CARING AND WELLNESS HOSPICE CARE, INC.
Provider Information
- Address
- 1112 1/2 N PACIFIC AVE
GLENDALE, CA 91202 - Medicare Certified Since
- September 2, 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.
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 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
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 CARING AND WELLNESS 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.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how CARING AND WELLNESS HOSPICE CARE, INC. compares to hospices nationwide.
16 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 82nd percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
43
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.
- Nurse care minutes per home care day16 min
Ranks better than about 82% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The average minutes of nursing care per day for patients getting routine care at home, based on Medicare claims. More nurse time usually means more hands-on support.
- Skilled nursing on weekends14.4%
Ranks better than about 87% 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 life93.8%
Ranks better than about 52% 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 visits51.6%
Ranks better than about 52% 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 care5.4%
Ranks better than about 57% 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 months29.7%
Ranks better than about 70% 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 care2.7%
Ranks better than about 74% 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 hospice5.4%
Ranks better than about 9% 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)83rd 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$32,507 · 94th 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 7 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 79.4% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment87.5%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment89.1%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- All care steps completed79.4%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer12%
- Dementia29%
- Heart and circulatory disease31%
- Lung and respiratory disease10%
- Other conditions13%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Caring and Wellness Hospice Care, Inc.
Caring and Wellness Hospice Care, Inc. serves families in Glendale, California. This provider offers end-of-life support to those living in Los Angeles County. They have been certified by Medicare since September 2022. This team holds accreditation from CHAP. That group checks to make sure the provider meets high standards for safety and care. They act as a freestanding hospice agency for the local community.
About Caring and Wellness Hospice Care, Inc.
This agency operates as a for-profit provider. They have been active in the Medicare system for several years. Accreditation from CHAP serves as a mark of quality for patients. This group sends experts to visit the office and review their daily work. They check if the team follows strict rules for patient safety and medical records. It shows the agency wants an outside group to verify their work. You should know that this provider maintains a small team. They currently have three staff members. This includes one registered nurse and one licensed practical nurse. They do not use volunteers at this time. Families should look at these details to see if the team size fits their specific needs. It is helpful to see how a provider manages their resources every day.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in Glendale?
Glendale has many options for families who need hospice support. Most agencies in this part of Los Angeles County offer visits to your own home. They focus on pain management and comfort for the patient. The team often includes a nurse and a social worker. This agency specifically lists one registered nurse and one licensed practical nurse on their team. They work together to handle medical needs and daily comfort. Some agencies might offer more staff. But small teams can sometimes provide more personal attention. You should call and ask how they handle after-hours calls in your neighborhood. Getting clear answers helps you feel more ready. The goal is to keep the patient calm and supported in their own home. That is what matters most for the family.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Start by asking how quickly a nurse can reach your home during an emergency. You should also ask how they manage pain when symptoms change fast. It is good to know who will be the main person you talk to for questions. Ask if they have staff available on nights and weekends. You want to be sure you have support when you need it most. Ask how they help the family with grief support after a loss. These questions help you see if the agency fits your family values. Take your time to get the right answers. You deserve to feel good about the choice you make for your loved one.
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