ASSISTED HOME HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 4450 WESTINGHOUSE STREET, SUITE #103
VENTURA, CA 93003 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- October 10, 2000
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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) | 29 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 11 |
| Physicians | 4 |
| Volunteers | 9 |
82
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 ASSISTED HOME 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
- Respite care (up to five days at a time, to give family caregivers a break)
- 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 ASSISTED HOME HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
16.9 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 87th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
162
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 day16.9 min
Ranks better than about 87% 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 weekends6.2%
Ranks better than about 29% 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 life96.4%
Ranks better than about 74% 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 visits20.6%
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 care9.8%
Ranks better than about 27% 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 months43.3%
Ranks better than about 32% 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 care4.2%
Ranks better than about 66% 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 hospice1.9%
Ranks better than about 39% 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)52nd 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$24,426 · 80th 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 71.5% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.5%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life71.5%
- All care steps completed99.5%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer25%
- Dementia22%
- Heart and circulatory disease25%
- Lung and respiratory disease4%
- Stroke9%
- Other conditions16%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About ASSISTED HOME HOSPICE
ASSISTED HOME HOSPICE provides end of life care services to families in Ventura, California. They offer support for patients and their loved ones from their office on Westinghouse Street. The team is a freestanding hospice provider that has served the community since the fall of 2000. They focus on comfort and symptom relief for those with limited life expectancy. Choosing a provider is a major step. Having a local team can make a difference in how quickly care starts. They are a for-profit group that reports to Medicare. Their long history of service means they have deep roots in the local medical community. This experience helps them coordinate care with local doctors and hospitals. Families often look for this type of longevity when selecting a partner. It shows a stable history of service in the Ventura area.
Provider Details
This hospice operates as a freestanding facility in Ventura. They have a team of 82 staff members who work with patients. This group includes 29 registered nurses and 11 licensed practical nurses. These nurses provide the bulk of daily clinical care. They also have 4 physicians on their roster. A group of 9 volunteers helps round out the support services. These volunteers offer extra comfort and companionship to patients. Medicare certified them back in 2000. This certification means they follow federal rules for quality and safety. They must meet these standards to keep their status. Families should know that Medicare checks these providers often to ensure care remains safe. This oversight provides a layer of protection for patients. It is a standard part of how hospice care works across the country.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in VENTURA?
Hospice care in Ventura focuses on keeping patients comfortable in their own homes. The goal is to manage pain and improve quality of life. A hospice team creates a plan that meets the specific needs of each patient. This plan changes as the patient needs change. The team at ASSISTED HOME HOSPICE includes nurses, doctors, and volunteers. They work together to support the patient and their family. Nurses visit the home to handle medical tasks and monitor symptoms. Doctors oversee the clinical side of the care plan. Volunteers can sit with patients or help with small tasks. This team approach is a standard part of hospice care in California. It allows families to stay together in a familiar setting. Most people prefer this over being in a hospital. The care is about living well for as long as possible.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should talk to a few providers before you make a final choice. Ask them how quickly they can start care once the doctor signs the order. It is also good to ask about their nurse-to-patient ratio. You want to know if they have enough staff to visit when you need them. Ask how they handle emergencies after business hours or on weekends. Will a nurse be available to answer your call at midnight? You should also ask about the types of support they offer for family members. Do they provide grief counseling or other resources? Finally, ask how they coordinate with the patient's primary doctor. Good communication between the hospice team and the regular doctor is a big deal. Make sure you feel comfortable with the answers they give you.
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