Americare Hospice & Palliative Care
Nursing Home, Home Care, Hospice Care, Palliative Care & Respite Care · Mesa, AZ

Americare Hospice & Palliative Care

Nursing Home, Home Care, Hospice Care, Palliative Care & Respite Care · Mesa, AZ
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Americare Hospice & Palliative Care accepts Medicare.

Overview of Americare Hospice & Palliative Care

Americare Hospice & Palliative Care, based in Mesa, Arizona, provides compassionate support for individuals facing life-limiting illnesses. They offer a comprehensive range of services, specializing in expert pain management, symptom control, emotional support, and spiritual guidance. Their dedicated team of professionals, including nurses, doctors, and healthcare providers, takes a holistic approach to patient care, ensuring both physical and emotional needs are met. What sets Americare apart is its commitment to the highest ethical and moral principles, a track record of exceptional performance, and a remarkable level of patient satisfaction, with nearly all respondents eager to recommend their services.

Americare’s holistic approach extends beyond medical care, encompassing spiritual and bereavement support, as well as a wide array of services such as occupational therapy, physical therapy, and alternative therapies like massage and music therapy. They recognize the importance of a supportive environment and offer hospice care in the patient’s home or an in-patient facility with a home-like setting. Americare Hospice & Palliative Care’s mission is to provide the best possible care for patients facing life-limiting illnesses and support and nurture their families’ well-being throughout this challenging journey. They emphasize the importance of seeking the support needed to make these final days more bearable and affirm that their compassionate team can improve the quality of life for everyone involved during this profound experience.

Years in operation
21 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 48 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeHospice Service Agency
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 31, 2005
ExpirationFebruary 28, 2027
License NumberHSPC3710
CMS Certification Number31563
QualificationHealth Care
AccreditationsPhoenix Diocese-approved Catholic organization

Ownership & Operating Entity

Americare Hospice & Palliative Care is legally operated by Villa Alba Corporation, and administered by Christine Minch.

OwnerVILLA ALBA CORPORATION

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMs. Christine Minch, Owner

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Bereavement Support
Spiritual Counseling
Grief Counseling
Occupational Therapy
Physical Therapy
Nutritional Counseling
Alternative Therapies (Massage
Music Therapy)
Specific ProgramsBereavement Program, Volunteer Opportunities
Religious Services
Volunteer Program
Touring HoursMonday thru Friday: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm (with after hours triage and on-call nurse)

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionHospice care focuses on pain and symptom relief.

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Inspection History

In Arizona, the Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing performs regular onsite inspections and investigates complaints for all licensed residential and nursing facilities.

We don't publish a score for assisted living residences with fewer than three inspections on record. This would unfairly reward providers with limited inspection history or those that have not been operating long enough to be cited.

Inspection score unavailable

Not enough inspection history to generate a score.

Average score for Arizona assisted living residences: B- 82/100

Inspection score not available. Not enough inspection history to score against the Arizona benchmark.

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Arizona state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Overall vs. AZ average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Arizona average:
• Enforcement actions (11% above)
2 Better Metrics better than Arizona average:
• Total inspections (80% below)
• Total complaints (83% below)
Latest Inspection November 6, 2024 Complaint;Compliance (Annual) 10 deficiencies

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityAZ Averagevs. AZ Avg
Enforcement actions Info Formal penalties or interventions imposed by Arizona regulators — directed plans of correction, civil monetary penalties, denial of payment, or appointment of temporary management. 10.9 This facility has 11% more enforcement actions than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (1 vs. AZ avg 0.9).↑ 11% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityAZ Averagevs. AZ Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 15 This facility has 80% fewer total inspections than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (1 vs. AZ avg 5).↓ 80% better

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This FacilityAZ Averagevs. AZ Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 16 This facility has 83% fewer total complaints than a typical Arizona assisted living residence (1 vs. AZ avg 6).↓ 83% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • November 6, 2024 inspection found five deficiencies involving administration, care plans, patient rights, and hospice services.
  • No complaints were substantiated during the inspection history summary.
  • Deficiencies showed issues with policy implementation, care plan updates, patient charge notifications, and nursing service standards in hospice care.

Managed by Christine Minch, Dnp, Aprn, Fnp-Bc, Chpca

Administrator

Christine Minch is the Administrator and one of the founders of Americare Hospice & Palliative Care, serving since 2005. She is a doctoral-prepared, board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Administrator. Christine leads the hospice team with a conscientious approach to end-of-life care grounded in moral principles and ethical directives, drawing on extensive healthcare leadership and advanced nursing practice experience.

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Address 3.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Mesa's city center to Americare Hospice & Palliative Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Home Care in Arizona

Americare Hospice & Palliative Care is located in Mesa, Arizona.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Arizona.

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Arizona Long Term Care System

ALTCS

Age 65+ or disabled
General Arizona resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
AZ

Covers tribal members; rural outreach.

Benefits
In-home care (6-8 hours/day) Assisted living Nursing home care Medical services Transportation (10 trips/month)

Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services

AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS

Age 60+
General Arizona resident, at risk of institutionalization.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $10,000 individual
AZ

Limited funding; waitlists common.

Benefits
Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Adult day care (~$60/day)

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

AZ WAP

Age 60+ priority
General Arizona resident, own/rent home, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month 200% of poverty level, individual
Asset Limits Not applicable; income-focused.
AZ

High demand in rural desert areas; limited annual funds.

Benefits
Insulation Weather stripping HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000/year savings)

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly

AZ Section 202

Age 62+
General Arizona resident, very low income, able to live independently with support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,645/month 50% of area median income, individual, varies by county
Asset Limits $10,000 individual, excludes home if owned
AZ

Limited units; high demand in metro areas like Phoenix.

Benefits
Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month) On-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value)

Arizona CARES Program

AZ CARES

Age
General Caregivers of Arizona residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
AZ

Focus on rural access; complements ALTCS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

AZ DES Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)

AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS

Age 60+ or disabled
General Arizona resident, need assistance with daily activities, not eligible for Medicaid/ALTCS.
Income Limits Above Medicaid threshold but low-income ~$1,500-$2,500/month, varies by region
Asset Limits Not specified; income-driven eligibility.
AZ

Targets those ineligible for ALTCS; prioritizes rural and tribal areas.

Benefits
Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Personal care (limited hours) Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Frequently Asked Questions about Americare Hospice & Palliative Care

Who is the owner of Americare Hospice & Palliative Care?

The legal owner and operator of Americare Hospice & Palliative Care is Villa Alba Corporation.

Is Americare Hospice & Palliative Care in a walkable area?

Americare Hospice & Palliative Care has a walk score of 48. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Americare Hospice & Palliative Care?

According to AZ state health department records, Americare Hospice & Palliative Care's license number is HSPC3710.

When does Americare Hospice & Palliative Care's license expire?

According to AZ state health department records, Americare Hospice & Palliative Care's license expires on February 28, 2027.

Who is the administrator of Americare Hospice & Palliative Care?

Christine Minch is the administrator of Americare Hospice & Palliative Care.

Are there photos of Americare Hospice & Palliative Care?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Americare Hospice & Palliative Care in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Americare Hospice & Palliative Care?

Americare Hospice & Palliative Care is located at 1212 N Spencer #2, Mesa, AZ 85203.

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