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Hospice of Garrett County

203 S 2nd St

4.2(5 ratings)· Oakland average: 3.2

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Quick Facts

Medicare quality
3.0 of 5 stars

Home Health Compare

Medicare certified
Since 1987
Bereavement support
Family support continues for 13 months after death
Cost to families
All hospice services provided at no cost
Care settings served
Care given in homes, assisted living, or nursing facilities

What Families Think

Hospice of Garrett County provides in-home and facility-based end-of-life care for patients in Garrett County, offering nursing, CNA support, social work, and bereavement follow-up. Most reviewers describe deeply compassionate, supportive care through a family member's death, though one review raises serious concerns about pain management and scheduling inconsistency.

The Good

  • Families describe staff as compassionate and supportive
  • Walks families through the entire dying process
  • Bereavement support continues after a loved one's death
  • Provides equipment like beds, diapers, and wipes

The Bad

  • One report of inadequate pain control and hygiene care
  • One reviewer noted CNA visit times shift unpredictably

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Hospice of Garrett County is a home health agency serving Oakland, Maryland offering Home Health. Amenities include Emergency Call System, 24-Hour Staff and Medication Management. Families rate it 4.2 out of 5 across 5 reviews.

About Hospice of Garrett County

Hospice of Garrett County provides total in-home or home-like hospice care for terminally ill patients with six months or less to live in Oakland, Maryland. The organization serves patients in their private homes, assisted living facilities, and skilled nursing facilities throughout Garrett County.

Services include in-home nursing care, certified nursing assistants, social workers, volunteer caregivers, dietary counseling, medical supplies, equipment, and medications. Short-term or respite care is available as needed, provided at no cost to the patient or family.

The organization offers comprehensive support addressing pain control and physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs for both patients and their families during the illness. Following a patient's death, Hospice of Garrett County provides bereavement services and support to family members and caregivers for up to 13 months.

Types of Care at Hospice of Garrett County

Home Health

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

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Reviews of Hospice of Garrett County

4.2overall · 5 ratings combined

4.2★ on Google (5)

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Sara Sweitzer

Jun 2025

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My family was blessed to have Hospice of Garrett County care for my Pap, Granny, and uncles during their transition. Their staff are truly angels on Earth. Death is the most natural part of life, hospice helps make that transition with love in every step, giving holistic care and making sure suffering is minimized. They are with their patients the whole way, giving dignity and comfort. They truly care, and support the whole family. I will forever be grateful for this organization. If you have a loved one that is close to moving on, please don’t hesitate to reach out to them. It is hard to accept that your loved one may need hospice, but it will likely be the best thing you could do for them. Thank you to all the staff and volunteers. May God bless you ❤️

Chelsea

Jul 2024

via Google ↗

The staff did a wonderful job with my grandfather! From coming to 3 days a week to 5 during his final days. They gave all things needed such as a bed, bedding, diapers, and wipes. They prepare you for what is to come and are there to the end and after! They do monthly mailing or monthly phone calls for 13 months. The only issue is the scheduling for the cna. There isn’t a set schedule or time so you’re expecting them at a certain time and their schedules get switched around but no fault to the cna. Megan was truly amazing during the final days and after passing.

Elizabeth King

Jan 2023

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This place is a Godsend! They have been there for a few of my family members passing and they couldn’t have been better. They walk you through everything and they are there when it’s over too. They taught us so much and were so kind. You definitely have to get the person you are comfortable and click with but I couldn’t recommend this place more.

Kim W

Oct 2020

via Google ↗

I am highly disappointed with my husbands hospice care. He shouldn’t suffer in pain during his last days. His pain is first priority however they are neglecting his pain. I am in process to revoke his parents as POA. I should be able to move him back home with us. My husband had hospice a month ago however was disappointed and release hospice to get better care at hospital and than ended back on hospice care. I wish there was more options that could handle his medical condition properly and give him much needed comfort care. He hasn’t even been sponge bath and smells. This is unacceptable.

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Medicare Quality of Care

Hospice of Garrett County is a Medicare-certified home health agency (certified since 1987). The figures below come from Medicare's Home Health Compare program and are updated quarterly. Percentages are shares of patients; higher is better unless noted.

Quality of patient care

3.0 / 5

Medicare star rating

Services offered

  • Skilled nursing
  • Physical therapy
  • Occupational therapy
  • Speech therapy
  • Medical social services
  • Home health aide

What patients say

5.0 / 5 patient survey rating

  • Would definitely recommend the agency87%US 79%
  • Rated their overall care 9 or 10 out of 1093%US 85%
  • Care was given in a professional way90%US 89%
  • The team communicated well90%US 86%
  • The team discussed medicines, pain and home safety85%US 82%

159 completed patient surveys, 36% response rate.

Hospital outcomes

  • Discharged to the community93%US 80%Better than
  • Readmitted to hospital after discharge (30 days) (lower is better)4%US 4%Same as
  • Preventable hospital visits during care (lower is better)7%US 11%Better than

How patients did

  • Care started within 2 days of referral89%US 94%
  • Patients got better at walking or moving around87%US 83%
  • Patients got better at getting in and out of bed91%US 83%
  • Patients got better at bathing86%US 86%
  • Patients' breathing improved87%US 85%
  • Patients got better at taking medications correctly84%US 81%
  • Patients who had a fall with major injury (lower is better)1%US 1%
  • Patients with new or worsened pressure ulcers (lower is better)1%US 0%
  • Discharge function score met or exceeded expectations77%US 61%

Service area

Hospice of Garrett County reports serving 12 ZIP codes, including Accident, Barton, Bittinger, Bloomington, Friendsville, Frostburg, Grantsville, Kitzmiller, Lonaconing, Mc Henry and more. Search by your ZIP code to confirm coverage; agencies that cover it are marked “Serves your ZIP”.

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Home Health Care Compare and the HHCAHPS patient survey. CCN 217809. National figures are the average across all certified agencies.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Hospice of Garrett County offer?

Hospice of Garrett County offers Home Health.

Where is Hospice of Garrett County located?

Hospice of Garrett County is located at 203 S 2nd St in Oakland, Maryland.

What do families say about Hospice of Garrett County?

Hospice of Garrett County provides in-home and facility-based end-of-life care for patients in Garrett County, offering nursing, CNA support, social work, and bereavement follow-up. Most reviewers describe deeply compassionate, supportive care through a family member's death, though one review raises serious concerns about pain management and scheduling inconsistency.

Does Medicare cover care from Hospice of Garrett County?

Yes. Hospice of Garrett County is a Medicare-certified home health agency, so Medicare Part A or Part B pays in full for skilled nursing, therapy and home health aide visits when a doctor orders them and the patient is homebound. There is no copay for covered home health visits. Medicare rates the agency's quality of patient care 3.0 out of 5 stars.

Do I need a referral to use Hospice of Garrett County?

For Medicare to pay, yes: a doctor, nurse practitioner or physician assistant must certify that care is needed and sign a plan of care. Families can call the agency first, and the agency will usually contact the doctor to arrange the order. Ongoing help with bathing, meals and companionship is a different service, non-medical home care, which needs no referral.

How can families visit Hospice of Garrett County?

Submit the Request Information form on this page to connect with Hospice of Garrett County and arrange a tour. Sharing your timeline and care needs up front helps the community prepare for your visit.

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