Hearth Hospice
Hospice Home, Hospice Care & Palliative Care · Chattanooga, TN

Hearth Hospice

Hospice Home, Hospice Care & Palliative Care · Chattanooga, TN

Overview of Hearth Hospice

Hearth Hospice provides hospice care and palliative care in Chattanooga, TN. Hospice care supports individuals with life-limiting illnesses and their families, while palliative care focuses on comfort and quality of life during serious illness.

The organization offers a hospice care center, grief resources, respite care, religious services, 24-hour staffing, and a doctor on staff. Respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away, while grief resources can support family members coping with loss. Religious services provide faith-based support, and round-the-clock staffing means assistance is available day and night. Hearth Hospice may be a good fit for a person with a life-limiting illness whose family may also need respite care or grief support.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
87 / 100

About This Community

Staffing & Medical

7 services
Doctor on Staff
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Physician Services
Certified Nurse Aide Services
Social Work & Case ManagementListed as: Expert nursing case management
Medication ManagementListed as: Medications for symptom control and pain relief

Memory & Specialized Care

2 services
Palliative Care
PalliativeCare

Additional Services

8 services
Respite Care
Counseling Services
Durable Medical Equipment
Medical Supplies
24-Hour Emergency On-Call Services
Bereavement Services
Volunteer Support
HousekeepingListed as: Homemaker services (light food preparation and housekeeping)

Additional Policies & Features

Admission CriteriaGuidelines for hospice eligibility based on medical conditions.

Amenities & Lifestyle

Volunteer Program

Faith & Spiritual Life

Chaplain Services
Religious AffiliationYes

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Financial Assistance for
Hospice Home in Tennessee

Hearth Hospice is located in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
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CHOICES Program

TN Medicaid CHOICES

Age 65+ or disabled
General Tennessee 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).
TN

Managed care model; high rural demand.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Tennessee Options for Community Living

TN Options

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

Limited funding; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Tennessee Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General TN resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
TN

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Tennessee Family Caregiver Support Program

Age —
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; TN resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
TN

Includes grandparent caregivers; high rural demand.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Tennessee VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General TN resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
TN

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Elderly Nutrition Program

Tennessee Elderly Nutrition Program

Age 60+
General TN resident; no income limit but prioritizes low-income.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
TN

Serves ~50,000 annually; 200+ congregate sites plus Meals on Wheels.

Benefits
Congregate meals ($5-$7/meal value) at senior centers Home-delivered meals ($5-$7/meal)

Property Tax Relief Program

Tennessee Property Tax Relief Program

Age 65+
General TN resident, homeowner/renter (or widow/er 50+, disabled 18+).
Income Limits (2025) ~$45,000/year household, excludes half of Social Security
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
TN

Rebates up to $1,000; serves ~100,000 annually.

Benefits
Tax rebates (~$250-$1,000 based on income; e.g., $1,000 if income < $8,000)

Frequently Asked Questions about Hearth Hospice

What neighborhood is Hearth Hospice in?

Hearth Hospice is in the City Center neighborhood of Chattanooga.

Is Hearth Hospice in a walkable area?

Hearth Hospice has a walk score of 87. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Are pets allowed at Hearth Hospice?

No, Hearth Hospice has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Hearth Hospice?

The team at Hearth Hospice can be reached at info@hearthhospice.com.

Are there photos of Hearth Hospice?

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

What levels of care does Hearth Hospice provide?

Hearth Hospice offers Hospice Care & Palliative Care.

What is the address of Hearth Hospice?

Hearth Hospice is located at 513 Georgia Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37403.

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