HOMESTEAD HOSPICE OF OHIO, LLC
Provider Information
- Address
- 577 GRANT STREET, SUITE B
AKRON, OH 44311 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- August 25, 2014
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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) | 6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 2 |
| Physicians | 3 |
| Volunteers | 15 |
24
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 HOMESTEAD HOSPICE OF OHIO, LLC reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Both provided directly and arranged with other facilities
- Type of inpatient care
- Respite care (up to five days at a time, to give family caregivers a break)
- 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 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how HOMESTEAD HOSPICE OF OHIO, LLC compares to hospices nationwide.
17.2 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 88th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
134
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 day17.2 min
Ranks better than about 88% 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 weekends5.9%
Ranks better than about 25% 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 life96.2%
Ranks better than about 72% 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 visits40.1%
Ranks better than about 67% 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 care9.1%
Ranks better than about 32% 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 months35.2%
Ranks better than about 54% 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 care6.8%
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 hospice0%
Ranks better than about 55% 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$21,229 · 67th 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 72.1% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- 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 life72.1%
- All care steps completed100%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer14%
- Dementia31%
- Heart and circulatory disease27%
- Lung and respiratory disease14%
- Stroke4%
- Other conditions11%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Compassionate Care in Akron
Homestead Hospice of Ohio, LLC provides end-of-life care for families in Akron and the surrounding Summit County area. They operate out of their office on Grant Street to bring support directly to your home. Hospice is not about giving up. It is about making sure your loved one is comfortable, safe, and surrounded by people who care. This team helps manage pain and offers emotional support for the whole family during a very hard time. They focus on quality of life above all else. When you choose a provider, you want to know they have a history of serving the local community well. Homestead Hospice has been part of the Ohio healthcare landscape for a decade. They bring a specific focus on keeping your loved one at home where they feel most at peace. That is the true heart of hospice care.
About HOMESTEAD HOSPICE OF OHIO, LLC
Homestead Hospice of Ohio, LLC is a for-profit hospice provider. They earned their Medicare certification on August 25, 2014. That means they have met strict federal standards for care for nearly ten years. What does for-profit mean for your family? It often means they are part of a larger business network. This can sometimes lead to more resources or faster access to supplies. The thing is, every hospice is different regardless of their tax status. You should look at how they treat their patients and how they communicate with you. They must follow the same Medicare rules as non-profit groups to keep their license. This provider has been serving the Akron area for a long time. They have a proven track record of meeting the needs of local patients. It is a good idea to call them to see how their specific team approach fits your needs.
High Quality Standards
Understanding Hospice Care in Akron
Choosing hospice in Summit County means you have access to a wide network of support. Akron has several hospice options, but not all are the same. Some providers focus on home care, while others have partnerships with local nursing homes or hospitals. The goal is to keep your loved one in a place they know and love. Most people choose home care because it offers a sense of normalcy. But you should know that hospice care can change if the patient's needs grow. If symptoms get harder to manage at home, the hospice team will help you find the right path forward. They act as your guides. They handle the medical side so you can focus on being a daughter, son, or spouse. You do not have to carry this burden alone. There are professionals ready to walk this path with you every single day.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You have a choice in who provides care. Do not be afraid to ask tough questions before you sign any papers. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home if there is an emergency at night. You need to know that help is just a phone call away. Second, ask how they handle pain management. Every patient is different, and their plan should be unique to them. Third, ask what kind of support they offer for the family after the loved one passes. Grief support is a huge part of the hospice mission. Finally, ask how they communicate with your primary doctor. Coordination is key to making sure everyone is on the same page. If they give you vague answers, keep looking. A good hospice team will be clear, honest, and very patient with your concerns. You deserve clear answers during this time.
Keep Your Family Stories Alive
Your loved one has a lifetime of stories that deserve to be remembered. We can help you record these memories so they are never lost.
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