Tyler · Smith County · East Texas
Hospice in Tyler, Texas
Medicare-covered hospice in Tyler, Texas — at home, in a nursing facility, or in assisted living. Our nurses answer 24 hours a day, and a real nurse picks up the phone every time.
Same-day evaluations across Tyler · We come to you · Free for Medicare patients
Request a call back
01 —Serving Tyler
Built for Tyler families.
Tyler — the Rose Capital of America and the medical hub of East Texas — is home to two of the region's largest hospital systems and the families Azalea Hospice was built to serve. From the Azalea District and Old Town to Hollytree, the Cascades, and South Tyler, our nurses know the city, the roads, and the people. When a Tyler family calls, a real nurse answers — days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Tyler is the seat of Smith County. See our full Smith County hospice page → · Journal: what hospice is in Tyler → · questions families ask first →
Serving Tyler & Smith County
Azalea brings hospice care to families across Tyler and Smith County — at home, or wherever your family member lives. We come to you.
(903) 470-1994
Answered 24/7 — nights, weekends & holidays
02 —Where care happens
Wherever your family member lives in Tyler.
At home
Most Tyler families choose hospice at home — a house, apartment, or wherever your family member is most comfortable. The team comes to you.
Nursing facilities
We provide hospice care to residents of skilled-nursing and long-term-care facilities throughout Tyler, working alongside facility staff.
Hospice in a nursing home →Assisted living & memory care
Care continues wherever your family member lives — including assisted-living and memory-care communities across Tyler and South Tyler.
Hospice in assisted living →Hospital (inpatient)
When symptoms need round-the-clock management, general inpatient care is arranged, then we transition back home as soon as possible.
We coordinate discharges with Tyler's hospitals — including UT Health Tyler, CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances, UT Health North Campus Tyler— and handle the paperwork and the transition home so your family doesn't have to. For discharge planners and physicians, see our referral page.
03 —Areas we serve
Across Tyler and the communities around it.
Tyler neighborhoods
- The Azalea District
- The Cascades
- Hollytree
- Old Town / Brick Streets
- Midtown
- South Tyler
Nearby communities
- Lindale
- Whitehouse
- Bullard
- Flint
- Noonday
- Chandler
- New Chapel Hill
- Troup
- Arp
- Winona
ZIP codes served
75701 · 75702 · 75703 · 75704 · 75706 · 75707 · 75708 · 75709
04 —Our Services
Every level of care. All Medicare-covered.
Routine Home Care
Daily nursing, aide, and chaplain visits in the comfort of home.
Continuous Care
Extended nursing during acute episodes — available around the clock.
General Inpatient Care
Short-term inpatient placement when symptoms can't be managed at home.
Respite Care
Temporary relief for family caregivers — up to 5 days.
Palliative Care
Comfort-focused care that runs alongside curative treatment.
Bereavement Support
Counseling for the family for 13 months after the patient's death.
05 —Hospice by diagnosis
Specialized comfort care for Tyler families.
06 —What it costs
For most Tyler families: $0.
Medicare and Texas Medicaid cover 100% of hospice — nursing, medications for the terminal illness, equipment, aide visits, chaplaincy, social work, and bereavement support. No copay, no deductible. Most private plans mirror the benefit; we verify your specific coverage before anything starts.
07 —Common Questions
What Tyler families ask first.
How quickly can a hospice nurse get to my home in Tyler?
From the Azalea District to Hollytree to South Tyler, Azalea offers same-day evaluations across Tyler and 24/7 on-call nursing. From the time of a referral, most patients are admitted within 24 to 48 hours — and our clinical line is answered by a real nurse, not an answering service, every hour of the day.
Do you provide hospice in Tyler nursing homes and assisted-living communities?
Yes. Hospice care comes to wherever your family member lives — a private home, a skilled-nursing or long-term-care facility, or an assisted-living and memory-care community anywhere in Tyler. We coordinate directly with facility staff so nothing falls through the cracks.
Which Tyler hospitals do you coordinate with for discharge?
We coordinate discharges with Tyler's major hospitals — including UT Health Tyler, CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances, and UT Health North Campus Tyler — handling the paperwork and the transition home so your family doesn't have to.
How much does hospice cost in Tyler?
For Medicare and Medicaid patients, hospice is 100% covered — nursing, medications related to the terminal illness, equipment, aide visits, chaplaincy, social work, and 13 months of bereavement support. There is typically no cost to the family. Most private plans mirror the Medicare benefit; we verify your specific coverage before anything starts.
What areas around Tyler does Azalea Hospice serve?
Beyond Tyler itself, Azalea serves Lindale, Whitehouse, Bullard, Flint, Noonday, Chandler, Troup, Arp, Winona, and the rest of Smith County — plus seven more East Texas counties.
Can I get a same-day hospice evaluation in Tyler?
Yes. Azalea offers same-day evaluations across Tyler and Smith County. Call our intake line — a registered nurse answers 24/7 — and we can often schedule a visit the same day or within 24 hours.
Is hospice in Tyler the same as Smith County hospice care?
Tyler is the seat of Smith County — our clinical team serves both. This Tyler page focuses on the city itself (neighborhoods, hospitals, ZIP codes). For the full county overview, see our Smith County hospice page.
How do I start hospice care in Tyler?
Call (903) 470-1994 — no referral required to begin the conversation. A nurse will explain eligibility, verify Medicare or insurance coverage, and coordinate with your family member's physician. Most Tyler families are admitted within 24 to 48 hours of a referral.
Free Newsletter · East Texas
East Texas Family Compass
Free resources for families navigating hospice, caregiving, and end-of-life decisions in East Texas. No sales pitch — just plain guidance.
Accreditations & certifications
Medicare-Certified
CMS Provider · NPI #1700460789
Texas-Licensed
DSHS HCSSA #020708
CHAP Accredited
Independent accreditation