Hospital-to-Home Transitional Care Supports Safe Recovery
In-home senior caregivers can provide the personal assistance your loved one needs to recovery safely at home in Westminster, CO
When your senior loved one, who is otherwise fairly independent and active, ends up in the hospital it is normal to worry that this is the beginning of a series of re-admissions. It is a known fact that hospital admissions can cost quite a bit, but what is even more concerning is the risk of your parent contracting a serious illness or infection during their stay.
Taking the necessary steps to avoid hospital readmission is a must and hiring in home senior caregivers from Visiting Angels can help. Our ‘Ready-Set-Go Home’ program is designed to support adults who are recovering from illness, surgery, or other hospital stays at home.
Re-Admissions Are Risky
Studies have shown that several factors can increase the odds of hospital readmission, and include:
- chronic illness and declining cognitive health
- lack of local support system – either from family or friends
- frequent falls or mobility issues
- not following doctor-ordered recovery plans
- mismanaging medications
Although this long list can seem frightening, there are several things you can do to avoid readmission and keep your loved one out of the hospital.
Planning for a Safe Recovery at Home
Before your loved one is scheduled to go home, start asking about discharge plans so you can be prepared for what’s coming. Make sure that all follow-up appointments are scheduled. This way, you’ll know what appointments your loved one has and the type of care schedule your looking for – mornings, days, number of hours, etc.
Keep in mind that your loved one will need a lot of help, not only to follow a doctor’s orders, but to get back on their feet and back into their daily routine. This is where in home senior caregivers can help. Trained professionals from Visiting Angels can help your loved one recover safely in the comfort of their home, where they will receive assistance with everyday tasks, support as well as friendly companionship.
How Visiting Angels of Westminster Can Help
We understand that following a discharge plan isn't easy for your loved one or for yourself as a family caregiver. Visiting Angels can keep your loved one safe and healthy at home, and out of the hospital.
At Visiting Angels we offer our Ready-Set-Go Home program designed to help seniors transition from the hospital to their home as comfortably as possible. Our in home senior caregivers can provide high-quality, non-medical care and offer coordination during discharge.
Our program begins at the hospital, where we will become familiar with your loved one’s needs and their recommended discharge plan. At home our in home senior caregivers will help your loved one with completing daily tasks and ensure that a doctor’s discharge plan is followed. Meanwhile, our staff members will help you manage all the different aspects of successful hospital discharge.
If you are interested in learning more about our Ready-Set-Go-Home program or our other services, contact our office in Westminster, CO.