Melech Hospice House

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Overview of Melech Hospice House

Melech Hospice House provides hospice care and respite care in Temple Terrace, Florida. Inpatient hospice care includes clinical support for acute pain control and symptom management. Respite care offers a short term stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs time away. Melech Hospice House may be a good fit for a patient who needs inpatient hospice support or a family seeking temporary relief from caregiving responsibilities.

The house has 24 beds in private rooms, giving each patient a private living space during care. Staff are present around the clock, and a doctor is on staff for medical oversight. Rehabilitation services are also available as part of the care offered.

Emotional and spiritual care, grief services, pediatric programs, and annual grief camps for children extend support to patients and families dealing with serious illness and loss. The house also offers the Chapters Health Valor Program, providing a named program option within its services.

Facility Direct Line (813) 984-2200

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count 24

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

Walk Score

88 / 100

About This Community

Profit StatusNonprofit

Accept Medicaid

Accept Medicare

Rehabilitation Services

Doctor on Staff

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Acute Pain Control and Symptom Management

Respite Care

Grief Services

Annual Grief Camps for Children

Housekeeping Services

Pets not allowed

Signature ProgramsChapters Health Valor Program

Building TypeSingle-story

Room Types

Private Room

In-Room Features

Kitchenette In Patient Suites

Managed by Franklin Guerrero

Executive Director & Chief Development Officer

1.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Temple Terrace's city center to Melech Hospice House's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Long-Term Care Waiver

Florida Medicaid LTC Waiver

Age 65+ or 21+ disabled

General Florida 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).

High demand; waitlists common.

Benefits

In-home care (6-8 hours/day) Assisted living Respite (240 hours/year) Case management

Community Care for the Elderly (CCE)

Florida CCE

Age 60+

General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home.

Income Limits ~$2,000/month varies

Asset Limits $5,000 individual

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits

Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Adult day care (~$60/day) Respite (up to 10 days/year)

Home Care for the Elderly (HCE)

Florida Home Care for the Elderly

Age 60+

General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home placement; caregiver must be approved.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month individual, aligned with Medicaid thresholds

Asset Limits ~$2,000 (individual); varies by case manager discretion.

Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.

Benefits

Basic subsidy (~$160/month) for housing/medical costs; special subsidies for supplies/services (e.g., incontinence supplies, ~$50-$200/month)

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

Florida Medicaid PACE

Age 55+

General Florida 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).

Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.

Benefits

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

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Florida Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled

General Florida resident, living in approved facility, receiving SSI or low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month individual, including SSI

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

Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.

Benefits

Cash payment (~$78.40/month) for room/board or personal needs in facilities

Is Melech Hospice House in a walkable area?

Melech Hospice House has a walk score of 88. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Are pets allowed at Melech Hospice House?

No, Melech Hospice House has a no-pet policy.

Does Melech Hospice House operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Melech Hospice House is registered as a non-profit.

How many beds does Melech Hospice House have?

Melech Hospice House has 24 beds.

Are there photos of Melech Hospice House?

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

What levels of care does Melech Hospice House provide?

Melech Hospice House offers Hospice Care & Respite Care.

What is the address of Melech Hospice House?

Melech Hospice House is located at 11125 N 52Nd St, Temple Terrace, FL 33617.

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