Hospital to Home Transition
Providing Hospital to Home Transition services in Modesto, Stockton, Turlock, Oakdale, Ceres, Riverbank, Ripon, Manteca, Lodi, Merced, Atwater, and Tracy. Serving Stanislaus and San Joaquin Counties since 2000.
Discharging from the hospital can be a challenging experience, but a well-planned hospital-to-home care transition, supported by Provident Care, can substantially reduce hospital readmission rates, improve patient outcomes, and provide a smoother recovery process.
Planning for a successful hospital-to-home care shift includes contingency planning for potential setbacks, creating a personalized care plan, and assigning a care coordinator to ensure a seamless transition.
By prioritizing these elements, individuals can better navigate this critical phase of healthcare.
Hospital to Home Transition Services Include:
- Being home when the client arrives, to welcome them.
- Helping the client get settled.
- Meal Preparation.
- Running Errands/ Prescription Pick Up
- Helping with bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Assisting with home deliveries of medical equipment.
- Answering the door for visitors and other medical professionals.
- Laundry
- Changing bed linen
- Housekeeping
- Taking calls and organizing calendars and appointments
- Companionship
- Personal Care
Planning the Discharge to Home
A multidisciplinary approach involving family, hospitals, physicians, and caregivers is important. A clear discharge plan that includes patient education, medication management, and follow-up appointments is important for reducing hospital readmission rates and improving patient outcomes.
Non-medical in-home care by Provident Care can play a significant role in supporting patients after discharge.
This type of care focuses on providing assistance with daily living activities, companionship, and light housekeeping, helping patients recover comfortably in their own homes.
Client Engagement and Empowerment
When patients are discharged from the hospital, one in five struggles to manage their care, leading to higher readmission rates and decreased satisfaction.
Educating patients is key, as they are more likely to have shorter hospital stays and fewer readmissions.
Empowering clients is also important for mental wellness, emotional regulation, and coping skills, leading to better health outcomes, higher satisfaction, and lower costs.
Some alarming facts about patient engagement and empowerment include:
- Only 50% of patients understand their medication regimens upon discharge.
- 20% of patients are readmitted to the hospital due to a lack of education.
- 70% of patients want to be more involved in their own care but don’t know how.
Provident Care’s non-medical home care services can help bridge this gap by providing in-home care that supports our clients. By supporting clients in their own homes, Provident Care can help them develop the skills and confidence they need to effectively manage their care, leading to better health outcomes and higher satisfaction.
Perfect solutions for seniors who aren’t ready to leave their home. We offer 24-Hour Home Care, Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care, Diabetes Care, Personal Care, Companion Care, Hospital to Home, and Assisted Living at Home.
Frequently Asked Questions Hospital to Home Transition
One significant risk is medication errors, which can occur when prescriptions are changed or discontinued.
Another risk is hospital readmission, which can happen if treatment plans are not properly implemented.
Delays in follow-up care can worsen conditions, leading to complications.
Inadequate communication between healthcare providers can result in misunderstandings, compromising patient well-being.
Provident Care, a non-medical home care provider, recognizes the importance of a smooth transition to in-home care. Through their services, they mitigate these risks and ensure a safe and comfortable recovery for their clients.
