Coming home from the hospital is always a relief, but the journey to full recovery can be complex and stressful, especially for seniors. Visiting Angels of Chattanooga provides top-notch post-hospital care through our "Ready-Set-Go Home" program, ensuring a smooth transition and reduced risk of hospital readmission for seniors in Chattanooga, Dunlap, and surrounding areas.

Imagine the relief of finally bringing your elderly loved one home after a hospital stay. While the hospital environment is meant for healing, it's also disruptive to a senior's routine and sense of comfort. Unfortunately, this transition period is fraught with potential pitfalls, from medication mismanagement to neglecting post-discharge instructions, which often results in readmission. That's why Visiting Angels of Chattanooga offers a specialized post-hospital care program known as "Ready - Set - Go Home."

Post-Hospital Care by Visiting Angels of Chattanooga

A recently discharged patient is particularly vulnerable to exhaustion leading to injury, which could cause a return trip to the hospital. Exhaustion can also lead to severe missteps in their care, like failing to follow important discharge instructions or forgetting to take essential medications.

Our "Ready - Set - Go Home" is designed to offer continuity of care, bridging the gap between the hospital and home. Our compassionate caregivers can get started by visiting your loved one while they are still in the hospital to begin building a rapport with your senior and to help coordinate care with the medical team. Upon discharge, our caregivers will help provide a seamless transition to the home setting, offering post-hospital care at a time when it is often needed the most.

“I've tried other companies to care for my mom, but Visiting Angels has the best customer service as they are always available and their caregivers are far more caring, knowledgeable, and reliable. I couldn't ask for a better group of people to care for my mom and I highly recommend them to anyone I find interested in home care.” ~ GJ

While many seniors are exposed to the same risks regarding readmission, what they need to steer clear of may differ widely from one individual to the next. Fortunately, post-hospital care from Visiting Angels Chattanooga is adaptable and can be adjusted to suit your loved one's unique needs.

Services Tailored to Individual Needs

The unique needs and challenges of each senior mean there's no one-size-fits-all approach to post-hospital care. In addition to the essential personal care services we provide, our “Ready - Set - Go Home” program is designed to help seniors transition from being hospitalized to getting back to their normal routine. We do that by:

• Spending quality time with your loved one while they are still in the hospital to get to know them
• Coordinating with the hospital discharge staff
• Keeping your loved one on track with medication reminders and aftercare instructions
• Providing transportation to and from follow-up medical appointments
• Monitoring their fluid intake to ensure they are staying hydrated
• Encouraging a positive mindset by offering emotional support and companionship
• Helping with light housekeeping to keep the environment safe and clean

Our goal is to ensure that our post-hospital care can help provide the support your senior needs in order to recover from their hospital stay while providing peace of mind for the entire family knowing that their loved one is in good hands.

How to Get Started with Post-Hospital Care by Visiting Angels of Chattanooga

The first step to getting started with post-hospital care by Visiting Angels is to schedule a free in-home consultation where we will discuss your loved one’s specific needs and preferences. Our transitional care services help seniors in the Dunlap, East Brainerd, Ridgeside, and other Chattanooga area locations. 

Call Visiting Angels of Chattanooga today at 423-424-0944 or click here to schedule your free in-home consultation and discover how our "Ready - Set - Go Home" program can support you and your loved one in this critical transition period.