HARBOR GRACE HOSPICE, INC
Provider Information
- Address
- 500 LANIER AVENUE WEST, SUITE 401
FAYETTEVILLE, GA 30214 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- September 12, 2005
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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) | 25 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 6 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 4 |
72
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 HARBOR GRACE HOSPICE, INC reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Provided directly by this hospice
- 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 HARBOR GRACE HOSPICE, INC compares to hospices nationwide.
34
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 weekends18%
Ranks better than about 92% 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 life91.1%
Ranks better than about 36% 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 visits86.8%
Ranks better than about 7% 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 care37.8%
Ranks better than about 1% 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 months11.1%
Ranks better than about 95% 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 care6.7%
Ranks better than about 52% 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 hospice2.2%
Ranks better than about 35% 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)100th 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$7,935 · 5th 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 29.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening90.2%
- Pain assessment86.3%
- Breathing difficulty screening98.4%
- Breathing difficulty treatment100%
- Treatment preferences discussed98%
- Beliefs and values discussed97.6%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids99.2%
- Visits in the last days of life29.8%
- All care steps completed83.9%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer28%
- Dementia7%
- Heart and circulatory disease8%
- Lung and respiratory disease10%
- Stroke21%
- Other conditions27%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Serving Families in Fayette County
Harbor Grace Hospice, Inc provides end-of-life care for patients in Fayetteville, Georgia. They operate out of their office on Lanier Avenue West. Their team focuses on comfort and support for patients facing serious illness. Choosing the right hospice is a major decision for any family. You want a team that feels like an extension of your own family. Harbor Grace Hospice has been serving this community for many years. They aim to provide peace of mind during a very difficult time. It is about making every day count for the patient and their loved ones. If you live in the Fayetteville area, they are a local option to consider for specialized care.
About HARBOR GRACE HOSPICE, INC
This provider is a for-profit hospice agency. They have been Medicare certified since September 12, 2005. That is nearly two decades of experience in the field. Being certified means they meet specific federal standards for care. It also means they can accept Medicare benefits for eligible patients. For-profit status simply means they operate under a business model, but they must still follow strict quality rules. You should feel free to ask them about their specific team structure. Ask how they manage pain and who will visit your home. The thing is, every hospice agency has a different culture. A quick phone call to (678) 962-5850 can help you gauge if they are a good fit. Trust your gut when you speak with them.
High Quality Ratings
Understanding Hospice Care in FAYETTEVILLE
Fayetteville residents have several choices for hospice care. The goal of all these teams is the same. They want to manage pain and improve quality of life. Most care happens right in the patient's own home. This could be a house, an apartment, or a nursing facility. So, the environment remains familiar and comfortable. Hospice is not about giving up. It is about choosing a different path that focuses on comfort rather than a cure. You might be surprised to learn that many people wait too long to call. Starting care early allows the team to build a real relationship with the patient. That makes a big difference in how the final months feel. Don't wait until things reach a crisis point to ask for help.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
It can feel hard to know what to ask when you are tired and stressed. Start with these simple questions to get the information you need. First, ask how quickly they can get someone to your home in an emergency. You need to know that help is just a phone call away. Second, ask how they handle pain management and symptoms during the night or on weekends. Consistency is key. Third, ask about their staff turnover. A team that stays together often works better for the patient. Finally, ask if they provide spiritual or emotional support for the family. Hospice is not just for the patient. It is for everyone involved in the care journey. Take notes so you don't forget the answers later.
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