VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Ohio
Hospice Care, Palliative Care & Respite Care · Cincinnati, OH

VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Ohio

Hospice Care, Palliative Care & Respite Care · Cincinnati, OH

Overview of Vitas Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Ohio

Vitas Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Ohio is a compassionate community in Cincinnati, OH, offering comprehensive inpatient hospice care. Their team aims to deliver 24/7 specialized care in a home-like setting that fosters comfort and healing. They welcome visitors at any time as they prioritize family presence to help residents feel at ease and loved while undergoing their treatments.

They strive to help residents return home as soon as possible, where they continue providing support to ensure their condition is stabilized. Additionally, VITAS partners with Cincinnati hospitals and facilities to ensure seamless, high-quality hospice care. Whether at home or in an inpatient setting, VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit goes the extra mile to enhance residents and their families’ quality of life during this critical time.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 44 / 100 Rank #322 / 704Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 322nd out of 704 homes in Ohio for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Ohio 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 Ohio 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

2 services
Inpatient Hospice Care
Hospice Care At Home

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific Programs24/7 Telecare, Condition-Specific Care, Intensive Comfort Care, Veterans Care, Paw Pals® Pet Visits, Grief and Bereavement Support
Operating Hours24/7

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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Parking Available

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Financial Assistance for
Hospice Care in Ohio

VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Ohio is located in Floor Cincinnati, Ohio.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Ohio.

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PASSPORT Waiver

Ohio Medicaid PASSPORT

Age 60+
General Ohio 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).
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Administered through regional agencies; waitlists possible.

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

Ohio Home Care Program (non-Medicaid)

OH HCP

Age 60+
General Ohio resident, at risk of decline.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
OH

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

Ohio Assisted Living Waiver

Age 21+ (65+ prioritized)
General OH resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (individual); QIT required.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
OH

Covers ~300 facilities; room/board not included (separate cost).

Benefits
Personal care Meals Medication management Transportation (~$3,000-$4,000/month value)

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

Ohio PACE (e.g., McGregor PACE)

Age 55+
General OH resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.
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Available in 9 counties (e.g., Cuyahoga, Franklin); expanding via Healthy Aging Grants.

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

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Ohio Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General OH 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).
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Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

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

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

Ohio HEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General OH resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
OH

Covers gas, electric, oil; emergency aid via Winter/Summer Crisis Programs.

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid ($500 max)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Ohio Family Caregiver Support Program

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

12 AAAs; rural/low-income priority; volunteer respite option.

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

Ohio VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General OH 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
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High veteran demand; supports care in multiple settings.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Homestead Exemption

Ohio Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ (or disabled)
General OH resident, homeowner, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$38,500/year individual, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Not assessed; home ownership required.
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Reduces taxable value by $25,000; applies to primary residence.

Benefits
Tax reduction (~$400-$800/year avg., varies by county)

Save the Dream Ohio (Homeowner Assistance Fund)

Ohio Save the Dream

Age 60+ prioritized
General OH resident, homeowner, hardship post-Jan 21, 2020.
Income Limits (2025) ~$147,600/year family of 4, 150% AMI; varies by county
Asset Limits Not assessed; hardship-focused.
OH

Covers delinquent mortgages, utilities, taxes; max $25,000 mortgage aid.

Benefits
Mortgage aid ($25,000 max) Utility/property tax aid ($5,000 avg.)

Frequently Asked Questions about VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Ohio

What neighborhood is VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Ohio in?

VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Ohio is in the Hartwell neighborhood.

Is VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Ohio in a walkable area?

VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Ohio has a walk score of 44. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are pets allowed at VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Ohio?

No, VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Ohio has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Ohio?

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What is the address of VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Ohio?

VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Ohio is located at 151 W Galbraith Rd 5Th Floor, Cincinnati, OH 45216.

What is the phone number of VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Ohio?

(800) 582-9533 will put you in contact with the team at VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit – Ohio.

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