Prepare for a Smooth Transition from Hospital to Home Care
Coming home after an extended hospital stay can cause anxiety in seniors, especially those who struggle with mobility. Unfortunately, many seniors don’t have access to around-the-clock care, which is vital for recovery after discharge from the hospital. However, Visiting Angels of SE-OKC caregivers can assist seniors in the critical transition from hospital to home care with our transitional care services.
Common Challenges of Transitioning from Hospital to Home
Although a familiar environment can ease the anxiety of transitioning home from the hospital, seniors may find more challenges waiting for them. For example, a home that’s not optimized to reduce the risk of falls can become a hazard for seniors with impaired mobility. However, Visiting Angels of SE-OKC caregivers can help minimize these fall risks, provide in-home care immediately after discharge, and assist seniors in not only following discharge orders but also complying with medication instructions.
Seniors may also struggle to make and attend medical appointments as they recover. Visiting Angels caregivers assist seniors in completing these tasks to ensure a swift recovery. Our home care agency also contributes to a continuum of care, communicating with physicians and family members to ensure everyone is on the same page regarding a senior’s health and wellness.
How to Prepare for Transitioning from Hospital to Home
Preparing for a smooth transition home after hospitalization often starts while seniors are still receiving supervised care. Working with the hospital discharge planner can help seniors understand what to expect and allow them to ask any questions they may have about the process. Depending on the circumstances, discharge planners may also recommend at-home care services available to seniors after they leave the hospital.
One often overlooked component of a smooth transition is a senior’s emotional support network, which they may often lean on throughout the recovery process. Fostering such a network may be challenging for some seniors, but Visiting Angels of SE-OKC offers numerous resources seniors can take advantage of and benefit from. Our “Ready, Set, Go Home” transitional care program prepares seniors for discharge from the hospital and provides support every step of the way through recovery — and beyond.
Our transitional care program involves several elements, from a custom care plan to dedicated and compassionate caregivers. Before seniors are discharged from the hospital, our care team meets with them to plan for the next steps. We also work with healthcare providers to ensure proper medication management and discharge instruction compliance.
Conquer Transitioning Home with Visiting Angels of SE-OKC
If you’re concerned about transitioning back to normal life after an extended hospital stay, you’re not alone. Making the change can feel intimidating and threaten to set you back in your recovery. With a compassionate and dedicated Visiting Angels of SE-OKC caregiver at your side and our entire care agency behind you, you can feel confident that your quality of life is our priority.
If you’d like to learn more about our “Ready, Set, Go Home” transitional care program or any of our other senior home care services, contact us to schedule a free consultation. We’re happy to answer your questions and connect you with the resources you need to make every day back home a good day.