LIVING WATERS HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 22300 VAN BUREN BLVD SUITE 102
RIVERSIDE, CA 92518 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- July 8, 2015
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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 May 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) | 0 |
| 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 LIVING WATERS HOSPICE 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 2018.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how LIVING WATERS HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
21.2 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 96th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
63
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 day21.2 min
Ranks better than about 96% 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 weekends10.1%
Ranks better than about 70% 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 life98.2%
Ranks better than about 87% 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 visits20.8%
Ranks better than about 88% 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 care6.6%
Ranks better than about 49% 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 months44.6%
Ranks better than about 29% 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 care7.4%
Ranks better than about 48% 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 hospice2.5%
Ranks better than about 31% 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)74th 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$17,744 · 49th 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 9 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 51.3% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.7%
- Pain assessment92.2%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.8%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids93.4%
- Visits in the last days of life51.3%
- All care steps completed95%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer18%
- Dementia25%
- Heart and circulatory disease17%
- Lung and respiratory disease11%
- Stroke17%
- Other conditions13%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Compassionate Care in Riverside
Living Waters Hospice serves families across Riverside, California. They provide end-of-life care focused on comfort and support. Their team works out of their office on Van Buren Boulevard to help patients stay peaceful at home. Hospice is not just about medical help. It is about making every day count for those you love most. The team here steps in to manage pain and provide emotional guidance. That is a big deal when you are facing a difficult health journey. They aim to keep your family close during these precious moments.
About LIVING WATERS HOSPICE
Living Waters Hospice is a for-profit provider. They first earned their Medicare certification on July 8, 2015. This means they have been serving the Riverside area for nearly a decade. Being Medicare-certified is a baseline for quality, but you should look deeper. The thing is, every hospice operates a bit differently. Some focus on specific types of care or religious support. You should always ask about their specific staff mix and how they handle after-hours calls. Understanding their history helps you feel more secure in your choice. It is your right to ask these questions before you sign any paperwork. We want you to feel confident in the care your family member receives every single day.
Quality Ratings Snapshot
Understanding Hospice Care in RIVERSIDE
Riverside is a large, busy community with many hospice options. Choosing the right one takes time. Most providers here offer visits from nurses, aides, and social workers. Some also provide spiritual care or volunteers who sit with patients. The goal is always to keep the patient in their own bed, surrounded by familiar things. But finding the right match is about more than just location. You want a team that shares your family's values and communication style. Some agencies are small and intimate. Others are part of larger, national networks. Either way, you should see how they respond to your first call. Do they listen? Do they answer your questions with patience? That tells you a lot about how they will treat you later on.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Talking to a new provider can feel heavy. Here are a few simple questions to help you find the right fit. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home in an emergency. You need to know that help is there when you need it most. Second, ask how they handle pain management during the night or on weekends. Will you talk to a real person or a machine? Third, ask how they help families cope with the stress of caregiving. You are part of the care team, too. And finally, ask about their specific experience with your loved one's condition. Getting clear answers now will save you a lot of worry later. Take your time. You deserve to feel comfortable with the people entering your home.
Preserve Your Family Stories
This time is hard, but it is also a chance to hold onto the stories that define your family. We can help you record and save these memories for your children and grandchildren to enjoy for years to come.
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