Hospice Care in Minneapolis, Minnesota — Free Directory
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Searching for hospice care in Minneapolis is something most of us only do once, often during the hardest week of our lives. This directory exists to make that search faster and gentler — a clear list of verified hospice providers serving Minneapolis and Hennepin County, with the information families actually need. Free. No signup. No "click here to be contacted by a representative."
How Hospice in Minneapolis Works
Minneapolis is served by some of the largest and most-respected hospice programs in the upper Midwest, including hospital-affiliated programs (M Health Fairview, HealthPartners, Allina, Hennepin Healthcare) and standalone community-based hospices. Most hospice care in Minneapolis happens in the patient's home — whether that's a private residence, an assisted living, or a nursing facility — with hospice teams traveling to where the person lives.
For families outside Minneapolis proper, our Hennepin County hospice listings cover Edina, Bloomington, Plymouth, Maple Grove, Brooklyn Park, Eden Prairie, Minnetonka, Hopkins, and more. For Saint Paul and the East Metro, see our Saint Paul hospice directory.
What's Covered & What It Costs in Minneapolis
Most Minneapolis families navigating hospice will use one of three coverage paths:
- Medicare Hospice Benefit — For those 65+ or those qualifying for Social Security Disability. Covers nearly all hospice services with no out-of-pocket cost.
- Minnesota Medical Assistance (Medicaid) hospice benefit — For those enrolled in MA. Covers the full benefit; generally $0 out-of-pocket. See our complete Minnesota Medicaid hospice guide.
- VA hospice benefit — Veterans may qualify for additional VA-paid hospice services on top of Medicare/Medicaid.
Private insurance plans almost always cover hospice — check specific plan documents.
How to Choose a Hospice in Minneapolis
Questions to ask each Minneapolis hospice you consider:
- Service area — Do they serve the patient's zip code, including Hennepin County suburbs?
- Setting flexibility — Do they provide hospice at home, in assisted living, in skilled nursing, and in inpatient hospice settings?
- Inpatient hospice unit — Do they have a residential hospice house if symptoms become unmanageable at home?
- Specialty programs — Dementia-specialized care, pediatric hospice, veteran's program ("We Honor Veterans"), Hmong/Karen/Somali/Spanish/Oromo language support
- Response speed — Same-day first visit possible? Hospital bed and meds delivered when?
- 24/7 hospice nurse line — Answered by a hospice nurse, or an answering service?
- Bereavement program — What family support is included after the loss?
- Volunteer program — Are companion volunteers available?
Minneapolis–Area Hospice Providers (Verified)
Each listing verified for current address, phone, Medicare certification, and Minnesota DHS enrollment. Last verified: 2026-05-13. Alphabetical, not ranked. Submit corrections or claim a listing at help@senova.info.
(Listings populated dynamically from Senova provider database — top 12 Minneapolis-area hospices. For each: name, phone, address, service area, accepted insurance, specialty programs, languages, founded year, link to detail page.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Hospice in Minneapolis
How fast can hospice start in Minneapolis? Most Minneapolis-area hospices can begin care within 24 hours of referral and election form signing — often the same day for hospital discharges or urgent home situations.
Are there hospice houses (inpatient residential hospices) in Minneapolis? Yes. Several Minneapolis-area providers operate inpatient hospice houses; others have contracted inpatient units within hospital partners. We list current options in the directory above.
Can hospice happen in assisted living or skilled nursing in Minneapolis? Yes — hospice care is delivered alongside the existing facility's care. Most Minneapolis senior living communities have established partnerships with hospice providers.
What if my loved one is currently at HCMC, Abbott Northwestern, Methodist, or another Minneapolis hospital? Ask to speak with a hospital social worker or case manager. They can initiate a hospice referral while the patient is still admitted and coordinate transition home — same day if needed.
Is Minneapolis hospice care available in languages other than English? Yes. Several Minneapolis hospices have culturally specific teams for Hmong, Karen, Somali, Spanish-speaking, and Oromo families. Filter by language in the directory above.
Does the Minneapolis VA Medical Center provide hospice? Yes — for veterans receiving care through the VA, the Minneapolis VA can provide hospice services or coordinate with community hospices via the VA Community Care Network.
Local Resources for Minneapolis Families
- Senior LinkAge Line — 800-333-2433 — Free statewide help with hospice, Medicaid, and caregiver navigation
- Hennepin County Aging Services — 612-348-9590
- Twin Cities Caregiver Coalition — Support groups and peer mentors
- VA Minneapolis Health Care System — 612-725-2000
Need Help Choosing? We're Here.
If the list above feels overwhelming, that's normal — and you don't have to choose alone. Email help@senova.info with the patient's city, primary diagnosis or situation, insurance, language preference, and any specialty needs. A real person on our care team replies within one business day with a personalized shortlist.
You can also use our eligibility checker to see what hospice coverage may apply, or our care quiz to see if hospice is the right next step (vs. palliative care or home health).
Nearby city pages: Saint Paul · Edina · Bloomington · Plymouth · Maple Grove · Eden Prairie · Brooklyn Park · Minnetonka
Other services in Minneapolis: Home Health · Adult Day Care · Drug & Alcohol Treatment · Assisted Living
Statewide: All Minnesota Hospice Providers
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