Agrace Hospicecare Inc

“The Executive Committee is composed of 5 members of the board. The committee has the authority to review and establish the CEO contract, executive level compensation and supplemental retirement plans, assess board and officer composition, recruitment and performance, and update board policies and procedures.”

“Agrace Health, Inc. became the sole member of Agrace Hospicecare, Inc. effective November 1, 2024.”

“The Controller and CFO performed a detailed review of Form 990 and the related schedules prior to filing the return. This included verification of all amounts for accuracy and completeness. The form and schedules were also reviewed for content, presentation and reasonableness. The entire Form 990 is made available to the entire executive leadership team and an entity specific highlights summary is provided. The entire Form 990 is provided to the entire Board of Directors prior to filing and is accompanied by a 990 highlight summary. The audit committee reviewed the Form 990 and related schedules for reasonableness. The Controller prepared a detailed summary of the Form 990 that was presented to the board of directors by Management.”

“Directors, officers, community committee members, and key employees (interested persons) are required to annually review the organization's Standards of Conduct, including the conflict-of-interest policy/statement. Interested persons are required to disclose potential or actual conflicts with the organization in writing via the annual questionnaire distributed electronically to each interested person. When a disclosure arises, the person shall promptly make disclosure of the interest to the governing board or committee. After disclosure and discussion, the interested person shall leave the governing board or committee meeting while the determination of a conflict of interest is further discussed and voted upon by the remaining disinterested governing board or committee members. Once an actual conflict of interest exists with respect to a particular contract, transaction, or arrangement the disinterested members of the board exercise due diligence to determine whether said contract, transaction or arrangement is reasonable. The conflict-of-interest questionnaires are reviewed by the Controller and Governance Manager. The Controller and Governance Manager determine whether a potential conflict exists based on the completed questionnaires submitted by each interested person. The result of that determination is reviewed with the CFO and CEO and approved by the Agrace Board.”

“Each year the organization gathers market data for determining compensation of the chief executive officer. This includes benchmarks of national, regional, and local compensation that are provided from independent compensation surveys. The VP, Human Resources presents this information to the executive committee of the board, along with pertinent 990 compensation reporting by similar sized non-profit hospices. Based on this information, the executive committee sets and approves the compensation package for the chief executive officer for the year and contemporaneously documents their approval in writing. THIS PROCESS WAS LAST UNDERTAKEN FEBRUARY 2024.”

“Every other year the organization gathers market data for compensation of the executive leadership team. This data includes benchmarks of national, regional, and local compensation that are provided from independent compensation surveys. Executive leadership pay is adjusted based on: 1) years of experience; 2) performance; and 3) market data for the 65th percentile of total compensation for the position. The VP, Human Resources presents the market data information to the executive committee of the board. Based on this information, the executive committee of the board approves the compensation package for the executive leadership team and documents their approval in writing. THIS PROCESS WAS LAST UNDERTAKEN FEBRUARY 2023.”

“These documents may be made available to the public upon receipt of a written request.”

“Community Bereavement Revenue - Total Revenue: 23142, Related or Exempt Function Revenue: 23142, Unrelated Business Revenue: , Revenue Excluded from Tax Under Sections 512, 513, or 514: ;”

“lives in the comprehensive, compassionate care we provide to patients and families while aging or seriously ill. SIGNIFICANT MISSION-RELATED ACTIVITY TOOK PLACE IN 2024: In 2024, Agrace served a total of 5,567 individual patients and clients through its Hospice Care, Palliative Care, Age at Home and Adult Day Center programs. Agrace Earns No. 5 Large Employer Award:Agrace was named the #1 Top Workplace among large companies in Madison by the Wisconsin State Journal. Winners of the Top Workplaces list are chosen solely on feedback from an employee survey. Agrace introduces Dementia Support Services As more and more people are now caregiving for a loved one who has memory loss, Agrace introduced Dementia Support Services that can provide guidance long before a person is eligible for hospice care. The "Learning to Live with Dementia" education series helps people (and their families) who are living with early- to mid-stage Alzheimer's disease or other dementias and need answers about the illness, how to access care and planning for future care decisions. During an Agrace Care Consultation, Agrace's dementia support specialist meets with individuals in person or virtually to offer personalized information and guidance. Agrace Establishes Operations in Milwaukee County In late 2024, Agrace opened a new office in Wauwatosa, Wis. from which it would establish hospice care operations serving all of Milwaukee Countying beginning in January, 2025. With this expansion, Agrace is able to serve people living throughout southern Wisconsin all the way from the Mississippi River to Lake Michigan. Agrace Implements New, High-quality Spanish Translation of Agrace.org Having health information in your preferred language is vital, but most instant translation apps are not reliable enough for medical content. After months of research and testing, Agrace began using a high-quality website translation tool that allows users to instantly switch between English and espanol on Agrace.org by clicking in the upper right corner. Agrace Recognized as Recipient of Crystal Vision Award In celebration of Eye Donation Month, Agrace was recognized by the Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin as a recipient of the 2024 Crystal Vision Award. In 2023, Agrace made a total of 27 donor referrals, helping recipients in Wisconsin, the United States, and worldwide-including individuals in Egypt and Morocco. This award is presented annually to hospices, hospitals and other community partners who demonstrate outstanding commitment and dedication to furthering the mission of giving the gift of sight, through organ and tissue donation. Agrace Named Partner of Solace Friends Inc. Agrace is proud to be one of four hospice providers supporting Solace Home, a newly opened adult family home in Madison for individuals with terminal illnesses who are unhoused or facing housing insecurity. This four-bedroom facility, created by Solace Friends, ensures compassionate end-of-life care for those in need. Agrace remains committed to expanding access to hospice care, regardless of financial or housing circumstances.”

“AGRACE HOSPICECARE PROVIDES CARE TO PATIENTS WHO MEET CERTAIN CRITERIA UNDER THE ORGANIZATION'S CHARITY CARE POLICY WITHOUT CHARGE OR AT AMOUNTS LESS THAN ESTABLISHED RATES. SUCH PATIENTS ARE IDENTIFIED BASED ON FINANCIAL INFORMATION OBTAINED FROM THE PATIENT AT THE TIME THEY ENROLL IN THE PROGRAM OR SUBSEQUENT CHANGES TO THEIR FINANCIAL CIRCUMSTANCES. BECAUSE THE ORGANIZATION DOES NOT PURSUE COLLECTION OF AMOUNTS DETERMINED TO QUALIFY AS CHARITY CARE, THEY ARE NOT REPORTED AS REVENUE. AGRACE HOSPICECARE'S MISSION, "Providing personalized care and support, where and when you need it, for life's changing health needs ," IS FULFILLED BY THE COMPREHENSIVE, COMPASSIONATE CARE WE PROVIDE TO PATIENTS AND FAMILIES FACED WITH LIFE-LIMITING ILLNESS, HELPING THEM TO LIVE AS FULLY AS THEY CAN UNTIL THE END OF LIFE. IN 2024, THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDED CHARITY CARE OF APPROXIMATELY $653,836. MOST PATIENTS AND FAMILIES WANT TO RECEIVE CARE AT HOME. Most AGRACE SERVICES ARE DELIVERED IN PATIENTS' HOMES OR IN HOMELIKE SETTINGS SUCH AS COMMUNITY-BASED RESIDENTIAL FACILITIES, ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES AND NURSING HOMES. AGRACE ALSO MAKES HOSPICE SERVICES AVAILABLE TO PATIENTS IN HOSPITAL SETTINGS. AGRACE PROVIDES ALL LEVELS OF CARE TO OUR PATIENTS AND MAINTAINS an INPATIENT UNIT FOR ACUTE, RESIDENTIAL AND RESPITE CARE, as well as hospice memory care.”

“(Expenses $ 2,251,392 including grants of $)(Revenue $ 4,816) COMMUNITY Education - AS THE Community's Nonprofit HOSPICE, AGRACE IS DEDICATED TO INCREASING AWARENESS AND UNDERSTANDING OF MATTERS RELATED TO serious illness, DEATH, DYING, CARE GIVING, and GRIEF. WITH OUR GUIDANCE, OUR NEIGHBORS ARE BETTER PREPARED TO MAKE DECISIONS ABOUT THE CARE THEY OR THEIR LOVED ONES RECEIVE. IN 2024, 180 NURSING AND MEDICAL STUDENTS, RESIDENTS AND FELLOWS, PHARMACY STUDENTS AND STUDENTS FROM OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONS PARTICIPATED IN ROTATIONS AT AGRACE. SINCE THE INITIATION OF THE AGRACE ROTATION PROGRAM IN 1995, APPROXIMATELY 3,283 STUDENTS, INTERNS, RESIDENTS, FELLOWS AND WORKING HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS FROM INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER LEARNING HAVE COMPLETED AN EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE AT AGRACE. AGRACE RECEIVES NO REIMBURSEMENT FOR THESE ROTATIONS WITH THE EXCEPTION OF AN ANNUAL STIPEND FROM THE UW-MADISON SCHOOL OF PHARMACY.”

“(Expenses $ 1,723,583 including grants of $)(Revenue $ 1,136,098) Agrace Age at Home, LLC is a disregarded entity that was established in 2018 to help Dane County seniors live independently as they age. Services are provided in the client's home to support independence: personal care, housekeeping, cooking, errands, companionship, exercise support, medication reminders and much more. Agrace Age at Home serves both hospice and non-hospice clients. In 2024, Age at Home caregivers served 154 clients and provided more than 23,870 hours of in-home care. In November 2024, Agrace Health, Inc. became the member of Age at Home.”

“(Expenses $ 1,591,980 including grants of $)(Revenue $ 23,142) SPIRITUAL & GRIEF SERVICES - AGRACE'S GRIEF support PROGRAM PROVIDES SERVICES TO PATIENTS, FAMILY MEMBERS AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS. IN 2024, AGRACE PROVIDED GRIEF SERVICES TO 3,870 community members - BOTH CHILDREN AND ADULTS. The Agrace Grief Support Center in Fitchburg, Wis., hosts grief support groups and one-on-one support. IN ADDITION TO INDIVIDUAL COUNSELING, AGRACE PROVIDES GRIEF SERVICES THROUGH GRIEF SUPPORT GROUPS, HOLIDAY REMEMBRANCE PROGRAMS, AND THE COMMUNITY TRAUMATIC DEATH RESPONSE TEAM. THESE PROGRAMS ARE OFFERED FOR A NOMINAL FEE, AND GRIEF SUPPORT GROUPS ARE OPEN TO ANYONE IN THE COMMUNITY EXPERIENCING GRIEF DUE TO A DEATH, NOT JUST TO PATIENTS AND FAMILIES SERVED BY AGRACE. In 2024, Agrace's Community Grief Team also provided 21 educational presentations to 357 people. Audiences included university students, faith leaders, alcohol/drug treatment participants, senior center attendees, area therapists, community organizations and community members. BUTTERFLY AND BRICK MEMORIALS ARE AVAILABLE FOR INDIVIDUALS TO MEMORIALIZE OR HONOR THE LIFE OF A LOVED ONE. ALTHOUGH PROVIDING GRIEF SUPPORT IS REQUIRED BY STATE AND FEDERAL REGULATIONS, GRIEF SUPPORT SERVICES ARE NOT COVERED BY INSURANCE, MEDICARE, OR MEDICAID REIMBURSEMENT. AGRACE PROVIDES THESE SERVICES BECAUSE THE ORGANIZATION BELIEVES THEY ARE CRITICAL TO HELPING FAMILIES RETURN TO FUNCTIONAL LIVING AFTER THEIR LOSS.”

“(Expenses $ 1,143,623 including grants of $)(Revenue $ 570,803) Agrace Adult Day Center, LLC is a disregarded entity that was established in 2020. In July 2021, Agrace opened its doors to a freestanding Adult Day Center located at 1702 W. Beltline Highway, Madison. The Center is a safe, supportive place for older adults who need companionship and help with daily activities. As clients enroll at the Center, they have a functional assessment to help our staff understand their needs and interests so what they like can be woven into their daily activities. In 2024, the Center provided daytime care to 120 clients. In November 2024, Agrace Health, Inc. became the member of Agrace Adult Day Center.”

“CHANGE IN INTEREST IN NET ASSETS OF AFFILIATES - -XXX-XX-XXXX; Total - -XXX-XX-XXXX;”