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Find the Right Hospice Care in Richardson, Texas

About 235 hospices currently serve Richardson, including 8 nonprofits, 57 with Veterans programs, and 7 with dedicated inpatient facilities. Use this list to compare options and talk with the hospices that feel right for your family. Richardson sits on the Dallas–Collin line. A Dallas or Plano hospice may not cover every Richardson ZIP. If care might also involve Plano, Garland, or Dallas County, start with that page.

We are a free, independent resource created by healthcare professionals to help Texas 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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Total Hospices

8

Nonprofit Organizations

7

With Dedicated Inpatient Facilities

57

With Veterans Programs

8

Offering Pediatric Hospice

3

Provide Spanish-Speaking

Every listing here is a Medicare-certified hospice that reports serving Richardson. The office might be elsewhere in North Texas — that is common. When you call, share your loved one’s address so the team can confirm they can come to you. TexasHospices.com is free for families.

Other important resources for Richardson families

Families in Richardson 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 Richardson

How many hospice providers serve Richardson, Texas?

This directory currently lists about 235 Medicare-certified hospice organizations that serve Richardson. That count reflects service coverage—not how many hospices have a headquarters inside city limits. Many teams travel to patients at home, in assisted living, or in nursing and memory care. 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 Richardson?

It helps to understand whether each hospice covers the patient’s exact address; how admission timing and after-hours nursing support work; 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 Veterans programs, 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 Richardson?

Yes—about 8 nonprofit hospice organizations currently appear among providers serving Richardson. Nonprofit and for-profit hospices must both meet Medicare certification standards.

Do hospices serving Richardson offer Veterans programs?

Yes—57 organizations serving Richardson list Veterans-focused programs (often including We Honor Veterans). If your loved one is a Veteran, ask about military-culture training, VA coordination, and how the team supports the whole family. Use the Veterans quick filter above, then confirm details directly with the hospice.

How quickly can hospice care begin in Richardson?

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, and the hospice team’s availability. 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 in Richardson?

Yes. Most hospice care is delivered where the patient lives—at a private residence in Richardson, or in assisted living, memory care, or a nursing facility. Most interdisciplinary teams visit on a schedule and provide 24/7 phone support for urgent needs. Some situations may need a short stay in an inpatient or contracted facility for symptom management. Always confirm that the hospice covers the specific community or ZIP where care will be provided.

Does a Plano or Dallas hospice automatically serve Richardson?

Not always. Confirm the Richardson address. The city crosses a county line.

How many hospices serving Richardson have a dedicated inpatient facility?

This directory currently lists 7 hospices serving Richardson that report a dedicated inpatient facility. That is different from routine home care. Use the inpatient filter on this page, then open a profile to see how they handle a short stay when symptoms are hard to manage at home. Always confirm with the team — a listing is a starting point.

Hospice Care in Richardson

Finding hospice care in Richardson

A hospital or doctor may give you one or two hospice names. You can still look at more options. This page is a free place to compare hospices that serve Richardson, then call the ones that feel like a fit. Asking questions does not mean you have chosen a hospice.

What families often compare

As you look through the list above, it often helps to ask:

  • Whether they can come to your loved one’s address in Richardson
  • How soon care can start, and who to call after hours
  • Help with aides, medications, and equipment
  • Whether a short inpatient or respite stay is possible if home care is not enough
  • Experience with your loved one’s condition, when that matters
  • Medicare quality information and family-experience scores on each profile
  • How the team keeps in touch with family caregivers

Where hospice care happens in Richardson

Most hospice care happens where your loved one already lives — at home, or in assisted living, memory care, or a nursing facility. If symptoms become hard to manage at home, some hospices can arrange a short stay in an inpatient setting. The right place depends on what your loved one needs and what each team can offer.

Local considerations for Richardson families

Richardson addresses can be Dallas County or Collin County. Share the ZIP. Do not treat Dallas, Plano, and Richardson as one territory.

When you compare, it often helps to:

  • Confirm Richardson and the ZIP
  • Ask whether the team also covers Plano or North Dallas if family logistics span those areas
  • Use Dallas County or Collin County for a wider view

This page is focused on Richardson itself.