Serving Jacksonville, St. Augustine and Communities in Duval, St. Johns and Clay Counties
Visiting Angels JACKSONVILLE, FL
3733 University Blvd W #212Jacksonville, FL 32217
Phone: 904-891-5943
Fax: 904-485-8882
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How Ready, Set, Go Home, and Transitional Care in Jacksonville Reduces
No one wants to experience hospital readmission after discharge from the hospital, but seniors are at an increased risk. Nearly 1 in 5 Medicare patients are readmitted within 30 days of discharge. At Visiting Angels® South Jacksonville, we improve patients’ readmission odds by coordinating care in their homes. Our transitional care program Ready-Set-Go Home helps seniors recover fully at home and avoid costly hospital readmissions.
When Transitional Care Management is Necessary
During a hospital stay, many seniors focus on leaving the hospital. Naturally, they’re excited to return to the comfort of their own homes. But this can leave them unprepared for the continuing recovery period and vulnerable to readmission.
Understanding why many hospital readmissions happen can keep your loved one’s at-home recovery on track.
Several pitfalls can lead to readmission:
- Failing to follow hospital discharge instructions correctly
- Trying to do too much, too soon
- Changes in physical mobility and sleep schedule
- Difficulty with new dietary restrictions
- Taking medications at the wrong time or taking the incorrect dose
- Falls or other injuries because of limited mobility
- Forgetting about doctors’ appointments and therapies
- Hiding or failing to report worsening symptoms
How Transitional Home Care in Florida Can Help
Ready-Set-Go Home is Visiting Angels’ transitional care program, providing temporary or long term care at home. Ready-Set-Go Home ensures that every client receives the support and companionship they need to recover. Our caregivers also help loved ones avoid costly hospital readmission.
1. At the hospital –
Transitional care from Visiting Angels South Jacksonville starts while your loved one is at the hospital. A caregiver from our team will spend time with your family member, encourage them, and provide professional guidance.
2. At home
After discharge, a professional caregiver will help your loved one at home. They’ll provide care customized to your loved one’s needs and schedule.
Some of our most popular services include mobility assistance, help bathing and dressing, housekeeping, and cooking. We also offer reminders to follow doctor’s discharge instructions and dietary guidelines. Our caregivers can also provide respite for family caregivers.
3. At our Jacksonville office
While your loved one is preparing to go home or settling in, we’re working behind the scenes. We’ll ensure your loved one has everything they need to recover. We can coordinate deliveries of medications, medical equipment, and groceries and provide transportation to follow-up appointments and therapies.
For more information on transitional care, call Visiting Angels South Jacksonville today at 904-891-5943. We’ll help you schedule a no-cost consultation. Our care is available to seniors in Jacksonville and the surrounding areas.
Serving Jacksonville, St. Augustine and Communities in Duval, St. Johns and Clay Counties
Visiting Angels JACKSONVILLE, FL
3733 University Blvd W #212Jacksonville, FL 32217
Phone: 904-891-5943
Fax: 904-485-8882
HHA299994392