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Lifepath Hospice-Hillsborough in Tampa, FL

Lifepath Hospice-Hillsborough is a senior community in Tampa, FL.

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Lifepath Hospice-Hillsborough in Tampa, FL

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Lifepath Hospice-Hillsborough

3010 W Azeele St, Tampa, FL 33609

To contact a resident: (813) 877-2200

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

2.5 from 54 reviews
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Overall Review of Lifepath Hospice-Hillsborough

common 8 reviews mention this

Caring, responsive hospice teams

Residents and families frequently describe compassionate, responsive care from hospice staff.

Many reviewers emphasize that staff treated loved ones with dignity and respect, and that calls and needs were answered. Several people specifically thank nurses, a nurse team, chaplains, and triage staff for being professional and genuinely caring. A few reviews also mention being able to get help at any hour during the end-of-life period. Families describe hospice staff as supportive through the final days, not just during visits.

caveat 21 reviews mention this

Communication and follow-through vary

Several families report delayed response, missed guidance, or poor coordination.

A recurring concern is difficulty getting timely help, with reviewers describing no call-backs, missed scheduled coverage, or unclear next steps. Some families describe having to repeatedly call to get medication, visits, or supplies arranged. Others mention problems with paperwork, enrollment, and coordination between teams. While a few reviewers report being responsive when they ask, multiple accounts describe the experience as disorganized or stressful because communication did not meet expectations.

caveat 13 reviews mention this

Medication, pain, and supplies

Some residents describe pain and supply issues that added stress at home.

Several reviews point to gaps in medication handling and pain control, including delays getting prescriptions and trouble keeping comfort needs addressed. A number of families also describe problems with receiving necessary supplies or equipment when expected, sometimes requiring off-pocket purchases. Some reviewers contrast this with individual staff members who did help, suggesting inconsistency across caregivers or situations. The common thread is that families sometimes felt unprepared for what hospice would provide day to day.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Coverage and scheduling uncertainty

Some families say scheduling and coverage depended on location and timing.

A recurring issue in the reviews is uncertainty around who would come, when, and whether nurses were available consistently. One reviewer says they discovered after the fact that nurse coverage was not available in their Tampa area and that attempts to pull staff from elsewhere left them feeling rushed. Others describe having a dedicated team early on and then struggling to reach an assigned nurse or getting visits that were late or inconsistent. In the same set of reviews, a smaller number of families describe more intensive coverage during early days or during critical moments.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Day Program Day Program

Transportation

  • Tampa International (3 miles away) Tampa International (3 miles away)
  • St. Petersburg-Clearwater International (12 miles away) St. Petersburg-Clearwater International (12 miles away)

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Tampa, Florida offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for individuals considering senior living. With several medical centers nearby such as South Tampa Medical Center and Moffitt Cancer Center, residents can easily access healthcare services. Additionally, there are numerous dining options including Acropolis Greek Taverna and True Food Kitchen for those who enjoy dining out. Pharmacies like Walgreens and CVS Pharmacy provide easy access to medications and other essentials. For leisure activities, parks such as Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park and Beach Park offer opportunities for outdoor recreation. In terms of transportation, National Car Rental and Hertz Rent A Car are available for any travel needs. Overall, this area provides a well-rounded environment with various services tailored to meet the needs of seniors.

Physicians

  • South Tampa Medical Center (0.2 miles)
  • Moffitt Cancer Center at International Plaza (2.2 miles)
  • Shady Grove Fertility (2.5 miles)
  • Fast Track Urgent Care Center (3.2 miles)
  • Women's Care Florida (3.2 miles)
  • Tower Radiology Centers - Habana (3.3 miles)
  • Tampa Bay Cardi Ovascular (3.6 miles)

Restaurants

  • Acropolis Greek Taverna (0.3 miles)
  • Soho Saloon (0.6 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.1 miles)
  • Shake Shack (1.1 miles)
  • On Swann (1.1 miles)
  • Ciro's Speakeasy and Supper Club (1.1 miles)
  • True Food Kitchen (1.2 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.6 miles)
  • Winn-Dixie (0.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.8 miles)

Cafes

  • Caffeine Roasters (0.6 miles)
  • Buddy Brew Coffee (0.8 miles)
  • Buddy Brew (1 miles)
  • Starbucks (1 miles)
  • Starbucks | UT (1.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.3 miles)

Parks

  • Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park (2 miles)
  • Beach Park (2 miles)
  • Ballast Point Park (3.6 miles)
  • Rivercrest Park (3.7 miles)
  • McKay Bay Nature Park (4.3 miles)
  • Grant Park (6.5 miles)

Transportation

  • National Car Rental (3 miles)
  • Hertz Rent A Car (3.1 miles)
  • Airside A (3.5 miles)
  • TSA Screening (3.5 miles)
  • Airside F (3.7 miles)
  • Tampa International Airport (TPA) (3.8 miles)
  • Main Terminal Tpa Tampa (3.8 miles)

Hospitals

  • Florida Hospital Carrollwood (5.1 miles)
  • Tampa Community Hospital (6.6 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Veterans 24 (7.1 miles)

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