ANGELS PROTECTION HOSPICE, INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 1616 VICTORY BLVD SUITE 103
GLENDALE, CA 91201 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- March 26, 2021
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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.
CMS scores as of August 2026. 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 | 1 |
3
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 ANGELS PROTECTION HOSPICE, 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how ANGELS PROTECTION HOSPICE, INC compares to hospices nationwide.
4
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
How this hospice compares nationally
Bars show national standing on measures from the CMS Hospice Care Index. A fuller bar means this hospice does better than more of the hospices CMS tracks.
- Skilled nursing on weekends1.4%
Ranks better than about 1% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of skilled nursing time delivered on Saturdays and Sundays. Symptoms do not wait for weekdays, so weekend coverage matters.
- Nurse visits in the last days of life100%
Ranks better than about 99% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who got nurse visits in their final days of life. This is when families tend to need the most support.
- Gaps in nursing visits50%
Ranks better than about 54% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
How often patients went more than a week without a nursing visit. Fewer gaps mean steadier attention.
- Patients discharged alive early in care0%
Ranks better than about 81% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice alive within the first week of care. A rate of 0% means it did not happen to any of their patients.
- Patients discharged alive after 6 months45.5%
Ranks better than about 26% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients discharged alive after six months or more in hospice care.
- Hospital transfers near the end of care0%
Ranks better than about 81% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice, spent time in the hospital, then came back to hospice.
- Hospital stays that interrupt hospice0%
Ranks better than about 55% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice, went to the hospital, and died there soon after.
- Days at higher levels of care (CHC or GIP)81st percentile
What this measures
The share of care days delivered at higher levels, such as continuous home care or inpatient care. Shown only as a national rank because small percentages round to zero.
- Medicare spending per patient$34,375 · 95th percentile
What this measures
What Medicare paid per patient for this hospice's care. Higher or lower spending is not a quality judgment by itself.
Care steps completed at admissionShow detailsMedicare tracked 5 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 88% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Breathing difficulty screening96%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- All care steps completed88%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About Angels Protection Hospice
Angels Protection Hospice, Inc operates out of Glendale, California. This provider offers end-of-life care services to people in the Los Angeles area. They have served the community since 2021. The agency holds accreditation from CHAP. This means an outside group checked their work to ensure they meet high standards. Families often look for this type of third-party review when they need extra peace of mind. They provide care for patients in their homes or other living settings.
About Angels Protection Hospice, Inc
This agency is a for-profit hospice provider. They earned their Medicare certification in early 2021. Being Medicare certified is a big step for any health agency. It shows they follow federal rules for patient safety and care quality. The CHAP accreditation adds another layer of oversight to their daily work. These groups visit the office to watch how they run their programs. They check if the staff follows proper medical charts and safety plans. A high level of outside review helps families feel secure about the care their loved ones will get. The team includes three employees. This small group works to meet the needs of those under their care. They focus on providing support that fits each person's unique situation.
What Is Hospice Care Like in GLENDALE?
Hospice care in Glendale focuses on comfort when a cure is no longer the goal. The team helps manage pain and other symptoms at home. You will find a mix of agencies in the Los Angeles region. Some are large and others are small. Angels Protection Hospice, Inc keeps a small team to provide direct attention. Their staff includes one registered nurse and one volunteer. This small team structure allows for a personal touch with patients. Nurses handle the medical needs like medicine and symptom control. Volunteers can offer companionship or help with small tasks around the house. The goal is to keep the patient comfortable in their own space. It is all about the quality of time left. Everyone works together to support the patient and their family members throughout the process.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking the right team takes time. You should ask questions that help you understand how they work. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can come to the home if a problem happens at night. Ask how they handle pain management for their patients. It is also good to know how often a volunteer will visit. Ask about their backup plans if your main nurse is away. You want to know who is on call on weekends. Do they have experience with specific illnesses your loved one faces? These answers give you a clearer picture of their daily service. Take notes during each talk so you can compare your options later. You deserve to feel good about the choice you make for your family.
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