About Acacia
Caring for someone at home should feel clear, steady, and human. At Acacia, your goals lead the plan while our physician-guided team brings practical help, symptom relief, and honest guidance. We provide Home Health, Palliative Care, and Hospice Care across Southern California with one promise at the center: patient first care guided by honesty and transparency and delivered with an Acacia Heart. We focus on what matters today and coordinate the next right step so comfort and confidence grow with every visit.
We partner with your physicians, tailor services to your goals, and make things happen so relief does not wait. From the first call to the final visit, you can expect clear communication, practical help at home, and steady guidance for the people you love.
Who We Are
Acacia is a physician-led, interdisciplinary team of nurses, therapists, social workers, chaplains, aides, and care coordinators. We bring skilled clinical care and everyday support to the place you call home, or to a facility when needed. Our approach is coordinated, respectful, and results oriented so you feel safer, better informed, and more in control.
Meet the Executives
"A Word From our CEO"
"For more than 15 years, Acacia Health has been a trusted and respected name in home health, hospice, and palliative care. Our consecutive 5-Star Medicare ratings and strong partnerships with leading hospitals across Los Angeles, Orange County, and beyond demonstrate our unwavering commitment to quality and innovation.
We believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people. That’s why we invest in our team, creating a culture where happy, empowered employees deliver outstanding results and patient satisfaction. Our recognition as a Great Place to Work year after year is proof that when we care for our people, they care better for yours.
At Acacia, we lead with compassion and a patient-first mindset. Guided by servant leadership, we listen, adapt, and continuously raise the bar to meet the needs of patients, families, and communities. With multiple service lines and fully customized care plans, we ensure every patient receives the care they deserve.
You have many choices, but there is only one Acacia: where heart, integrity, and innovation come together to make a difference."
- Alex Agazaryan
Alex Agazaryan
CEO & Founder
Douglas B. Cannon
Chief Financial Officer
Joseph Allen
Chief Operating Officer
Daniel Repchian, JD
Chief Compliance Officer
Alex Agazaryan founded Acacia Health to deliver exceptional home health, hospice, and palliative care across Southern California. After earning his Biology degree from California State University, Northridge, Alex launched Acacia Home Health in 2010 with a single referral. His hands-on leadership and commitment to quality earned consistent 5-star Medicare ratings and partnerships with leading hospitals and skilled nursing facilities.
Under his guidance, Acacia expanded into hospice and palliative care, achieving top national ratings and Joint Commission accreditation. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Acacia partnered with UCI Medical Center on its innovative Hospital at Home model, becoming the only standalone home health agency in California to reach this milestone. Today, Alex focuses on strategic growth, culture, and innovation, integrating remote monitoring and AI-powered tools while anchoring Acacia’s values in compassion, teamwork, integrity, growth, and action. With over 200 professionals, Acacia continues to set the standard for high-acuity, patient-centered care.
Douglas “Doug” Cannon is a seasoned healthcare finance executive with over 20 years of experience guiding multi-site and specialty healthcare organizations. His expertise spans hospice and palliative care, home health, dermatology, and vision care, with a proven track record of building strong financial infrastructures and driving strategic growth.
As CFO of Acacia Health, Doug oversees all financial operations and leads mergers and acquisitions from initial evaluation through integration. His disciplined fiscal management and strategic foresight have been instrumental in strengthening Acacia’s financial position and supporting its expansion.
Based in Southern California and an alumnus of Southern Methodist University, Doug remains committed to advancing the financial health of organizations that care for people across all stages of life.
Joseph Allen is a seasoned healthcare executive with over 25 years of leadership experience, including 13 years in home-based care. A Southern California native and UC Riverside graduate, he previously served as Murrieta’s youngest Transportation and Traffic Commissioner and as a Reserve Intelligence Officer in the U.S. Navy following 9/11.
As COO of Acacia Health, Joseph drives operational strategy and growth across Southern California, guided by Acacia’s core values: compassion, integrity, teamwork, growth, and action. His commitment to scalable, ethical, and patient-centered care continues to shape Acacia’s success.
Daniel Repchian brings over five years of specialized experience in hospice, home health, and palliative care compliance. With a strong legal foundation, he leads Acacia Health’s compliance program, regulatory affairs, human resources, contracts, and quality assurance initiatives ensuring every process meets or exceeds federal and state standards while fostering a culture of ethics and patient-centered care.
Daniel began his career in elder law and healthcare litigation, advocating for vulnerable populations. He holds a Juris Doctor from Southwestern Law School and a BA in Philosophy and Law & Society from UC Riverside, where he earned academic honors and leadership roles. A Southern California native, Daniel remains active in his community and enjoys time with his wife, two children, and extended family.
Our Mission, Vision, And Core Values
Mission“Providing superior quality services to patients and the ultimate support to family members through the transitions of healthcare. Acacia’s team members are passionate about taking a patient-first approach every time. Our interdisciplinary teams take great pride in preventing re-institutionalization while keeping patients comfortable in their home settings. Our strong leaders also take a patient-centered approach with community partners & hospitals to achieve one common goal – ‘Excellent Patient Care’.”
How We Work (Our Core Values)
Patient First
Your goals and values guide every plan.
Acacia Heart
Compassion you can feel in every interaction.
Honesty & Transparency
Clear explanations and plain-language guidance.
Make Things Happen
Fast responses, practical solutions, and timely follow-through.
Results Oriented
Measurable comfort, safety, and quality outcomes.
In This Together
Teamwork with your loved ones, clinicians, and community partners.
What Families Can Expect
- Clear Communication: Plain-language explanations, visit summaries, and direct numbers for 24-hour clinical phone support.
- Fast Coordination: Same-day requests whenever possible for medications, equipment, and schedule changes.
- Caregiver Teaching: Short, practical lessons that make daily care safer and more manageable.
- Respect & Privacy: Care that honors your culture, beliefs, and choices.
How We Select And Train Our Team
Families feel the difference because of who we hire. We look for people who live our core values every day Patient First, Acacia Heart, Honesty and Transparency, Make Things Happen, Results Oriented, In This Together and we provide structured onboarding, skills validation, and ongoing education in symptom management, safety, cultural humility, and communication.
How We Care
- Physician-Led, Team-Based Care – A medical director oversees your plan of care with regular case reviews. Nurses manage pain and symptoms, therapists build strength and safety, social workers solve practical problems, chaplains honor beliefs, and aides support daily routines.
- Clear Communication – You receive direct numbers for 24-hour clinical phone support, visit summaries, and easy next steps so everyone stays aligned.
- Equipment, Medications, And Supplies – When covered, we arrange authorizations and delivery and then teach safe use at home.
- Care That Meets You Where You Are – Services are available at home, in assisted living, in skilled nursing facilities, and in hospitals in coordination with your physicians.
Leadership & Clinical Oversight
Our Hospice Medical Director and clinical leaders guide care planning, review cases, and coordinate with your attending physicians. This physician oversight keeps decisions timely, aligns treatments with your goals, and supports smooth transitions between services.
Quality You Can Feel
Families choose Acacia for clinical excellence paired with genuine kindness. You will notice skilled symptom control, practical caregiver teaching, proactive prevention of avoidable hospital trips when possible, and a respectful presence that keeps daily life calmer and safer.
Service Areas
We care for families across Orange County, Riverside County, San Bernardino County, and Los Angeles County, including Irvine, Anaheim, Santa Ana, Riverside, San Bernardino, Los Angeles, and nearby areas.
Locations:
Irvine Office:
17780 Fitch #201,
Irvine, CA 92614
Phone:
Palm Desert Office:
75108 Gerald Ford Dr #3,
Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Join Our Team Of Volunteers
Acacia volunteers range from age 16 to 70+, come from all walks of life, and visit as close to home as they like. Many tell us it was easier to start than they expected and deeply fulfilling. If you have wanted to volunteer but never found the time, consider starting now every visit makes a real difference.
Speak With Our Care Team
Call (800) 993-9391. Ask how Home Health, Palliative Care, or Hospice Care can support your goals today.
