How Transitional Care in Cape Cod Reduces Hospital Readmissions

Is your loved one ready to get home after being in the hospital? Transitional care can help smooth this move and enable them to continue enjoying their independent lifestyle in Cape Cod for longer. Ready, Set, Go Home is the transitional care program available from Visiting Angels^® Cape Cod. Through these services, we enhance seniors' quality of life and support them with the important transition from hospital to home.

Understanding the Importance of Transitional Care

Within 30 days of returning home from the hospital, almost one in five Medicare beneficiaries are rehospitalized. It's normal for families of elderly adults to be worried about their loved one's short-term and long-term future when their discharge date is scheduled. Understanding the factors behind this statistic can go a long way in preventing unnecessary complications that ultimately result in rehospitalization.

Older individuals often experience a level of functional decline after being in the hospital. Some find that they are still dealing with symptoms and mobility limitations, others are getting used to the side effects of medications, and many feel exhausted after having their sleeping routines disrupted at the hospital.

These circumstances set the stage for even the most basic tasks at home to become overwhelming or impossible for seniors recently out of the hospital. As a result, seniors often feel they must skip activities that are essential to their recovery, which heightens their risk of readmission.

How We Help Seniors in the Cape Cod Area

We help seniors start their recovery at home on the right foot with Ready, Set, Go Home. The transitional care services included in this program are tailored to each senior's unique situation and the recommendations of their physicians. This means we can provide basic support with activities of daily living or more advanced supervision as needed. Our caregivers can also offer a helping hand with cooking meals, keeping track of medication schedules, and arranging transportation for appointments.

The goal of our transitional care program at Visiting Angels Cape Cod is to reduce the risk of preventable events or mishaps while your loved one recovers at home. The following services are available as part of our Ready, Set, Go Home program:

• Respectful assistance with personal care tasks, like bathing and toileting
• Medication reminders
• Light housekeeping assistance
• Mobility and transferring aid
• Friendly companionship
• Running errands
• Coordinating grocery and medication deliveries

Whether your loved one is recovering from an illness or injury, their recovery is going to be different from our other clients'. For this reason, we design a custom care plan for each individual. We want your loved one to recover safely and comfortably at home, and our caregivers are committed to providing the care and assistance they need. Our home care services can be combined uniquely to meet your loved one's needs. We also offer flexible caregiver scheduling, allowing your loved one to receive aid when they need it.

Another benefit of our transitional care is the consistent monitoring and communication we offer. Our caregivers are always monitoring their clients, looking for changes in health and risk of rehospitalization. We are also happy to keep you up-to-date regarding your loved one's recovery. You will be notified of any changes in your loved one's health and well-being. You can have peace of mind knowing your loved one is well cared for by our team.

You can rely on us to start assisting your loved one before they even leave the hospital. We'll give your family a copy of our Ready, Set, Go Home discharge planning guide to help you learn more about what to expect in the weeks ahead. Our free discharge guide has ample space for you to record important information during your loved one's recovery, including discharge instructions, changes in health, and contact information for doctors and therapists.

Learn More About Visiting Angels Cape Cod

At Visiting Angels Cape Cod, we are proud to be your local resource for quality in-home care. We are a team of local owners, staff, and caregivers who are passionate about helping seniors age in place. Our transitional care is designed to encourage safety, comfort, and recovery in your loved one's home. We are proud to offer our services in the following areas:

• Cape Cod
• Barnstable
• Falmouth
• Hyannis
• Yarmouth
• Dennis
• Harwich
• Chatham
• Orleans
• And throughout the surrounding areas

Our complimentary care consultation will help you get started with our services. We are happy to visit you and your loved one, either in their home or in the hospital. This is a great opportunity to discuss your loved one's unique needs and how our services can assist them. Following your consultation, we will begin working on a personalized care plan and schedule of visits.

Explore the benefits of our transitional care today. Call Visiting Angels Cape Cod to book a free consultation.