Melech Hospice House
Hospice Care & Respite Care · Temple Terrace, FL

Melech Hospice House

Hospice Care & Respite Care · Temple Terrace, FL

Overview of Melech Hospice House

Melech Hospice House provides hospice care and respite care in Temple Terrace, Florida. Inpatient hospice care includes clinical support for acute pain control and symptom management. Respite care offers a short term stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs time away. Melech Hospice House may be a good fit for a patient who needs inpatient hospice support or a family seeking temporary relief from caregiving responsibilities.

The house has 24 beds in private rooms, giving each patient a private living space during care. Staff are present around the clock, and a doctor is on staff for medical oversight. Rehabilitation services are also available as part of the care offered.

Emotional and spiritual care, grief services, pediatric programs, and annual grief camps for children extend support to patients and families dealing with serious illness and loss. The house also offers the Chapters Health Valor Program, providing a named program option within its services.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 24

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
88 / 100

About This Community

Ownership & Operating Entity

Profit StatusNonprofit

Payment & Insurance

2 services
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

4 services
Doctor on Staff
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Acute Pain Control and Symptom Management

Additional Services

4 services
Respite Care
Grief Services
Annual Grief Camps for Children
Housekeeping Services

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Signature ProgramsChapters Health Valor Program

Room Accommodations

Building TypeSingle-story
Room Types
Private Room
In-Room Features
Kitchenette In Patient Suites

Contact Melech Hospice House

Managed by Franklin Guerrero

Executive Director & Chief Development Officer

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Address 1.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Temple Terrace's city center to Melech Hospice House's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Hospice Care in Florida

Melech Hospice House is located in Temple Terrace, Florida.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Florida.

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Long-Term Care Waiver

Florida Medicaid LTC Waiver

Age 65+ or 21+ disabled
General Florida 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).
FL

High demand; waitlists common.

Benefits
In-home care (6-8 hours/day) Assisted living Respite (240 hours/year) Case management

Community Care for the Elderly (CCE)

Florida CCE

Age 60+
General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
FL

Limited funding; regional variation.

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

Home Care for the Elderly (HCE)

Florida Home Care for the Elderly

Age 60+
General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home placement; caregiver must be approved.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month individual, aligned with Medicaid thresholds
Asset Limits ~$2,000 (individual); varies by case manager discretion.
FL

Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.

Benefits
Basic subsidy (~$160/month) for housing/medical costs; special subsidies for supplies/services (e.g., incontinence supplies, ~$50-$200/month)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Florida Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Florida resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
FL

Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Florida Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General Florida resident, living in approved facility, receiving SSI or low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month individual, including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
FL

Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.

Benefits
Cash payment (~$78.40/month) for room/board or personal needs in facilities

Frequently Asked Questions about Melech Hospice House

Is Melech Hospice House in a walkable area?

Melech Hospice House has a walk score of 88. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Are pets allowed at Melech Hospice House?

No, Melech Hospice House has a no-pet policy.

Does Melech Hospice House operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Melech Hospice House is registered as a non-profit.

How many beds does Melech Hospice House have?

Melech Hospice House has 24 beds.

Are there photos of Melech Hospice House?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Melech Hospice House in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Melech Hospice House provide?

Melech Hospice House offers Hospice Care & Respite Care.

What is the address of Melech Hospice House?

Melech Hospice House is located at 11125 N 52Nd St, Temple Terrace, FL 33617.

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