Columbus Hospice
Hospice Home, Hospice Care & Palliative Care · Columbus, GA
Columbus Hospice
Hospice Home, Hospice Care & Palliative Care · Columbus, GA
Columbus Hospice accepts Medicaid and Medicare.
Columbus Hospice, located in Georgia, boasts an impressive 43-year history of providing compassionate care. As a nonprofit community, they approach the realm of serious illnesses with a profound commitment, addressing not only the physical aspects but also the emotional, spiritual, and mental well-being of their patients. Their mission revolves around enhancing the quality of life for individuals in their care.
To fulfill this, they assemble a dedicated team consisting of physicians, nurses, certified nursing assistants, social workers, home health aides, bereavement counselors, chaplains, and volunteers. Their goal is to ensure comfort and support during the end-of-life stage, a service that every patient truly deserves. Moreover, Columbus Hospice pays special tribute to veterans.
10-bed community Rank #639 / 666Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 639th out of 666 homes in Georgia for Bed Count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Georgia facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
46 years in operation Rank #71 / 669Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 71st out of 669 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 13 / 100 Rank #699 / 870Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 699th out of 870 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Georgia that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating: A+ (Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeHospice
StatusMedicare
IssuanceApril 9, 2014
CountyMuscogee
AccreditationsThe only Hospice in our service area to receive The Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission.
Columbus Hospice is administered by Donna Morgan.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMs. Donna Morgan, CEO (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Doctor on Staff
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Pets not allowed
24/7 Registered Nurses On Call
Social Workers
Chaplain Service
Bereavement Services
Specific ProgramsVolunteer Services, Pet Peace of Mind, The Honor Project, Camp Hope
Volunteer Program
Operating Hours24/7
Inspection History
In Georgia, the Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division conducts unannounced inspections to ensure facilities adhere to state health and safety requirements.
Since 2019 · 7 years of data
19 deficiencies
11 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Georgia state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2019 vs. Georgia state average
Overall vs. GA average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Georgia average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (21% above) 2 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (10% below)
• Deficiencies per year (10% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (21% above) 2 Better Metrics better than Georgia average:
• Total deficiencies (10% below)
• Deficiencies per year (10% below)
Latest Inspection
May 11, 2022
Renewal
Deficiencies
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 19 | 21 | This facility has 10% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (19 vs. GA avg 21).↓ 10% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2019.
| 2.7 | 3 | This facility has 10% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (2.7 vs. GA avg 3).↓ 10% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.7 | 1.4 | This facility has 21% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Georgia assisted living residence (1.7 vs. GA avg 1.4).↑ 21% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 11 | 15 | This facility has had 27% fewer total inspections than the Georgia average (11 vs. GA avg 15). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 27% fewer |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- The May 11, 2022 inspection found the facility in substantial compliance with no infection control deficiencies but cited three care plan deficiencies related to Foley catheter and PEG tube orders.
- The February 12, 2019 complaint investigation substantiated multiple failures including inadequate pain management, poor communication with assisted living facility staff, and incomplete plan of care documentation.
- The February 12, 2019 complaint investigation cited nine deficiencies involving neglect, abuse risks, lack of coordination with assisted living facility, and failure to train facility staff on hospice care.
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6.8 miles from city center
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Hospice Home in Georgia
Columbus Hospice is located in Columbus, Georgia.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbus Hospice
What neighborhood is Columbus Hospice in?
Columbus Hospice is in the Candlestick neighborhood of Columbus.
Is Columbus Hospice in a walkable area?
Columbus Hospice has a walk score of 13. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Are pets allowed at Columbus Hospice?
No, Columbus Hospice has a no-pet policy.
What is the best email address for Columbus Hospice?
The team at Columbus Hospice can be reached at d.morgan@columbushospice.com.
Who is the administrator of Columbus Hospice?
Donna Morgan is the administrator of Columbus Hospice.
How many beds does Columbus Hospice have?
Columbus Hospice has 10 beds.
Are there photos of Columbus Hospice?
Yes — there are 7 photos of Columbus Hospice in the photo gallery on this page.
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