HOPEHEALTH HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE
Provider Information
- Address
- 10 EMORY STREET
ATTLEBORO, MA 02703 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- July 24, 1986
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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) | 0 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0 |
| Physicians | 0 |
0
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 HOPEHEALTH HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
An older Medicare record for this hospice lists short-term inpatient care as “not provided.” That code may be out of date. Medicare requires certified hospices to make inpatient care available for symptom management and caregiver respite. Ask this hospice how it arranges a bed if symptoms become hard to manage at home.
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 HOPEHEALTH HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE compares to hospices nationwide.
15.3 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 78th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
117
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 day15.3 min
Ranks better than about 78% 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 weekends13%
Ranks better than about 83% 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 life96.8%
Ranks better than about 77% 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 visits72.3%
Ranks better than about 23% 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 care19.8%
Ranks better than about 4% 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 months25.2%
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 care13.7%
Ranks better than about 21% 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 hospice4.6%
Ranks better than about 13% 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$11,258 · 15th 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 76.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment99.8%
- 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 life76.8%
- 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.
- Cancer33%
- Dementia11%
- Heart and circulatory disease15%
- Lung and respiratory disease10%
- Stroke12%
- Other conditions21%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Supportive Care at Home
HopeHealth Hospice & Palliative Care provides compassionate end-of-life support in Attleboro, Massachusetts. They focus on comfort and dignity for patients facing life-limiting illnesses. Their team works right in the community to help families navigate these difficult moments with grace. Whether at home or in a care facility, they strive to meet the physical and emotional needs of every person they serve.
About HOPEHEALTH HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE
HopeHealth operates as a non-profit organization. This structure often means they reinvest their resources back into patient programs. They have been Medicare certified since July 1986. That is nearly four decades of experience serving the Bristol County area. When you choose a non-profit provider, you are often choosing an agency that prioritizes mission over profit margins. It is a detail that matters when you want care focused purely on your loved one. They are located at 10 Emory Street, right in the heart of Attleboro. Reach out to them at (508) 957-0200 to learn more about their specific team and availability. Choosing the right hospice is a big decision for any family. Knowing they have been around for a long time offers a sense of stability during a time of change.
Quality Performance Snapshot
Understanding Hospice Care in ATTLEBORO
Hospice is not just about the final days. It is about living as well as possible for as long as possible. In Attleboro, hospice teams usually include nurses, doctors, aides, and social workers. They visit your home to help manage symptoms like pain or trouble breathing. The thing is, many families wait too long to call for help. They think hospice is a "giving up" sign. On the flip side, starting early often means better symptom control and more time for meaningful conversations. Medicare pays for almost all hospice services, including equipment and medications related to the illness. You do not need to be in a hospital to get this level of support. Most people prefer to be in their own beds, surrounded by familiar things. Hospice brings that specialized medical care directly to you.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have the right to interview any hospice agency before signing up. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can get to your home if an emergency happens at night. That is a vital question for peace of mind. Ask who will be part of your main care team and how often they will visit. It helps to know if you will see the same nurse every time or if it will change often. Also, ask how they handle pain management and if they have experience with your loved one's specific diagnosis. Finally, ask what kind of support they offer to family members after a loss. Good hospice care supports the whole family, not just the patient. Write these questions down before you call. It makes the process feel much less overwhelming.
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