Find the Right Hospice Care in St. John the Baptist Parish
About 41 hospices currently serve St. John the Baptist Parish, including 3 nonprofits and 2 with dedicated inpatient facilities. Use this list to compare options and talk with the hospices that feel right for your family. St. John the Baptist Parish is wider than any one city. Compare Medicare-certified hospices that report serving this parish, then confirm the street — a team that visits the parish seat may not be the team that comes after midnight to another community.
We are a free, independent resource created by healthcare professionals to help Louisiana families navigate hospice and end-of-life decisions. We bring together hospice provider comparisons, Medicare quality data, our Hospice Education Center, and trusted community resources so families can better understand their options and take the next step with confidence.
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Showing 20 of 41 providers
Haydel Memorial Hospice
Houma, LA
Guardian Angel Hospice
Metairie, LA
St Joseph Hospice - Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, LA
(Family Experience)
(18)
The Hospice of Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, LA
(Family Experience)
(0)
ACG Hospice - Houma
Houma, LA
Hospice in His Care
Baton Rouge, LA
VitalCaring - Lafayette
Lafayette, LA
Egan Hospice
Covington, LA
(Family Experience)
(7)
Anvoi Hospice
Metairie, LA
St Joseph Hospice - New Orleans
River Ridge, LA
(Family Experience)
(12)
ACG Hospice - Hammond
Hammond, LA
Hope Healthcare and Hospice - Houma
Houma, LA
Serenity Hospice Services
Metairie, LA
Audubon Hospice - Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, LA
(Family Experience)
(7)
Compassus - Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, LA
(Family Experience)
(12)
Gentiva - Prairieville
Prairieville, LA
(Family Experience)
(9)
Passages Hospice - Covington
Covington, LA
Hospice Associates of New Orleans
Metairie, LA
(Family Experience)
(11)
Interim HealthCare - Mandeville
Mandeville, LA
Modern Hospice
Hammond, LA
21 more providers available
Listings on this page are Medicare-certified hospice organizations that serve St. John the Baptist Parish. An office may be in one city while teams travel across the parish or from elsewhere in Baton Rouge and the River Parishes—always confirm coverage for the patient’s address. FindHospices.com is free for families.
Other important resources for St. John the Baptist Parish families
Families across St. John the Baptist Parish often discover that choosing a hospice is only one part of the journey. Questions about funeral arrangements, cremation, estate planning, elder law, probate, advance directives, veterans’ benefits, and other important decisions frequently arise at the same time.
Placements are limited and selective — we review applications and only accept organizations that meet our standards for this section. Listings are paid advertising, not recommendations or endorsements. Families review the information and choose professionals for themselves.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hospices in St. John the Baptist Parish
Do we have to use the hospice a hospital names in St. John the Baptist Parish?
No. A hospital or physician can share names they work with often. You may still compare any Medicare-certified hospice that will come to the patient’s address. Calling for information does not enroll you.
Should we contact more than one hospice about St. John the Baptist Parish?
Yes. Compare who covers the exact address, how soon a nurse can get there, and who answers after hours. A referral is a starting point, not a requirement to use one brand.
Can hospice care be provided at home in St. John the Baptist Parish?
Yes. Most hospice care happens where the patient already lives — a house or apartment, or assisted living, memory care, or a nursing facility. Ask the team to confirm that specific address.
How quickly can hospice start in St. John the Baptist Parish?
When hospice is medically appropriate, many teams begin within about 24–48 hours, and some can start the same day when staffing allows. Ask who comes first and how a night call is handled.
Hospice Care in St. John the Baptist Parish
Finding hospice care in St. John the Baptist Parish
Families searching for hospice care in St. John the Baptist Parish can use this page to compare Medicare-certified providers that serve communities across the parish—not only one city. You may receive a referral from a hospital or physician, and you should generally contact more than one hospice to ask about coverage, timing, and support. FindHospices.com brings service information, Medicare quality data, and contact options into one place so you can compare and take the next step with clearer information.
What to compare across the parish
When you call, ask about:
- Whether the hospice covers the patient’s exact city, suburb, or ZIP within the parish
- Admission timing and after-hours nursing support for that location
- Aide support, medications, and durable medical equipment coordination
- Inpatient or respite arrangements when home care is not enough
- Experience with the patient’s condition, when relevant
- Medicare quality and family-experience information shown on each profile
- How the team communicates with family caregivers across a multi-community service area
Where hospice care is provided in St. John the Baptist Parish
Hospice is usually provided wherever the patient lives—most often at home, and also in assisted living, memory care, nursing facilities, or group homes in communities throughout St. John the Baptist Parish. When symptoms need more intensive management, some hospices use their own inpatient unit or a contracted facility. The right setting depends on the patient’s needs and what each hospice can arrange locally.