Ready, Set, Go Home with Transitional Care

When discharged from the hospital, seniors often face a greater challenge than the rest of us. Readmission rates are much higher among the elderly, but with transitional care from Visiting Angels^® Tifton, you can help your loved one avoid the return trip and recover from their illness or injury in the comfort of their own home. We are proud to offer flexible, one-on-one support from dedicated home care providers to aid in the recovery process and reduce the risk of hospital readmission. 

Why Readmissions Occur

Here are some of the factors that lead to higher readmission rates among the elderly:

• Difficult adjustments. Recovering from illness or injury is full of difficult adjustments, regardless of your age. However, for seniors, this transition can be overwhelming. They are likely to face more serious health risks and a lower margin for error, making it crucial that they react properly and make the right adjustments. Having a reliable caregiver around can make a huge difference as they go through this transition. 
• Disrupted routine. Hospitals are not the best environment for maintaining a consistent sleep schedule, so seniors are often tired and weakened as they return home. We can be there to make sure the transition is as restful as possible. Our caregivers can take care of household chores, errands, and other daily duties to simplify life during this difficult time. 
• Memory issues. Memory issues can be detrimental to the recovery process, as discharged seniors often need to keep track of new medication protocols and other advice from their doctors. We provide memory aid, including medication reminders, to make sure they strictly follow all medical advice. 
• Failure to follow up. With such a low margin for error during their recovery process, missed follow-up appointments can be costly. We are happy to provide safe transportation and mobility assistance to make sure your loved one can attend all appointments. 
• Making sense of the care plan and diagnosis. Many adults and seniors are overwhelmed with all of the information they receive during and after their hospital stay. Our staff can take time to make sense of all the information and help to build a plan of action that will work for our clients' day to day lives. Everything from meal plans, exercise, medicine reminders, skin checks and hydration encouragement can be discussed. 

How Our Transitional Care in Tifton Helps Seniors Remain at Home

With our dedicated, in-home transitional care, Visiting Angels Tifton can help you manage your loved one's recovery and reduce the risk of hospital readmission. Our senior care is available throughout Tifton, Ashburn, Cordele, Vienna, Unadilla, Cook County, Colquitt County, Moultrie and the surrounding areas.

To learn more about our transitional care, call Visiting Angels Tifton to set up your free care consultation today.