Making the transition from a long-term hospital stay to your home can be challenging, particularly if you have complex medical needs. Therefore, transitioning from hospital to home care requires careful planning and support. Our guide takes you through how hospital to home care can improve your independence, health and well-being.
What is Hospital to Home Care?
Hospital to home care considers the level of support required for the person to return home after a hospital visit. A hospital discharge can happen, provided it is done safely with your care considerations in mind. If you have dementia or Alzheimer’s, it’s important to return from the hospital to a familiar and comfortable environment.
Why is the Hospital to Home Care Transition Important?
A successful hospital to home care transition reduces the likelihood of being readmitted to the hospital or developing further health complications. It means the level of care you receive from the hospital continues seamlessly when you are at home. Being in a familiar environment can benefit your mental and physical well-being, considering your home is safe and suitable for recovering from your hospital visit.
How Does the Hospital to Home Care Transition Process Work?
The hospital to home care transition process typically consists of four steps, which involve:
Planning and Preparing for Hospital Discharge
Our specialist hospital to home care staff will design a healthcare plan tailored to your lifestyle and routine. We’ll collaborate with hospital and healthcare professionals and your family members to identify, assess and find appropriate interventions to ensure you get the support needed to recover from illness or injury.
Managing Medication
If you have a long-term health condition and require complex care, managing medication is essential. We can observe and maximise the benefits of taking medication you’ve been given by clinicians or GPs as part of your long-term care.
Home and Safety Evaluation
A home and safety evaluation is crucial if you require long-term healthcare. The assessment considers your safety, care needs, and health in the comfort of your home. Working alongside healthcare professionals, family and yourself, the evaluation ensures you have the correct support and environment to improve your quality of life and well-being.
Communicating with Healthcare Providers and Family Members
Collaborating closely with healthcare providers and family members is essential when transitioning from hospital to home care. Having in-person conversations throughout the process ensures everyone is informed and engaged in the planning and implementation stages is crucial for getting the best possible care.
The Role of Home Care Services with Hospital to Home Care
Home care plays a necessary part in transitioning from hospital to home, including:
- Assistance with daily activities – this includes grocery shopping and meal preparation.
- Help with personal care – grooming and dressing.
- Rehabilitation and independence.
Are you recovering from an injury and need support transitioning from the hospital to your home? Sova Healthcare has helped many clients transition from hospital to home care for years. Contact our friendly and helpful staff members at one of our locations nationwide today, who can answer your questions about our hospital to home care service.