Every faith is welcome
We honor the beliefs, traditions, and values that bring your family comfort.
Fredericksburg, Texas
Care that makes
home feel possible.
Compassionate hospice care that honors every person, every family, and every meaningful moment.
Serving the Texas Hill Country
Close to home,
wherever home is.
Based in Fredericksburg, we care for patients and their families across nine Hill Country and Central Texas counties. Here are a few of the communities within each county we serve.
- Bandera CountyBandera · Lakehills · Medina
- Bexar CountySan Antonio · Converse · Universal City
- Blanco CountyBlanco · Johnson City · Round Mountain
- Gillespie CountyFredericksburg · Harper · Stonewall
- Kendall CountyBoerne · Comfort · Kendalia
- Kerr CountyKerrville · Ingram · Hunt
- Kimble CountyJunction · London · Roosevelt
- Llano CountyLlano · Kingsland · Horseshoe Bay
- Mason CountyMason · Pontotoc
Care with room for every story
Here for the whole family.
Se habla Español
Our social workers, medical staff, and chaplains are fluent in Spanish.
Help understanding coverage
Medicare covers hospice care for eligible patients, including related medications and equipment. Small copayments or separate costs may apply. Explore hospice coverage or ask our team to help you understand your benefits.
A gentle hand when it matters most
More comfort.
More time together.
Choosing hospice care can feel overwhelming. We make it easier by coming to you with attentive medical care, practical guidance, and heartfelt support for the whole family.
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Our care begins by listening—to your loved one, to your family, and to what matters most now.
Ave Maria Hospice Team
Volunteer with Ave Maria
Make a difference.
By being there.
A listening ear. A favorite story. A quiet moment of companionship. Sometimes, the simplest gestures can make a meaningful difference in someone’s life.
Volunteering with Ave Maria is a rewarding way to share your time and kindness with neighbors in the Texas Hill Country. Whether you enjoy connecting with people or helping behind the scenes, we’ll explore a role that fits your interests and the needs of the families we serve.
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Help someone
take the next step.
Do you know someone navigating a serious illness and difficult decisions about care? You don’t have to have every answer to help them find support.
Family members, friends, and healthcare professionals can connect with our team to ask questions and discuss what comes next. With permission to share their contact details, you can request a conversation. Reaching out is a beginning—not a commitment to hospice.
Make a referralThe Ave Maria resource library
Knowledge to guide you.
A clearer way forward.
Deciding on hospice can be emotional, unfamiliar, and sometimes complex. Our library brings together clear, source-backed guidance shaped by hospice experience—from understanding care and insurance to finding practical help close to home.
You won’t find a sales pitch here. Our goal is to give you the tools to ask informed questions, understand your options, and take the next step that feels right for your family—even if you choose another care provider.
Explore all resourcesLet’s talk through it together