About Hospice Austin Your comfort. Our calling. As the first hospice in Central Texas, Hospice Austin was established more than 30 years ago by a group of doctors and concerned citizens for the sole purpose of serving families. Since then, we have provided end-of-life care to any person who needs us, regardless of the complexity of the illness, cost of care or a patient’s ability to pay. Hospice Austin is a nonprofit hospice. That means our resources are not used to benefit shareholders but instead go back into services that benefit patients and their families. It allows us to fulfill our mission of providing our patients with the very highest standards of care. We believe every person deserves peace and comfort, with care that emphasizes independence and respect and is tailored to his or her individual preferences.