Ready-Set-Go Home with Transitional Care

Did you know you can find support with reducing your loved one's chances of a hospital readmission following their discharge? Transitional care is available for elderly adults who are in the hospital and could benefit from a helping hand with their discharge and recovery. At Visiting Angels® Summerville, we are proud to offer a transitional care program called Ready-Set-Go Home that is designed to help older adults minimize their risk of rehospitalization and remain in the comfort of home for the long run.

What Causes Hospital Readmissions for Seniors in Summerville? 

According to Medicare, close to 20% of older adults are rehospitalized after their return home. With nearly one in five seniors making a return to the hospital rather than a full recovery, it's clear these individuals could use some support in the days and weeks following discharge.

You may wonder why seniors are more likely to be readmitted to the hospital. Keep in mind that older adults may feel particularly tired, weak, and vulnerable after their normal routines have been interrupted due to a hospital stay. They may also struggle with a lack of energy or mobility limitations related to an illness or injury. These factors can prevent them from being able to take care of their own well-being. When they lack help at home, they may even miss meals, take medication improperly, or fail to attend follow-up appointments.

These risky behaviors can significantly contribute to complications and a decline in their physical health, ultimately requiring rehospitalization.

How Transitional Care Can Help 

Our transitional care program at Visiting Angels Summerville can help seniors avoid the pitfalls that often lead to hospital readmissions. We have developed Ready-Set-Go Home based on three prongs of care:

• Care while the senior is hospitalized. We visit with care recipients and their family caregivers to prepare them for the upcoming discharge, provide essential resources, and guide them in coordinating care.
• Care when the senior returns home. When the care recipient arrives home, our care providers can visit as often as needed to assist with daily routines and implementing physicians' directives.
• Care from the helpful staff at our office. At our local office, we track care recipients' recovery progress and facilitate the logistics of transitional care.

Are you ready to learn more about the advantages of working with a transitional care provider in Summerville, Goose Creek, Knightsville, Ladson, Lincolnville, or a nearby town? Call Visiting Angels Summerville today to book your free care consultation!