VITAS Inpatient Unit at Villa Rosa

5131 Medical Drive

Suite 310

San Antonio, TX 78229

We understand how important home is to hospice patients. Should your loved one require a stay at the VITAS Inpatient Hospice Unit at Villa Rosa, you’ll be glad to know we’ve created a restful, homelike environment. Our goal is to take care of you and your loved one through this difficult time.

The VITAS inpatient hospice unit welcomes patients from San Antonio and surrounding counties. Our highly professional, interdisciplinary team makes sure each patient and family member gets individualized, round-the-clock care.

Meet the VITAS Inpatient Team

A VITAS IPU team manager

Team Manager

The team manager oversees all patient care in the inpatient hospice unit.
A VITAS physician

Physician

The physician closely monitors the progression of the patient’s illness, prescribes appropriate medications and coordinates care with other members of the team.
A VITAS hospice nurse

Hospice Nurse

The hospice nurse is skilled in assessing and managing pain and other symptoms. A nurse may also help with personal care.
A VITAS social worker

Social Worker

The social worker acts as a friendly and skilled listener and provides emotional support.
A VITAS chaplain

Chaplain

The chaplain ministers to the spiritual needs of patients and families of all faiths, and can work with their clergy.
A VITAS bereavement specialist

Bereavement Specialist

The bereavement specialist provides grief and loss support to the patient's loved ones.
A VITAS volunteer

Volunteer

The hospice volunteer can bring music or a Paw Pals animal companion, and spends quality time with the patient and family.
The VITAS Care Team