Transitional Care in Lincoln: Reducing Hospital Readmissions
Although it's cause for celebration when your loved one returns home from the hospital, you may still feel uneasy knowing that readmission rates among older adults are high. That's why we created our Ready-Set-Go Home transitional care program at Visiting Angels so we can make this process as successful as possible.
Helpful Post-Hospital Care in Lincoln, Nebraska
After a comprehensive assessment, you'll be assigned a caring Lincoln caregiver to reduce the risk of readmission and help with continuity of care. We'll ensure any of your loved one's concerns are addressed, and we create a safe home environment so they feel confident after they get out of the hospital.
How Post-Discharge Care Helps Reduce Readmission
One reason seniors often have a higher risk of being readmitted to the hospital is that they come out weaker than before and have a hard time getting around due to being bedridden. It's also hard to do their everyday tasks without pain, and even sitting up from bed or going to the bathroom can be difficult.
That's why we offer our home care services so we can make the adjustment as easy as possible. Our helpful caregivers can help with a variety of housework, including light meal preparation, reminding them to take their medicine, and assisting with housework. This way, your loved one can focus on healing, and you'll feel comforted knowing they're not pushing their limits.
The Phases of After-Hospital Care
Our goal at Visiting Angels Lincoln is to ease the process of returning a senior from the hospital to their home. Providing continuous support throughout the entire process is as important as getting discharged. We understand the importance of being there for your loved one before, during, and after their hospital stay, so we developed our transitional care services to help.
Before the hospital stay, our staff assists seniors in getting prepared by ensuring they understand and follow all of their doctors' instructions. The goal is to make sure that your visit to the hospital goes smoothly.
Having our caregivers at their side during the hospital stay brings a sense of relief to both the patient and family members. You can count on us to cheer your loved one up and help clarify any confusion they may have.
Once you return home, we'll continue to support you with our home care services. We aim to alleviate any concerns about readmission by providing the necessary support for a safe and comfortable recovery, including following up with aftercare instructions and ensuring the living area is free of risks.
Reliable Aftercare Services in Lincoln
We know it’s hard to find the right person for your senior, which is why we encourage you to read our many positive reviews online. Here’s one from a previous client:
“I had contracted with Visiting Angels prior to having back surgery, knowing that the surgeon's post-operative restrictions would not allow me to do many of the things around the house that I normally do on my own. My caregivers have been amazingly efficient and thorough with their help, and it was the best decision that I could have made, given the circumstances.”
-Gordon W., Google review
How to Get Started With Post-Acute Care in Lincoln
Once you're ready to get started with Lincoln fall prevention services, we encourage you to contact us by calling our team at (402) 735-0999 or by completing the form on our website. Before we start providing home care services to your loved one, our coordinator will schedule a free-of-charge in-home consultation to meet with you and your family and ask some questions to ensure we're a good fit.
We also encourage you to come with your own questions and concerns so you fully understand the program. We'll then find a caregiver who fits your requirements well and develop a personalized plan for home care.
Serving Lincoln NE and the Surrounding Areas
Visiting Angels LINCOLN, NE
3120 O St #ALincoln, NE 68510
Phone: 402-735-0999