AMA Hospice, Inc.

08/29/2025

🌼 Happy Labor Day Weekend from All of Us at AMA Hospice! 🌼

As we head into the long weekend, we want to take a moment to recognize and honor the dedication, compassion, and hard work of caregivers, healthcare workers, and everyone who makes a difference in the lives of others every single day.

To our amazing staff, volunteers, and the families we serve-thank you for the heart and care you bring to everything you do. 💙

Wishing everyone a peaceful, safe, and restorative Labor Day Weekend!

With gratitude,
The AMA Hospice Team

08/23/2025

08/21/2025

🔥 EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING IN LOS ANGELES COUNTY 🔥

Attention seniors and caregivers: The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for LA County. Temperatures are expected to soar dangerously high over the next few days. 🌡️

👉 Stay safe with these tips:

Stay indoors in air-conditioned places as much as possible

Drink plenty of water — even if you don’t feel thirsty

Avoid outdoor activities during peak heat hours (10 AM – 6 PM)

Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing

Check in on elderly neighbors and loved ones

Cooling centers are available across the county. 📍 To find the nearest one, call 2-1-1 or visit https://ready.lacounty.gov/heat

Please take this warning seriously and take care of yourself and others. Share this with anyone who may be at risk. ❤️

Excessive heat is defined as a long period of high temperatures and conditions that result in an increased risk to health and safety, especially for populations who are particularly vulnerable. In excessive heat, evaporation is slowed and the human body must work extra hard to maintain a normal temp...

07/30/2025

Attention California drivers 70 and older! Renewing your license just got easier.

Drivers 70+ no longer have to take a knowledge exam. You will still need to take a vision test and a 📸 at the DMV, but you can speed up that in-person visit by starting your renewal online.

Get back on the road quickly 🚘 http://spr.ly/6188fKIAe

07/26/2025

🎉 Today marks National Disability Independence Day—the anniversary of the ADA and a reminder of what true independence means: access, voice, and dignity.

It’s not just about celebration—it’s about continuing the work.

Equity. Visibility. Belonging.

07/26/2025

Well said: “When we avoid this discussion, we rob ourselves of one of life's most clarifying forces - and that's the awareness that our time is finite.”

Is Advance Directive of the Year a thing? 🤔 Asking for a friend... 🤭
TIME Magazine featured Five Wishes president Paul Malley in its piece on end-of-life planning. We're proud of our almost 30-year history and the impact we've had on over 43 million Americans. Shout out to Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider of who also gave great insights.

07/25/2025

Interesting: “Over the next decade, the number of people 85 years old and older living in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties will jump by more than 72%.”

The recent article highlights a growing reality many families are facing.

Have questions? When you call AMA Hospice, you can speak directly with an experienced Registered Nurse who understands the care, comfort, and clarity you need during difficult time.

https://www.alzoc.org/in-the-news-southern-californias-quiet-eldercare-crisis-is-about-to-get-loud/

Southern California’s 85+ population is surging. Alzheimer’s OC CEO Jim McAleer shares insights on the urgent need to prepare.

07/19/2025

Good reminders

07/13/2025

New to Medicare? Your Initial Enrollment Period generally starts 3 months before you turn 65, includes the month you turn 65, and ends 3 months after you turn 65. If you don’t enroll in Medicare when you’re first eligible, you may have to pay a late enrollment penalty. https://go.medicare.gov/3FqDMVw

07/04/2025

Happy 4th of July!

06/22/2025

"Looking for health insurance? Make sure that’s what you’re really getting. Some dishonest marketers make it sound like they’re selling health insurance - when you’re really just getting a discount plan. Here’s what to know."

Looking for health insurance? Make sure that’s what you’re really getting.