TOUCH OF LOVE HOSPICE CARE, INC.
Provider Information
- Address
- 10231 SLATER AVE
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- September 12, 2022
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CMS Quality Ratings
Composite score combining quality measures and patient survey results.
Based on the CMS Hospice Care Index — 10 operational quality indicators including visits near death, nursing minutes, and care transitions.
CAHPS Hospice Survey — family caregivers rate communication, symptom management, respect, and overall experience.
Quality of Care derived from CMS Hospice Care Index. Patient Satisfaction from the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey. Overall is the equally-weighted average of both. All source data published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Staffing & Capacity
| Role | Staff Count |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 1 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
1
Total Employees
Staffing data as reported to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Inpatient Care and Medical Equipment
Hospices report these services to Medicare when they are certified. This is what TOUCH OF LOVE HOSPICE CARE, INC. reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Arranged through another hospital or nursing home
- Type of inpatient care
- Both general inpatient care and respite care
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Brought in through an outside supplier
Short stays in a hospice inpatient unit, hospital, or nursing home for pain or symptoms that cannot be managed where the patient lives, or to give family caregivers a break.
Equipment and supplies tied to the terminal illness and the plan of care, such as a hospital bed, oxygen, wound supplies, or a wheelchair.
Medicare lets hospices provide these services through arrangements with other organizations. Either way, the hospice stays responsible for the covered care in the patient’s plan of care.
Reported by this hospice to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services when it was certified in 2022.
Touch of Love Hospice Care in Fountain Valley
Touch of Love Hospice Care, Inc. is a hospice provider serving families in Fountain Valley, California. They became Medicare certified on September 12, 2022. The agency operates as a freestanding hospice in Orange County. They hold accreditation from the Community Health Accreditation Partner, also known as CHAP. This shows they meet specific industry standards for care. Their team includes one registered nurse to help manage patient needs. It is a small team focused on providing hospice services to the local community. They are a for-profit organization. Finding the right care is important for your loved one. This agency is one of the options available for those living in the 92708 area code. You can reach their office directly by phone at (657) 464-9070 if you have questions about their specific services or availability.
About Touch of Love Hospice Care, Inc.
This agency operates as a for-profit provider. They have been certified by Medicare since late 2022. Accreditation matters when you choose a provider. Touch of Love Hospice Care, Inc. is accredited by CHAP. This group is an independent body. They check that a hospice follows high standards for safety and care. Having this stamp of approval means an outside group reviewed their policies. It confirms they stick to rules set by the government and the industry. The agency reports one registered nurse on staff. They do not currently list any volunteers. Families should know that hospice care is about comfort during a serious illness. You should ask about how their small team provides support during evenings or weekends. Understanding their staffing model helps you plan for the care your family needs. It is a simple way to get the facts before you decide on a partner for end of life care.
What Is Hospice Care Like in Fountain Valley?
Hospice care in Orange County follows standard federal rules for comfort and symptom relief. Most agencies provide a team to visit the patient at home. This team usually includes nurses, aides, and social workers. At Touch of Love Hospice Care, Inc., the current staff count is one registered nurse. You might wonder how a small team handles all patient needs. They likely coordinate with other local health resources to fill gaps. That is how many smaller agencies manage care. The goal is to keep the patient in their own home. It allows families to stay together in a familiar space. You should check if their nurse can visit your home on a regular schedule. Ask how they handle emergencies after business hours. Getting these details helps you feel ready. Local hospice providers must follow strict Medicare rules to keep their certification. This ensures a baseline of care for every person they serve in California.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice is a big decision for any family. You need to feel comfortable with the staff. Start by asking how their team handles pain management. It is their most important job. Ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an urgent issue happens at night. You should also ask about their experience with your specific diagnosis. Some agencies focus on certain health conditions more than others. Another good question is how they support family members with grief. Do they offer counseling or phone check-ins after a loss? Ask how they handle communication between the hospice team and your regular doctor. You want everyone to be on the same page. Does the agency use volunteers? If so, what do those volunteers do to help? Write these answers down. Compare them across the agencies you are considering. You deserve to have clear answers before you start care.
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