SILVER LININGS HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 6450 S QUEBEC STE 650 BLDG 5
CENTENNIAL, CO 80111 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- February 16, 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 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) | 4 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
10
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 SILVER LININGS 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how SILVER LININGS HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 9th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
17
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 day8 min
Ranks better than about 9% 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 weekends4.7%
Ranks better than about 13% 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 life81.8%
Ranks better than about 16% 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 visits59%
Ranks better than about 41% 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 care7.4%
Ranks better than about 43% 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 months37%
Ranks better than about 49% 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)87th 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$17,552 · 48th 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 8 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 26.7% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment96.6%
- Breathing difficulty screening100%
- Breathing difficulty treatment88%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed96.3%
- Visits in the last days of life26.7%
- All care steps completed88.9%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Dementia31%
- Heart and circulatory disease17%
- Other conditions31%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Silver Linings Hospice in Centennial
Silver Linings Hospice provides end-of-life care for families in Centennial, Colorado. They focus on comfort, dignity, and quality of life for patients facing a life-limiting illness. Choosing a hospice team is a deeply personal decision that affects your loved one's daily peace. This provider serves the Arapahoe County area from their office at 6450 S Quebec St. Their mission centers on supporting both the patient and the entire family unit during a difficult season. The team works hard to ensure symptoms stay managed while emotional needs get met. It is about making every day count. That is what matters most when time feels short.
About Silver Linings Hospice
Silver Linings Hospice is a for-profit provider that earned its Medicare certification on February 16, 2021. Being Medicare certified means they meet strict federal standards for safety and care. They have built a track record of service in the Centennial community over the past several years. When you look at for-profit hospice providers, it helps to know how they reinvest in their staff and equipment. You should feel free to ask them about their specific care philosophy during an initial meeting. The best providers will be open and honest about how they handle daily care plans. They want to be a partner in your journey. Transparency builds trust, and trust is the foundation of good hospice care.
Understanding Hospice Care in Centennial
Centennial families have access to several hospice options, but finding the right fit takes a little homework. Hospice is not just about the final days of life. It is a service that focuses on comfort when a cure is no longer the goal. Most people don't realize that hospice can happen at home, in a nursing facility, or at a dedicated center. Here is the thing—the goal remains the same everywhere. The team manages pain, provides emotional support, and helps the family handle the logistics of care. And because they serve the Arapahoe County area, they understand the local resources available to you. You are not meant to do this alone. Reach out and ask for help early on.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a partner for your loved one is a big deal. You need answers that give you peace of mind. Start by asking these questions when you speak with a provider:
- How quickly can a nurse get to my home if an emergency happens at night?
- What specific training does your team have for managing complex pain symptoms?
- How do you involve the family in the daily care planning process?
- Can you explain how your team provides emotional and spiritual support to us?
Take notes during your talks. It is easy to forget details when you are feeling stressed or tired. Listen to your gut feeling, too. You deserve a team that listens to your fears and answers with kindness.
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