Mother Teresa House
Hospice Home & Hospice Care · Lansing, MI

Overview of Mother Teresa House

Mother Teresa House, nestled in the heart of downtown Lansing, Michigan, combines expertise, knowledge, and genuine compassion to serve residents as they address both their physical and emotional needs. Established in September 1997, following Mother Teresa’s passing, this hospice care facility embraces each person’s life story, seeking to understand them deeply and providing the unparalleled comfort they deserve during this sensitive phase.
Here, the focus is not merely on end-of-life care but on creating a meaningful, supportive environment. Residents find comfort in the compassionate hands that guide them through this profound experience. The facility’s dedication to understanding each individual’s unique narrative ensures that comfort, understanding, and care are woven into every moment, making the journey towards the end a little lighter for those they serve.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 83 / 100 Rank #24 / 703Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 24th out of 703 homes in Michigan. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Michigan facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Michigan 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Admission CriteriaServes people of all ages who suffer from any terminal illness.

Amenities & Lifestyle

Wellness ProgramHospice care
Specific ProgramsEnd-of-life care for terminally ill people, personal care, cooking meals, basic household chores
Religious Services
Volunteer Program
Touring HoursMonday-Friday: 8am-4:30pm

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Financial Assistance for
Hospice Home in Michigan

Mother Teresa House is located in Lansing, Michigan.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Michigan.

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MI Choice Waiver

Michigan Medicaid MI Choice Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Michigan 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).
MI

Delivered through regional waiver agents; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Adult day care ($65/day)

Home Help Program

Michigan Home Help

Age 65+ or disabled
General Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medicaid threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
MI

Can hire family caregivers; less intensive than waiver.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 60 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

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

Michigan PACE

Age 55+
General Michigan resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
MI

16 PACE centers (e.g., Ingham, Wayne counties); expanding slowly.

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

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Michigan Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Michigan 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).
MI

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

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

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Michigan NFCSP Respite Care

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Michigan resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
MI

16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Michigan VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Michigan resident, wartime service, need for 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 limit
MI

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Mother Teresa House

Is Mother Teresa House in a walkable area?

Mother Teresa House has a walk score of 83. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Are there photos of Mother Teresa House?

Yes — there is 1 photo of Mother Teresa House in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of Mother Teresa House?

(517) 484-5494 will put you in contact with the team at Mother Teresa House.

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