The goal of our senior transitional care program is to minimize readmissions to the hospital. We at Visiting Angels Alexandria know that elderly people like to be at home rather than in a hospital. Our Ready-Set-Go Home program has been thoughtfully created to provide seniors and their families with various care levels, reducing the likelihood that they will need to return to the hospital. 

Contact Visiting Angels of Alexandria at 703-333-5086 for a free consultation.

Transitional Care in Alexandria, Arlington, VA, and Surrounding Areas

After being released from the hospital, about 25% of Medicare seniors return within 30 days. This might hinder their recuperation process and make it less likely that they will ever fully heal. It can also be upsetting.

It's critical to understand the factors contributing to seniors' high rate of readmissions to hospitals. Seniors who are discharged from the hospital too often experience difficulties that need a repeat visit because they are unable to take care of themselves in their fragile state. Their general health may deteriorate when they don’t have outside assistance with essential things like taking care of themselves, knowing when to take their medications, or washing. 

How Transitional Care Can Help Your Loved One

To address why elderly patients frequently return to the hospital after an extended hospitalization, we at Visiting Angels Alexandria handle transitional care in three ways. We extend our help even before the senior is released from the hospital. Using our Ready-Set-Go Home discharge planning tool, our care coordinators visit the hospital to talk with family members about their release plans and offer assistance.

After the senior returns home, the second stage is to provide care. Our caring staff can aid with personal care, walking assistance, and mobility support. They can prepare wholesome meals, send appropriate reminders, and drive elders to follow-up visits. After a significant illness, older folks who feel weak or lack energy frequently find this kind of trustworthy company quite substantial.

Our staff will assist with deliveries, logistics, and reminders during this care process at our local office. If your loved one receives this kind of support, they won't have to return to the hospital too soon. They can stay secure and happy at home for a more extended period.

Contact Visiting Angels Alexandria Today

Are you prepared to learn about Visiting Angels Alexandria's Ready-Set-Go Home transitional care program? Call us today for a free consultation in Alexandria, Potomac, Kingstowne, Franconia, Arlington, Fort Hunt, or any surrounding region!