How Transitional Care in Chicago Reduces Hospital Readmissions

Ready, Set, Go Home with Transitional Care

Did you know your loved one could benefit from having a transitional care provider assist them through their upcoming discharge from the hospital? Our Ready, Set, Go Home program includes a well-rounded range of services to support elderly adults in the area with the many challenges they may face as they are discharged from a medical facility. By partnering with Visiting Angels^® Chicago Lakeshore as you plan for your loved one's transition from hospital to home, you can help minimize their risk of returning to the hospital due to complications.

Understanding What Causes Hospital Readmissions

Many seniors are rehospitalized within a short period of time after being discharged. In fact, roughly 20% of seniors are readmitted to the hospital after only a month of leaving, according to statistics provided by Medicare. Going back to the hospital can be stressful for seniors and can also decrease the likelihood of them achieving their prior level of independence. As a result, reducing hospital readmissions among elderly adults is vital.

One of the reasons seniors often find they must return to the hospital is because they go through a period of functional decline after being discharged. During this period, it can be difficult for them to care for themselves, much less implement the directions provided by their physicians. Having the support of a dedicated senior care provider can make a huge difference in their ability to make progress in their recovery and avoid a repeat hospitalization.

How Our Transitional Care Program Helps Seniors in Chicago

We provide seniors with the many different forms of support they need through our Ready, Set, Go Home program. Included in this program is our Ready, Set, Go Home discharge planning guide, which seniors and their families can use to better understand their risks and to set expectations for the near future.

We also coordinate with families as they discuss the upcoming discharge with their loved one's physicians. Using this information, we build a comprehensive care plan that covers all the types of assistance the senior will need once they finally return home.

Do you have questions about getting started with our transitional care program? For more information, simply contact Visiting Angels Chicago Lakeshore and request a free consultation in Chicago, Lincoln Park, Lincoln Square, Uptown, River North, West Loop, South Loop, Old Town, Lakeview, Downtown, Streeterville, Bronzeville, Andersonville, or a nearby community.