UPLIFTED CARE
Provider Information
- Address
- 482 MAIN STREET NW
BOURBONNAIS, IL 60914 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 26, 1993
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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 August 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) | 28 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 2 |
| Physicians | 1 |
| Volunteers | 2 |
57
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 UPLIFTED CARE 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 2019.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how UPLIFTED CARE compares to hospices nationwide.
15.2 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 77th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
120
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 day15.2 min
Ranks better than about 77% 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 weekends9.5%
Ranks better than about 66% 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 life97.3%
Ranks better than about 81% 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 visits55.6%
Ranks better than about 46% 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 care16.4%
Ranks better than about 7% 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 months25.4%
Ranks better than about 79% 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 care10.4%
Ranks better than about 33% 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)88th 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$11,002 · 14th 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 74.7% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.9%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.9%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.7%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed100%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids99.1%
- Visits in the last days of life74.7%
- All care steps completed99.6%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer23%
- Dementia8%
- Heart and circulatory disease15%
- Lung and respiratory disease10%
- Stroke27%
- Other conditions17%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
About UPLIFTED CARE
UPLIFTED CARE serves families in Bourbonnais, Illinois, from their office on Main Street. This non-profit hospice provider has offered end of life care since 1993. They focus on comfort for patients and support for their loved ones during difficult times. This long history shows they have stayed committed to the Kankakee area for many years. It is a freestanding hospice center that operates independently. That longevity matters because it shows they know how to work with the local health system. They provide care that meets federal standards for safety and quality. Choosing a provider with such a deep local history can offer peace of mind when you need it most. They work hard to keep their standards high for every person they serve. It is a stable option for your family.
About UPLIFTED CARE
As a non-profit organization, UPLIFTED CARE reinvests its resources directly back into patient services. They have been Medicare certified for over thirty years. This certification means they must follow strict rules set by the government to ensure you get safe care. They maintain strong marks for their quality of care. Families also report high levels of satisfaction with the services they receive. These scores come from official surveys that ask about communication and pain management. The team includes twenty-eight registered nurses and two licensed practical nurses. They also have one physician and two volunteers on staff. Having this many nurses means they can monitor patient needs closely. You should look for this type of staffing balance when you compare different hospice agencies. They keep their focus on the person, not just the paperwork.
Quality Performance
What Is Hospice Care Like in BOURBONNAIS?
Hospice care in Bourbonnais focuses on keeping patients comfortable in their own homes or at a care facility. The goal is to manage pain and symptoms rather than to cure an illness. A team of experts visits the patient to provide medical help and emotional support. This team usually includes nurses, a doctor, and social workers. They work together to create a plan that fits the specific needs of the patient. In this area, providers like UPLIFTED CARE use their staff of fifty-seven employees to cover these needs. They visit regularly to check on the patient and talk with the family. Hospice is not just about the patient. It is about helping the whole family understand what to expect. You get support that covers both physical and emotional needs. That is how they help maintain dignity at the end of life.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel empowered to ask tough questions when you interview a hospice agency. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can arrive if an emergency happens at night. You should also ask how they handle pain management and if they have a doctor on call. It is wise to ask how often the staff will visit the home. Ask if they offer support for family members who are grieving. You might also want to know how they involve volunteers in the care plan. Check if they have experience with your specific diagnosis. Finally, ask what happens if the patient needs to go to a hospital for a short stay. Do not settle for vague answers. You deserve clear, honest information before you decide on a provider for your loved one.
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