Huntsville Hospital Hospice Family Care

Overview of Huntsville Hospital Hospice Family Care

Huntsville Hospital Hospice Family Care, located in Huntsville, Alabama, is a dedicated hospice care provider offering a range of services to the community. Their facility includes an inpatient hospice unit and a team of compassionate volunteers. The institution, operating as a not-for-profit organization since 1979, has established a reputation for delivering hospice and bereavement care with both expertise and empathy. Their team plans to expand its services by introducing outpatient palliative care in the near future.
Their comprehensive care offerings encompass routine home care, general inpatient care, respite care, and continuous home care. In addition to professional support, the community benefits from hospice volunteers who generously provide various forms of assistance to patients and their families. This includes running errands, meal preparation, offering emotional support, companionship, and more. With hospice care available around the clock, seven days a week, this compassionate facility, nestled amidst nature, provides a comforting and caring home-like environment for individuals and their loved ones.

(256) 650-1212

Walk Score: 54 / 100

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

About this community

Facility TypeHospice

StatusRegular

CountyMadison

Business TypeLimited Liability Company

Huntsville Hospital Hospice Family Care is administrated by Carisa Proctor.

Accept Medicare

Respite Care

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Bereavement Care

Specific ProgramsHome hospice, inpatient hospice

Volunteer ProgramsYes

Operating HoursMonday - Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

8.2 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Huntsville's city center to Huntsville Hospital Hospice Family Care's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.16 miles to nearest hospital (American Family Care Whitesburg)

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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 around Huntsville

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

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Huntsville Hospital Hospice Family Care	HOS Hospice Care Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal diagnosis and six months or less to live. Prioritizes pain management and quality of life over curative treatment. Covered in full by Medicare Part A. 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.	Huntsville	-	No	54	-	Carisa Proctor
Compassus	HOS Hospice Care Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal diagnosis and six months or less to live. Prioritizes pain management and quality of life over curative treatment. Covered in full by Medicare Part A. 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.	Huntsville	-	No	46	-	-
Gentiva Hospice – Huntsville	HOS Hospice Care Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal diagnosis and six months or less to live. Prioritizes pain management and quality of life over curative treatment. Covered in full by Medicare Part A. 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.	Huntsville	-	No	6	-	-

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Is Huntsville Hospital Hospice Family Care in a walkable area?

Huntsville Hospital Hospice Family Care has a walk score of 54. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Who is the administrator of Huntsville Hospital Hospice Family Care?

Carisa Proctor is the administrator of Huntsville Hospital Hospice Family Care.

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What is the phone number of Huntsville Hospital Hospice Family Care?

(256) 650-1212 will put you in contact with the team at Huntsville Hospital Hospice Family Care.

What county is Huntsville Hospital Hospice Family Care located in?

Huntsville Hospital Hospice Family Care is in Madison County.

Is Huntsville Hospital Hospice Family Care Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Huntsville Hospital Hospice Family Care is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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