WINGS OF HOPE HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 530 LINN STREET, SUITE A
ALLEGAN, MI 49010 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- October 29, 1991
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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) | 13 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Physicians | 0 |
43
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 WINGS OF HOPE 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 2022.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how WINGS OF HOPE HOSPICE compares to hospices nationwide.
20.3 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 95th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
70
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 day20.3 min
Ranks better than about 95% 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 weekends6.8%
Ranks better than about 36% 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 life94.1%
Ranks better than about 54% 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 visits22.5%
Ranks better than about 87% 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 care13.3%
Ranks better than about 12% 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 months26.7%
Ranks better than about 77% 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 hospice2.7%
Ranks better than about 29% 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)52nd 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$13,117 · 23rd 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 58.6% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening99.2%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening99.7%
- Breathing difficulty treatment98.7%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.7%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids100%
- Visits in the last days of life58.6%
- All care steps completed97.8%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer27%
- Dementia13%
- Heart and circulatory disease24%
- Lung and respiratory disease14%
- Stroke8%
- Other conditions17%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Wings of Hope Hospice
Wings of Hope Hospice serves families in Allegan, Michigan. This freestanding hospice provider offers care focused on comfort and symptom management for patients during their final stages of life. They have held Medicare certification since 1991. This long history shows they have helped the local community for over three decades. Their team works in the Allegan area to provide support where patients live. They offer a stable option for those in need of hospice care services.
About Wings of Hope Hospice
This provider operates as a non-profit organization. Non-profit status often means the agency puts any extra money back into patient care programs. They have been certified by Medicare since October of 1991. That is a long time. Certification means they follow federal rules to ensure patient safety and quality. Families should know that being a freestanding hospice means they focus only on hospice services. They do not run a hospital or a nursing home on the side. This specialized focus allows their 43 employees to dedicate all their time to hospice care. Their clinical team includes 13 registered nurses and one licensed practical nurse. This staff balance helps them meet the daily needs of the people they serve. It matters because consistent nursing care is a core part of a good hospice experience.
Quality Overview
What Is Hospice Care Like in Allegan?
Hospice care in Allegan works to keep patients comfortable at home. The team visits you to manage pain and help with daily tasks. It is not about a specific building. Instead, it is a service that comes to your front door. Wings of Hope Hospice uses a team approach to reach this goal. Their staff includes 13 registered nurses and one licensed practical nurse who coordinate care plans. They work to keep the patient calm and pain-free. The team also supports family members by answering questions and helping with the emotional weight of caregiving. If a patient needs more help, the nurses adjust the plan to fit those new needs. It is a flexible way to provide care. This local support system helps families stay together in the comfort of their own homes during a very difficult time.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Choosing a hospice agency is a big decision for any family. You should feel comfortable with the people who will enter your home. Start by asking how quickly a nurse can arrive if there is a sudden change in health. You should also ask how the team handles pain management after normal business hours. It is helpful to know who to call on weekends or holidays. Finally, ask what specific services they offer beyond basic nursing. This might include social work or spiritual support for the family. Do not be afraid to ask these questions during your first meeting. A good provider will be happy to give you clear and honest answers. They want you to feel confident in the care your loved one receives.
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