The Anointing of the Sick "is not a sacrament for those only who are at the point of death. Hence, as soon as anyone of the faithful begins to be in danger of death from sickness or old age, the fitting time for him to receive this sacrament has certainly already arrived."

Catechism of the Catholic Church -1514

For those who are able to come to Church
Anointing is available during Confession times or after Mass

For those in a hospital or care facility

Contact the facility's chaplain to request a local priest

For those at home in the Livermore/Pleasanton area

Contact St Michael Parish Office:925-447-1585

After Hours Emergency Last Rites:  925-425-8661

Questions you will be asked

Is the person in immediate danger of death?

Is the person conscious?

Where is the person (home, hospital, care facility)?

Who is the contact person and what is their relation to the person?

If in a care facility, do the staff members know a priest will be visiting?