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Preferred Care Hospice

Preferred Care Hospice

1921 Whittlesey Rd Suite 110, Columbus, GA 31904 View map
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Overview of Preferred Care Hospice

Preferred Care Hospice is a dedicated and close-knit hospice team specializing in delivering personalized care to individuals facing a range of challenging conditions, including cancer, dementia, liver disease, stroke, pulmonary disease, neurological disease, Parkinson’s, AIDS, and more. With extensive experience, their expertise extends beyond patient care, encompassing comprehensive support for the entire family during this trying stage of life.
As a locally owned and operated organization, Preferred Care Hospice places a strong emphasis on inclusivity, ensuring that every member of their team is committed to providing the highest quality of care and support to both patients and their families.

Facility Direct Line (706) 844-1619
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info An established community with some operational experience and growing routines. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #151 / 426Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 151st out of 426 assisted living communities we track in Georgia for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Georgia facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
9 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #156 / 466Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 156th out of 466 assisted living communities we track in Georgia for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Georgia facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Georgia that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
49 / 100

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeHospice
StatusMedicare
IssuanceApril 5, 2017
CountyMuscogee

Ownership & Operating Entity

Preferred Care Hospice is administered by Mr. Bob Tompkins.

Safety & Compliance

Safety FeaturesSafe Environment

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Home Care

Contact Information

Email btompkins@preferredcarehospice.com

Amenities & Lifestyle

Wellness Programpain management, symptom control, emotional support, spiritual guidance
Specific ProgramsSpecialized Memory Care, Family Support & Education, Bereavement Counseling, Spiritual Support
Volunteer Program
Operating HoursMo-Su 00:00-23:59

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Address 5.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Columbus's city center to Preferred Care Hospice's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the GA Dept. of Community Health (DCH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
The Gardens at Calvary Alc
AL
MC
Columbus
100
Facility 100
GA AVG 75
Rank #83 / 426
No
23
Facility 23
GA AVG 38
Rank #312 / 466
-
25
Facility 25
GA AVG 11
Rank #41 / 426
Ms. Laurie Smith11
6
Facility 6
GA AVG 21
Rank #196 / 378
0.5
Facility 0.5
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #163 / 378
Oaks at Grove Park
AL
MC
RC
Columbus
90
Facility 90
GA AVG 75
Rank #131 / 426
Yes
40
Facility 40
GA AVG 38
Rank #217 / 466
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
7
Facility 7
GA AVG 11
Rank #226 / 426
Ms. Christina Vogler7
4
Facility 4
GA AVG 21
Rank #156 / 378
0.6
Facility 0.6
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #192 / 378
Spring Harbor
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Columbus
60
Facility 60
GA AVG 75
Rank #259 / 426
Yes
3
Facility 3
GA AVG 38
Rank #449 / 466
1 Bed
20
Facility 20
GA AVG 11
Rank #66 / 426
Michael D. Campbell14
3
Facility 3
GA AVG 21
Rank #128 / 378
0.2
Facility 0.2
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #91 / 378
Oaks at Maple Ridge
AL
RC
Columbus
50
Facility 50
GA AVG 75
Rank #287 / 426
Yes
32
Facility 32
GA AVG 38
Rank #254 / 466
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
GA AVG 11
Rank #151 / 426
Stephanie Oswald11
6
Facility 6
GA AVG 21
Rank #196 / 378
0.5
Facility 0.5
GA AVG 1.3
Rank #163 / 378
Preferred Care Hospice
AL
Columbus-No
49
Facility 49
GA AVG 38
Rank #156 / 466
-
9
Facility 9
GA AVG 11
Rank #151 / 426
Mr. Bob Tompkins---

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Georgia

Preferred Care Hospice is located in Columbus, Georgia.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Georgia.

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Community Care Services Program

Georgia Medicaid CCSP

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia 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).
GA

High rural demand; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Adult day care (~$75/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Meals

Respite Care Program

Georgia NFCSP Respite

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Georgia resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
GA

Focus on metro and rural balance.

Benefits
In-home aide (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$75/day) Facility stay (up to 5 days)

Home and Community Services (HCS)

Georgia Home and Community Services (Non-Medicaid)

Age 60+
General Georgia resident, functionally impaired, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; prioritizes ~$41,000/year; cost-sharing for higher incomes.
Asset Limits Not specified; need-based.
GA

Non-Medicaid; AAA-managed.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Homemaker Adult day care ($80/day) Respite (~5 days/year)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Georgia Medicare Savings Program

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

Three tiers; entitlement benefit.

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

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

Georgia Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Georgia 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).
GA

Limited areas (e.g., Macon, Augusta).

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

SOURCE (Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment)

Georgia Medicaid SOURCE Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Georgia resident, Medicaid-eligible, frail but not necessarily nursing home-level.
Income Limits (2025) ~$914/month (SSI level); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
GA

Enhanced primary care model; statewide via 12 sites.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Case management Adult day health ($80/day) Respite (limited)

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Georgia Optional State Supplementation

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

~$20-$489/month based on facility type.

Benefits
Cash (~$20-$489/month) for room/board in personal care homes

Frequently Asked Questions about Preferred Care Hospice

Is Preferred Care Hospice in a walkable area?

Preferred Care Hospice has a walk score of 49. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How long has Preferred Care Hospice been in business?

Preferred Care Hospice has been operating for approximately 9 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Preferred Care Hospice?

No, Preferred Care Hospice has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Preferred Care Hospice?

The team at Preferred Care Hospice can be reached at btompkins@preferredcarehospice.com.

Who is the administrator of Preferred Care Hospice?

Mr. Bob Tompkins is the administrator of Preferred Care Hospice.

What levels of care does Preferred Care Hospice provide?

Preferred Care Hospice offers Assisted Living.

What is the address of Preferred Care Hospice?

Preferred Care Hospice is located at 1921 Whittlesey Rd Suite 110, Columbus, GA 31904.

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