Find the Right Hospice Care in Union County
Families looking for hospice care in Union County can compare providers serving communities across the county—including service areas, Medicare quality information, and direct contact options—before deciding which providers to contact.
We are a free, independent resource created by healthcare professionals to help Ohio 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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Filter and compare all 54 Union County hospice providers:
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Showing 20 of 54 providers
Otterbein Universal Hospice
Bellefontaine, OH
Ohio's Hospice - Marysville
Marysville, OH
(Family Experience)
(6)
Years Serving Ohio
Ohio's Hospice Loving Care
London, OH
(Family Experience)
(4)
Years Serving Ohio
VITAS Healthcare - Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
VITAS Healthcare - Dayton
Dayton, OH
VITAS Healthcare - Dublin
Dublin, OH
Gentiva Hospice - Columbus
Columbus, OH
Gentiva Hospice - Dayton
Dayton, OH
Heartland Hospice - Kettering
Kettering, OH
Nationwide Children's Hospital Homecare
Columbus, OH
(Family Experience)
(7)
Years Serving Ohio
Heartland Hospice - Fremont
Fremont, OH
Zusman Community Hospice
Columbus, OH
Heartland Hospice - Columbus
Columbus, OH
Heartland Hospice - Zanesville
Zanesville, OH
Bristol Hospice - Columbus
Columbus, OH
Ohio Living Home Health & Hospice - Greater Columbus
Westerville, OH
(Family Experience)
(11)
Years Serving Ohio
Gentiva Hospice - Marion
Marion, OH
Gentiva Hospice - Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon, OH
Grand Lake Hospice
Saint Marys, OH
HomeReach Hospice
Athens, OH
(Family Experience)
(4)
Years Serving Ohio
34 more providers available
Total Hospices
Nonprofit Organizations
With Dedicated Inpatient Facilities
Offering Pediatric Hospice
Listings on this page are Medicare-certified hospice organizations that serve Union County. An office may be in one city while teams travel across the county or from elsewhere in Central Ohio—always confirm coverage for the patient’s address. FindHospices.com is free for families.
Other important resources for Union County families
Families across Union County 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 Union County
How many hospice providers serve Union County?
This directory currently lists about 54 Medicare-certified hospice organizations that serve Union County. That count reflects county service coverage—not how many hospices have a headquarters in any one city. Teams often travel across multiple communities. Use the filters above to narrow by need, then confirm the patient’s address with any organization you contact.
What should I understand when choosing hospice care in Union County?
It helps to understand whether each hospice covers the patient’s exact community within Union County; how admission timing and after-hours nursing support work for that location; what aide support, medications, and equipment coordination look like; whether inpatient or respite options are available when home care is not enough; Medicare quality information and family-experience scores shown on this site; any specialties you may need (such as pediatric care, language support, or inpatient partners); typical visit frequency; and who to call after hours. Contacting a hospice for information does not obligate your family to enroll.
Are there nonprofit hospice options serving Union County?
Yes—about 14 nonprofit hospice organizations currently appear among providers serving Union County. Nonprofit and for-profit hospices must both meet Medicare certification standards.
Should we contact more than one hospice in Union County?
Yes. A referral is a starting point, not a lock-in. Compare who covers the patient’s community, how after-hours nursing works for that location, and Medicare quality information on each profile.
How quickly can hospice care begin in Union County?
When hospice is medically appropriate, many providers can begin within about 24–48 hours, and some offer same-day admission when staffing allows. Timing depends on the patient’s condition, physician orders, team availability, and travel distance within the county. Ask about after-hours admissions and who comes to the home first. The Quick Admission filter can help you spot organizations that emphasize faster starts—then verify with a phone call.
Can hospice care be provided at home anywhere in Union County?
Most hospice care is delivered where the patient lives—at a private residence, or in assisted living, memory care, or a nursing facility—in communities throughout Union County. Most interdisciplinary teams visit on a schedule and provide 24/7 phone support for urgent needs. Coverage still varies by address: always confirm that the hospice serves the specific community or ZIP where care will be provided.
Hospice Care in Union County
Finding hospice care in Union County
Families searching for hospice care in Union County can use this page to compare Medicare-certified providers that serve communities across the county—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 county
When you review the list above, focus on:
- Whether the hospice covers the patient’s exact city, suburb, or ZIP within the county
- 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 Union County
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 Union County. 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.