Amedisys Hospice Care – Florence

Hospice Home, Hospice Care & Home Care · Florence, AL

412 S Court St Suite 302, Florence, AL 35630 View map

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Amedisys Hospice Care – Florence accepts Medicaid and Medicare.

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Amedisys Hospice Care – Florence accepts Medicaid and Medicare.

Overview of Amedisys Hospice Care – Florence

Located in Florence, Alabama, Amedisys Hospice Care offers acclaimed hospice care for those nearing the end of their journey. Fully-committed to providing a comfortable experience for your elderly loved one, Amedisys collaborates with clients to develop tailor-made care programs that bolster quality of life. A professional and compassionate team delivers gold standard nursing care, pain and symptom management, hospice aides, emotional and spiritual support for elderly loved ones as well as their family.

With their team on-call and available 24/7, Amedisys also services seniors in the nearby Colbert, Lauderdale, Limestone, Winston, Franklin, Lawrence, and Marion areas. Affordability is non-issue as well, as hospice care is typically 100% shouldered by Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurances.

(256) 760-7877

Types of Care at Amedisys Hospice Care – Florence

Hospice Care Home Care

Walk Score: 60 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)

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About this community

Facility TypeHospice

StatusRegular

CountyLauderdale

Business TypeLimited Liability Company

Amedisys Hospice Care – Florence is administrated by Amanda Smith.

Accept Medicaid

Accept Medicare

Respite Care

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Palliative Care

Specific ProgramsPain Management, Hospice Aide, Social Work Services, Hospice Volunteer Companionship, Chaplain Spiritual Support, Bereavement Support, Bereavement Support Groups, Dementia Specialty Program, End-Stage Heart Failure Program, Veterans

Volunteer ProgramsYes

Operating Hours24/7

0.3 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Florence's city center to Amedisys Hospice Care – Florence's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.14 miles to nearest hospital (DaVita Florence Dialysis)

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Elderly and Disabled Waiver

Alabama Medicaid E&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled

General Alabama resident, Medicaid-eligible, requires nursing home-level care but can live in community with support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

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

Must be assessed by a nurse for nursing home-level care need.

Benefits

In-home personal care (4-6 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$50/day avg.) Home-delivered meals Case management

Alabama Respite for Caregivers Program

Alabama Respite (via NFCSP)

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)

General Alabama resident.

Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Asset Limits Not applicable.

Focus on rural caregivers; limited funding.

Benefits

In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$50/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

SenioRx Prescription Assistance Program

AL SenioRx

Age 55+

General Alabama resident, chronic illness requiring daily medication, not fully covered by other drug plans.

Income Limits ~$3,000/month individual, varies by AAA

Asset Limits Not strictly enforced; income-focused.

High ROI; saved $43.5M for 6,825 participants in FY 2022.

Benefits

Prescription cost reduction (avg. $6,300/year savings per participant) Medication management support

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

AL WAP

Age 60+ priority

General Alabama resident, own or rent home, low-income status.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month 200% of poverty level, individual

Asset Limits Not applicable; income-driven.

Prioritizes seniors and disabled; limited annual funding.

Benefits

Insulation Weather stripping HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000 in annual energy savings)

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly

AL Section 202

Age 62+

General Alabama resident, very low income, able to live independently with support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,500/month 50% of area median income, individual, varies by county

Asset Limits $10,000 individual, excludes home if owned

High demand in urban areas like Birmingham; limited units statewide.

Benefits

Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month) On-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value)

Alabama CARES Program

AL CARES

Age —

General Caregivers of Alabama residents aged 60+ needing assistance with 3+ daily activities; no age limit for caregivers.

Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing based on recipient’s income e.g., ~$2,500/month threshold

Asset Limits Not applicable; focus on need.

Prioritizes caregivers with greatest economic/social need; complements respite programs like AL Lifespan Respite.

Benefits

Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplemental supplies (e.g., $200/year avg.)

Compare Hospice Home around Florence

The information below is reported by the Alabama Department of Public Health, Bureau of Health Provider Standards.

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Amedisys Hospice Care – Florence	HH Hospice Home HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.	Florence	-	No	60	-	A+	Amanda Smith
Shoals Hospice LLC	HH Hospice Home HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.	Florence	-	No	36	-	-	-
Affinity Hospice	HH Hospice Home HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Florence	-	No	46	-	-	-
SouthernCare New Beacon	HH Hospice Home AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Florence	-	No	58	-	-	-
Florence Hospice – Compassus	HH Hospice Home HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.	Florence	-	No	65	-	-	-

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Is Amedisys Hospice Care – Florence in a walkable area?

Amedisys Hospice Care – Florence has a walk score of 60. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Who is the administrator of Amedisys Hospice Care – Florence?

Amanda Smith is the administrator of Amedisys Hospice Care – Florence.

Are there photos of Amedisys Hospice Care – Florence?

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What is the phone number of Amedisys Hospice Care – Florence?

(256) 760-7877 will put you in contact with the team at Amedisys Hospice Care – Florence.

What county is Amedisys Hospice Care – Florence located in?

Amedisys Hospice Care – Florence is in Lauderdale County.

Is Amedisys Hospice Care – Florence Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Amedisys Hospice Care – Florence is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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