Hospice Austin
Hospice Care, Palliative Care & Respite Care · Austin, TX

Hospice Austin

Hospice Care, Palliative Care & Respite Care · Austin, TX

Overview of Hospice Austin

Hospice Austin provides hospice care, palliative care, and respite care in Austin, Texas, in the Balcones Hills neighborhood. Hospice care centers on comfort and support for a person with a life-limiting illness, while palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom relief. Respite care offers a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, making Hospice Austin potentially suitable when temporary caregiver relief is part of the care plan.

The community has 15 beds, placing it in the smaller-community range where staff and residents get to know each other. Private rooms give each resident a single private space, and private bathrooms support personal routines without sharing. Rooms also include refrigerators, microwave ovens, and fold-out sofas, providing in-room food storage, reheating, and seating for visitors.

A courtyard gives residents an outdoor area within the community. Live grief webinars and Camp Brave Heart, a summer camp for grieving children and teens, provide grief-focused activities for patients and family members. Pets are allowed, so residents can keep their pets with them.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 15

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

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
64 / 100

About This Community

Certifications & Programs

board-certified hospice/palliative care physiciansA specialty credential or certification held by the community or its staff, indicating training or standards beyond basic state licensure.

Ownership & Operating Entity

Profit StatusNonprofit

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Certified Nurse Aide Visits
Advance Care Planning
Medication ManagementSupport with organizing, administering, and monitoring medicines can help prevent missed or incorrect doses.

Memory & Specialized Care

2 services
Palliative CareCare focused on relieving pain, symptoms, and stress while supporting quality of life. It can be provided alongside treatment for a serious illness.
Grief Counseling

Additional Services

8 services
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.
Volunteer Support
Meal Preparation by Nurse Aides
Caregiver Support
Grief Support
Social Work & Case Management
TransportationListed as: Volunteer transportation to appointments
HousekeepingListed as: Light housekeeping by nurse aides

Additional Policies & Features

Pets AllowedVisiting/staying pets welcome at Christopher House inpatient facility.

Amenities & Lifestyle

Courtyard
Activities
Community Education
Music In Courtyard (Upon Request)

Faith & Spiritual Life

Chaplain Services

Room Accommodations

Room Types
Private Room
In-Room Features
Private Bathroom Microwave Refrigerator In-Room Wi-Fi Fold-Out Sofa In Room Cable Tv And Dvd Player In Room

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Address 7.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Austin's city center to Hospice Austin's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
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Hospice Austin is located in Austin, Texas.
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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).
TX

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
TX

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.
TX

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).
TX

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.
TX

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
TX

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.
TX

$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.
TX

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

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for produce at farmers’ markets
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hospice Austin

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 What neighborhood is Hospice Austin in?
Hospice Austin is in the Balcones Hills neighborhood of Austin.
02 Is Hospice Austin in a walkable area?
Hospice Austin has a walk score of 64. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
03 Are pets allowed at Hospice Austin?
Yes, Hospice Austin allows residents to bring their pets.
04 What is the best email address for Hospice Austin?
The team at Hospice Austin can be reached at access@hospiceaustin.org.
05 Does Hospice Austin operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
Hospice Austin is registered as a non-profit.
06 How many beds does Hospice Austin have?
Hospice Austin has 15 beds.
07 Are there photos of Hospice Austin?
Yes — there are 5 photos of Hospice Austin in the photo gallery on this page.