GUARDIAN ANGEL HOME CARE AND HOSPICE OF AKRON
Provider Information
- Address
- 2641 SOUTH ARLINGTON ROAD
AKRON, OH 44319 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 20, 2013
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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.
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) | 2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1 |
| Volunteers | 1 |
4
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 GUARDIAN ANGEL HOME CARE AND HOSPICE OF AKRON 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.
About Guardian Angel Home Care and Hospice of Akron
Guardian Angel Home Care and Hospice of Akron serves families in the Akron, Ohio area from their office on South Arlington Road. This freestanding hospice provider offers care for those who need support at the end of life. They have been certified by Medicare since August 2013 to provide these services to the community. The agency holds accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care. This group sets high standards for care and safety. It shows the agency wants to meet clear rules for how they treat their patients. Having this stamp of approval gives families a way to measure the quality of the care provided. It is a sign that an outside group has looked at their work and found it meets their tough standards. Choosing a provider is a big step for any family in Summit County. You should feel informed before you make a final choice.
About Guardian Angel Home Care and Hospice of Akron
This agency operates as a for-profit hospice provider. They have been part of the Medicare program for over a decade. The accreditation they earned from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care means they follow specific rules for patient safety and clinical care. This body checks that the agency keeps good records and trains their staff well. It is a common way for agencies to show they care about their work. For-profit status means the agency manages its own budget and operations while following all Medicare rules. You should look at how they handle their daily tasks when you talk to them. Ask them how their accreditation shapes the way they visit your home. It helps to understand the structure of the team that will be coming to see your loved one. That is how you get the best care possible.
Quality Ratings Note
What Is Hospice Care Like in Akron?
Hospice care in Akron brings medical support directly to your home. The team focuses on comfort and pain management for the person receiving care. At this specific agency, the staff includes two registered nurses, one licensed practical nurse, and one volunteer. These four employees work together to visit patients and check on their needs. Nurses handle the medical side of things like medicine and symptom control. Volunteers can offer companionship or help with small tasks around the house. This small team size allows for a more personal touch during each visit. The goal is always to keep the patient comfortable in their own bed. It is a local service designed to help families stay together during a hard time. You can talk to the staff about how they coordinate these visits. They should be able to explain their plan for your family.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Picking the right hospice team requires clear answers to your questions. You should ask how the nurses handle pain management during the night or on weekends. It is important to know who will be the main person you call when you have a question. Ask how often the staff will come to your home for visits. You might also ask if they have experience with the specific health condition your loved one has. Find out how the volunteer staff helps the family on a daily basis. Ask about their process for updating the doctor on the patient's condition. You should also ask what happens if the patient needs a higher level of care than home visits provide. The answers will help you feel more confident in your decision. Take your time with these talks. You deserve to feel comfortable with the team you choose.
Keep Your Family Stories Alive
Your loved one has a lifetime of memories and wisdom to share. You can record these stories now to keep them safe for your children and grandchildren to hear for years to come.
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