles from the center of University of California-Davis. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a caregiver for hospice support can help with
- Comfort, company and a calm presence
- Gentle personal care and repositioning
- Small meals and fluids as the person wants
- Telling the hospice nurse about changes
What hospice support costs in University of California-Davis
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Hiring directly, you agree the rate with the caregiver and usually become the household employer (U.S. Department of Labor rules). Some families qualify for programs that pay for care at home; see How to get paid to care for a family member in California: IHSS, VA, Paid Family Leave.
What to know before hiring a caregiver for hospice support
Under Medicare, hospice is for someone whose doctors certify a life expectancy of six months or less and who chooses comfort care instead of treatment to cure the illness. Medicare does not cover room and board for hospice care at home (Medicare.gov).
Questions worth asking: Have you cared for someone at the end of life? How do you work with a hospice nurse? Can you sit overnight in the last days if needed? More in our hospice support guide.
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Hospice Support in University of California-Davis: common questions
How much does hospice support cost in University of California-Davis?
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Who qualifies for hospice under Medicare?
Someone whose hospice doctor (and regular doctor, if they have one) certifies a life expectancy of six months or less, and who accepts comfort care instead of curative treatment (Medicare.gov).
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Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year (small-place figures carry wide margins of error); CMS provider data (October 25, 2026); U.S. DOL state minimum wages (July 1, 2026); BLS OEWS May 2025 aide wages, which cover employed aides rather than private rates.
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