Everyone faces mortality at some point in their lives, whether it’s their own death or that of a loved one. For over 30 years, Hospice of San Luis Obispo County has provided in-home assistance and companionship, grief counseling, group support, crisis intervention, and wellness education—all at no cost.

Our Mission

Hospice of San Luis Obispo County, supports the community in coping with loss and promoting healing by providing free counseling, community education and volunteer support to those grieving a death or dealing with potential end of life issues.

Our Focus

Hospice of San Luis Obispo County is an incorporated non-profit 501 (c) (3) agency with offices located in San Luis Obispo and Paso Robles. Governed by a nine member Board of Directors, Hospice has been providing uninterrupted services since 1977 and continues to rely 100% on community donations, fund raising events, grants and bequests.

Using this community financial support and volunteer support programs, Hospice of San Luis Obispo County supports individuals and families who are facing life-threatening illness. Eligible individuals include and are not limited to patients of home health agencies, residents of skilled nursing facilities and retirement communities, in-home clients, and to bereaved families. Empathic volunteer support programs include in-home respite care; a bereavement program; a supportive music program; community education, training and resource center; and a children’s program.

History and Philosophy of Volunteer Hospices in the Unted States
Invaluable Lifeline to Grieving and Dying Residents of San Luis Obispo County

Summary of Standards as a Volunteer Hospice
Our Volunteer Hospice Status