St. Mary’s Home Health & Hospice

Overview of St. Mary’s Home Health & Hospice

Receive the utmost care you deserve from St. Mary’s Home Health & Hospice, a dependable community in Fresno, CA, that offers home health, hospice, and palliative care. The community strives to improve the quality of life of terminally ill older adults, providing top-tier care tailored to their needs with a compassionate and highly skilled team. Older adults ease their worries and live comfortably in their later years, accompanied by the community’s dedicated care.

Promoting comfort and familiarity, the community focuses on easing older adults’ discomfort and pain for a worry-free retirement. Medical supplies and medication are also provided to meet older adults’ medical needs. Dedicated and cheerful volunteers accompany older adults to lighten their moods and prevent loneliness. Begin your end-of-life journey, accompanied by the community’s exceptional care.

(559) 221-9919

Types of Care at St. Mary’s Home Health & Hospice

Hospice Care

Walk Score: 66 / 100

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

About this community

AwardsBest Home Health Agencies by U.S. News & World Report, America's Best Home Health Agencies by Newsweek

AccreditationsJoint Commission

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Nursing Services

24-Hour Staffing

Home Care

Specific ProgramsPalliative Care, Bereavement Support, Fall Prevention, Virtual Care, Wound Care, Grief Support Groups, Remembrance Events

Volunteer ProgramsYes

4.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Fresno's city center to St. Mary’s Home Health & Hospice's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+

General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.

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

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

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits

In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+

General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.

Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits

Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+

General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.

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

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits

Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+

General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.

Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually

Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits

Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled

General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.

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

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits

Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age —

General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.

Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.

Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits

Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

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St. Mary’s Home Health & Hospice	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.	Fresno (Mclane)	-	No	66	-	-
Ardent Hospice & Palliative Care of Fresno, Inc.	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.	Fresno (Mclane)	-	No	66	A+	-
Fresno Hospice	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.	Fresno	-	No	61	-	-
Bristol Hospice – Fresno	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.	Fresno	-	No	53	-	-
Oyuna Hospice, Inc.	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.	Fresno	-	No	83	-	-

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What neighborhood is St. Mary’s Home Health & Hospice in?

St. Mary’s Home Health & Hospice is in the McLane neighborhood.

Is St. Mary’s Home Health & Hospice in a walkable area?

St. Mary’s Home Health & Hospice has a walk score of 66. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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What is the address of St. Mary’s Home Health & Hospice?

St. Mary’s Home Health & Hospice is located at 3180 E Shields Ave, Fresno, CA 93726.

What is the phone number of St. Mary’s Home Health & Hospice?

(559) 221-9919 will put you in contact with the team at St. Mary’s Home Health & Hospice.

Is St. Mary’s Home Health & Hospice Medicare or Medicaid certified?

St. Mary’s Home Health & Hospice is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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