JOURNEYCARE - BARRINGTON
Provider Information
- Address
- 405 LAKE ZURICH ROAD
BARRINGTON, IL 60010 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- March 1, 1989
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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) | 267 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 29 |
| Physicians | 13 |
1019
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 JOURNEYCARE - BARRINGTON reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Both provided directly and arranged with other facilities
- 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 2017.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how JOURNEYCARE - BARRINGTON compares to hospices nationwide.
12.7 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 55th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
408
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 day12.7 min
Ranks better than about 55% 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 weekends6.5%
Ranks better than about 32% 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 life92.5%
Ranks better than about 43% 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 visits61%
Ranks better than about 38% 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 care13.1%
Ranks better than about 13% 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 months29.5%
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 care6%
Ranks better than about 56% 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 hospice1.5%
Ranks better than about 44% 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)96th 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$12,396 · 20th 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 52.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.9%
- 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 life52.8%
- All care steps completed99.9%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer29%
- Dementia22%
- Heart and circulatory disease12%
- Lung and respiratory disease9%
- Stroke16%
- Other conditions13%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Care at JOURNEYCARE - BARRINGTON
Families in Barrington, Illinois, have access to compassionate end-of-life care through JourneyCare. This provider offers specialized hospice services right in your local community. Their team focuses on comfort and dignity during a very difficult time. It is about helping your loved one live as fully as possible. They serve the Cook County area with a dedicated team of professionals. Choosing the right support changes everything. You want a group that listens to your needs and respects your wishes. That is what this team aims to do every single day. They provide medical, emotional, and spiritual support to patients and their loved ones. If you are in the Barrington area, this is one option to consider for your family's care journey. It matters to find a partner you can trust when it counts the most.
About JOURNEYCARE - BARRINGTON
JourneyCare operates as a non-profit organization in Barrington. Being non-profit often means their main goal is patient care rather than profit. They have been Medicare certified since March 1, 1989. That is over three decades of experience. That is a big deal. Longevity usually points to a stable team with deep roots in the community. When you look at providers, check how long they have been around. It shows they know the local systems and how to help families best. You should know that they meet federal standards for quality and safety. Medicare certification means they follow strict rules to keep patients safe. They provide care in homes, nursing facilities, or hospitals. It is important to ask how they tailor their care to your specific situation. They are there to walk beside you, not just provide medical charts.
Quality Performance
Understanding Hospice Care in BARRINGTON
Hospice care in Cook County is about more than just medicine. It is a philosophy of care for the whole person. When a doctor says a cure is no longer the goal, hospice steps in. The focus shifts to pain management and emotional peace. In Barrington, families have several ways to get this support. Some choose home care to keep things familiar. Others look at inpatient units for higher levels of medical attention. The thing is, hospice is not about giving up. It is about choosing a different way to live. It is about making every moment count with the people you love. Many families wait too long to ask for help. But the best results happen when hospice starts early. Do not wait for a crisis to start the conversation with your doctor.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice team feels overwhelming. Take a breath. You have the right to ask hard questions. Start by asking how quickly their nurses can arrive in an emergency. You want to know there is someone on call 24/7. Ask how they manage pain and other tough symptoms. It is vital to know they have a plan for nights and weekends. Ask them, "How do you support the family after a loss?" Grief support is a huge part of what a good hospice does. Finally, ask about their experience with your loved one's specific illness. A good provider will answer clearly and with kindness. If you feel like they are rushing you, keep looking. Trust your gut feeling when you talk to them. You are building a partnership for a very personal time.
Preserving Your Family's Story
Your loved one has a lifetime of stories worth saving. Recording these memories now can bring comfort to your whole family for years to come.
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