HOSPICE AT HOME
Provider Information
- Address
- 4025 HEALTH PARK LANE
SAINT JOSEPH, MI 49085 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- May 14, 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) | 29 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 8 |
| Physicians | 2 |
110
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 HOSPICE AT HOME 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 2013.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HOSPICE AT HOME compares to hospices nationwide.
11.8 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 45th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
275
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 day11.8 min
Ranks better than about 45% 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 weekends11.6%
Ranks better than about 78% 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 life94.5%
Ranks better than about 58% 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 visits58.8%
Ranks better than about 41% 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 care5.2%
Ranks better than about 59% 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 months43.8%
Ranks better than about 30% 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 care5%
Ranks better than about 61% 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 hospice0.7%
Ranks better than about 53% 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)74th 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$15,567 · 37th 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 screening99.9%
- Pain assessment99.4%
- Breathing difficulty screening97.7%
- Breathing difficulty treatment99.7%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed99.8%
- Bowel care for patients on opioids98.4%
- Visits in the last days of life76.8%
- All care steps completed96.8%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer24%
- Dementia14%
- Heart and circulatory disease17%
- Lung and respiratory disease9%
- Stroke18%
- Other conditions21%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice at Home in Saint Joseph
Hospice at Home serves families across Berrien County from their office on Health Park Lane in Saint Joseph, Michigan. They provide end-of-life care focused on comfort and dignity for patients facing life-limiting illnesses. Choosing the right team during this time is a heavy task for any family. But knowing a local provider has deep roots in your community can offer some peace of mind. They have been supporting neighbors since 1986. That is nearly four decades of experience in the field. When you work with a team that knows the local area, care often feels more personal and connected. They help manage pain and offer support to the entire family circle. This makes a difficult transition just a little bit easier to manage.
About Hospice at Home
Hospice at Home operates as a non-profit organization. This structure means they put their resources directly back into patient care. They have been Medicare certified since May 14, 1986. That long history shows they have met federal standards for a very long time. For families, this is important because it means they follow strict rules for quality. You might wonder what being non-profit really changes. The thing is, it often shifts the focus away from profit margins and toward patient comfort. They are held to the same high federal standards as any other hospice. But they carry a mission-driven approach to their daily work. It is worth looking at their long track record when you compare your local options. They have been a steady part of the Saint Joseph healthcare landscape for generations.
Quality of Care Spotlight
Understanding Hospice Care in Saint Joseph
Hospice is not a place you go, but a type of care you receive. In Saint Joseph, this usually happens right in your own home. The goal is to focus on quality of life when a cure is no longer the main path. The team includes doctors, nurses, and social workers who visit you. They help manage symptoms so the patient can stay comfortable and alert. Some people wait too long to call for help. They think hospice means giving up. That is a myth. In reality, hospice is about getting more support to live the best days possible. It provides a safety net for the whole family. You get access to medical equipment and medications for pain. Most importantly, you get a team that is there to listen when things get tough.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should feel empowered to ask tough questions when you interview a hospice team. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if a crisis happens at night. You want to know they are truly available 24/7. Second, ask how they help the family cope with grief after a loss. Good hospice care goes beyond the patient to support the people who love them. Third, ask about their experience with your specific health needs. Some teams have special skills for certain conditions like heart or lung disease. And finally, ask how they handle changes in the care plan. Does the plan stay fixed, or can it change as needs change? You need a team that is flexible. Do not be afraid to ask these things. It is your right to know.
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Your loved one has a lifetime of stories and wisdom to share. Capturing these memories now creates a lasting legacy for your children and grandchildren to treasure forever.
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