Good Heart Hospice and Palliative Care

Overview of Good Heart Hospice and Palliative Care

Keep peace of mind in your later years with Good Heart Hospice and Palliative Care, a dependable community in Rancho Cucamonga, CA, that offers hospice care. Older adults receive the highest quality of care and support for their unique needs with a kind and highly trained team available around the clock. Promoting a nurturing and trusting environment, the community ensures older adults retain their independence and gain meaningful experiences.

With genuinely caring volunteers, the community strives to ease older adults’ loneliness. Nursing consultation, symptom management, and transportation services are also provided to meet older adults’ healthcare needs. For family members, relief services are also available to help them cope with the loss of a loved one. The community accepts Medicare and Medicaid, helping older adults and their families with financial challenges.

(909) 989-9988 info@goodhearthospice.com

Managed by Maya Mellina Thona

Director of Nurse, Administrator

Maya Mellina Thona, BSN, PHN, serves as the Director of Nurse and Administrator at Good Heart Hospice and Palliative Care. She leads the in-house hospice team, ensuring compassionate and comprehensive care for patients. Maya's role encompasses overseeing nursing operations and administration to support quality hospice services.

Walk Score: 62 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

AccreditationsAccredited by JCAHO

Respite Care

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Specific ProgramsNursing consultation, Coordination & symptom management, In-home hospice service, Personal care, Alzheimer’s/dementia support, Light housekeeping, Meal preparation, Transportation/accompaniment

Operating HoursAvailable 24/7

Types of Care at Good Heart Hospice and Palliative Care

Hospice Care Home Care Memory Care

3.1 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Rancho Cucamonga's city center to Good Heart Hospice and Palliative Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+

General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits

In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+

General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.

Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits

Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+

General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.

Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits

Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+

General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.

Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually

Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits

Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled

General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.

Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits

Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age —

General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.

Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.

Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits

Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

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Good Heart Hospice and Palliative Care	HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Rancho Cucamonga	-	No	62	-	-
Alta Hospice Of California	HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.	San Bernardino (Sbhs)	-	No	77	-	-
Amalfi Hospice Care, Inc.	HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.	San Bernardino (Show Place)	-	No	45	A+	-
Legacy Hospice and Palliative Care	HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.	Chino	-	No	71	A+	-

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Is Good Heart Hospice and Palliative Care in a walkable area?

Good Heart Hospice and Palliative Care has a walk score of 62. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the address of Good Heart Hospice and Palliative Care?

Good Heart Hospice and Palliative Care is located at 8237 Rochester Ave #115, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730.

What is the phone number of Good Heart Hospice and Palliative Care?

(909) 989-9988 will put you in contact with the team at Good Heart Hospice and Palliative Care.

Is Good Heart Hospice and Palliative Care Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Good Heart Hospice and Palliative Care is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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