VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Texas

Q: What neighborhood is VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Texas in?

VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Texas is in the Kessler neighborhood.

Q: Is VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Texas in a walkable area?

VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Texas has a walk score of 43. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Q: Are there photos of VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Texas?

Yes — there are 3 photos of VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Texas in the photo gallery on this page.

Q: What is the address of VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Texas?

VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Texas is located at 1441 N. Beckley Ave Schenkel Tower, 5th Floor, Dallas, TX 75203, United States.

Q: What is the phone number of VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Texas?

(800) 582-9533 will put you in contact with the team at VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Texas.

Q: Is VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Texas Medicare or Medicaid certified?

VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Texas is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of Vitas Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Texas

Located in Austin, Texas, the VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit serves as a sanctuary for patients needing specialized care beyond their homes. Offering an array of medical services like nursing, therapy, disease management, and pain relief, this facility ensures comprehensive support for hospice patients. With a commitment to delivering superior hospice care, the VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit aims to provide unparalleled comfort and support during life’s most sensitive and challenging moments.
The dedicated team, composed of physicians, registered nurses, social workers, chaplains, volunteers, bereavement specialists, and team managers, focuses on symptom control to enable a return home at the earliest convenience. Each inpatient unit at VITAS exudes a serene, homelike ambiance, fostering an open policy for visits from family, friends, and even beloved pets. Facilities include family rooms, kitchenettes, and quiet spaces for prayer, meditation, or intimate conversations.

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Types of Care at VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Texas

Hospice Care

Walk Score: 43 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Accept Medicare

Respite Care

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Inpatient Hospice Care

Specific ProgramsHospice Care at Home, 24/7 Telecare, Condition-Specific Care, Intensive Comfort Care, Veterans Care, Paw Pals® Pet Visits, Pediatric Care, Grief and Bereavement Support

Operating Hours24/7

2.8 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Dallas's city center to VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Texas's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.04 miles to nearest hospital (Methodist Dallas Medical Center)

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Community Care for the Aged and Disabled (CCAD)

TX Medicaid CCAD

Age 65+ or disabled

General Texas resident, Medicaid-eligible, care need (not always nursing home level).

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Large state; rural access challenges.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$60/day) Home aides

Texas Community Care Services

TX CCS

Age 60+

General Texas resident, at risk of decline.

Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies

Asset Limits $5,000 individual

Limited funding; high demand in urban areas.

Benefits

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

Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Services

Texas AAA Services

Age 60+

General TX resident; no income/asset limits.

Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.

Asset Limits Not assessed.

28 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels in some areas.

Benefits

Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Texas Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General TX 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).

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)

Texas Family Caregiver Support Program

Age —

General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; TX resident; 2+ ADLs.

Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year

Asset Limits Not assessed.

High rural demand; includes grandparent caregivers.

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

Texas VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse

General TX resident, wartime service, 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

High veteran population; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits

Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Exemption for Seniors

Texas Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 65+

General TX resident, homeowner (homestead).

Income Limits (2025) None; tax-based eligibility.

Asset Limits Not assessed.

$25,000+ exemption; optional freeze in some counties; saves ~$500-$1,000/year.

Benefits

Tax exemption or freeze (~$500-$1,000/year savings)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Texas SFMNP

Age 60+

General TX resident, low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL

Asset Limits Not assessed.

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~20,000 via 28 AAAs.

Benefits

Vouchers (~$50/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

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VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Texas	HH Hospice Home HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.	Dallas (Kessler)	-	No	43	-
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What neighborhood is VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Texas in?

VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Texas is in the Kessler neighborhood.

Is VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Texas in a walkable area?

VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Texas has a walk score of 43. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are there photos of VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Texas?

Yes — there are 3 photos of VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Texas in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Texas?

VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Texas is located at 1441 N. Beckley Ave Schenkel Tower, 5th Floor, Dallas, TX 75203, United States.

What is the phone number of VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Texas?

(800) 582-9533 will put you in contact with the team at VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Texas.

Is VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Texas Medicare or Medicaid certified?

VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Texas is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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