LEGACY OF LOVE HOSPICE
Provider Information
- Address
- 125 E MARSHALL HOWARD BOULEVARD
LITTLEFIELD, TX 79339 - Ownership Type
- For-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- December 6, 2005
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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 March 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) | 5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 3 |
| Physicians | 2 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
19
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 LEGACY OF LOVE 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 2020.
Legacy of Love Hospice
Legacy of Love Hospice serves families in Littlefield, Texas. This provider offers end-of-life care for those in Lamb County. They have been certified to provide Medicare hospice services since late 2005. Choosing a hospice is a major step. You want a team that knows how to help your loved ones during this time. They are a for-profit hospice and operate as a freestanding center.
About Legacy of Love Hospice
This provider operates as a for-profit, freestanding hospice center. They have held Medicare certification for nearly two decades. This history shows they have worked within federal standards for a long time. Being freestanding means they focus only on hospice care. They do not run a hospital or a nursing home on the side. That creates a very specific care environment. Families should know that Medicare certification requires regular checks on care quality and safety. It is a baseline for any provider you might select for a loved one. You should always ask how their team handles emergencies after hours. It is good to know who will answer the phone at night. Ask if they have staff on call around the clock. That is a standard part of hospice care for most providers.
Quality of Care
What Is Hospice Care Like in Littlefield?
Hospice in Littlefield focuses on comfort and support for the whole family. The team at Legacy of Love Hospice includes five registered nurses and three licensed practical nurses. They also have two physicians on staff to oversee medical needs. This group works to manage pain and symptoms at home. They do not have volunteers on their current staff list. The nurses take the lead on daily care visits. They help you understand what to expect as the illness progresses. You can ask them questions about medicine and comfort measures. It is a team effort. Having a team with eight total nurses means they have resources to handle bedside care needs. They aim to keep your loved one comfortable in their own surroundings. This is their main goal every single day.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
Selecting the right team is a heavy task for any family. You need to get clear answers before you sign any paperwork. First, ask how quickly a nurse can get to your home in an emergency. Speed matters when someone is in pain. Second, ask how they handle medicine changes during the night or on weekends. You need to know that support is ready when the pharmacy is closed. Third, ask how often the staff will visit your home. You should know if they provide daily visits or just a few times a week. Finally, ask how they communicate changes to the family. Good communication helps everyone feel more at ease. Write your questions down ahead of time. This helps you remember what to cover during your meeting with the hospice coordinator.
Preserving Your Family Story
This time is difficult, but your family stories are worth saving for the future. We offer tools to help you record memories and legacy messages for your loved ones to keep forever.
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