Transitional Care in Beverly Hills Reduces Hospital Readmissions

Ready, Set, Go Home with Transitional Care

Seniors often need dedicated support as they transition from a hospital stay back to the home environment. At Visiting Angels® Beverly Hills & West Hollywood, we have a special transitional care program to support these seniors and lower their risk of rehospitalization. Called Ready, Set, Go Home, this program includes the many types of support elderly adults need before, during, and after a hospital discharge.

Why is Transitional Care So Important For Seniors in Beverly Hills?

Transitional care can be crucial for the senior demographic because of the large number of older adults who are readmitted to the hospital shortly after being discharged. In fact, almost one in five Medicare beneficiaries are rehospitalized within the 30 days following their discharge, according to data from Medicare.

The reasons for this pattern are numerous. In some cases, seniors feel too exhausted after their hospital stay to care for themselves and complete the follow-up steps outlined for them by their doctor. In other cases, elderly adults may be dealing with mobility issues or lingering symptoms that make it difficult for them to complete even basic tasks. Without the help of a care provider, the health and well-being of these individuals can quickly decline, requiring another stressful hospital stay and ultimately hindering their ability to age in place independently. 

How Transitional Care Can Help

Our approach to transitional care in Beverly Hills begins with help at the hospital. We discuss the senior's needs with their family and give them our Ready, Set, Go Home discharge planning guide. This process helps ensure there is a solid plan in place for the discharge day that includes input from the senior care recipient, their family, their healthcare providers, and our own care coordinators.  

Once the senior makes their return home, they will have a helping hand with their daily routines and many aspects of the recovery process. Not only do we offer physical assistance with everyday tasks, but we also ensure our clients are following their recovery instructions. We hope to help our clients make a full recovery and age in place safely during this time.

Here are some of the transitional care services we offer:

• Assistance with showering and dressing
• Reminders to take medication
• Running errands
• Preparing nutritious meals
• Transportation to follow-up appointments

Your loved one will receive a care plan that is tailored to their specific recovery period. Based on the illness, injury, or operation they went through, we can assist them in a way that makes recovery more attainable. Our care coordinators and caregivers are happy to work with you and your loved one's physicians to create a personalized care plan.

When you choose Visiting Angels Beverly Hills & West Hollywood, you can rest assured your loved one is in good hands. Our caregivers have been fully vetted through a series of background checks and interviews. This allows us to select individuals who are knowledgeable, compassionate, and detail-oriented. We also ensure our clients are matched with the right caregivers for the level of support they are projected to require. It is also important that your loved one feels comfortable and safe receiving assistance from their caregiver.

Get Started with Visiting Angels Beverly Hills & West Hollywood 

As a locally owned and operated senior care agency, we take pride in providing quality in-home care for local seniors. Our team consists of owners, staff, and caregivers who are passionate about elderly care and helping seniors transition home safely after a hospital stay. We extend our services to seniors and families in the following areas:

• Beverly Hills
• Los Angeles
• West Hollywood
• Westwood
• Century City
• Brentwood
• And throughout the surrounding area

Getting started with our care is simple! We offer complimentary consultations to help you learn more about our care and its benefits. These consultations can take place at home or in the hospital with your loved one. We are eager to learn more about your loved one and their unique recovery needs. This is also a great time to address any questions or concerns you may have. 

During your initial visit from us, we will provide you with a copy of our discharge planning guide. This is a great tool to have during your loved one's recovery. It includes detailed information about our transitional care that you can reference at any time. Our guide also has ample space to record information like your loved one's recovery instructions, contact information for caregivers, and any questions you have about follow-up appointments.

Our transitional care allows your loved one to recover safely and comfortably at home after a hospital stay. Contact Visiting Angels Beverly Hills & West Hollywood to get started with a no-cost care consultation!