After a loved one experiences a serious health crisis that resulted in hospitalization, determining where to turn after discharge is vital to their recovery. Many patients and families are unaware of the choices that lay ahead and the questions that need to be asked before going home.
Determining where to recover from a hospital stay is important and needs to be discussed with the patient, family members, caregivers, and healthcare providers. The location can depend on the family situation, the patient’s’ preferences, or the availability of providers in their area.
Nevertheless, it is important that the location is suitable for optimal recovery to prevent further hospitalizations and promotes health and safety during the process. Patients may utilize options including:
It is important that patients and families decide on the best location for their individual needs and wants. Comprehensive services can be geared to meet each patient where they are, with the goals they have in mind.
Before a loved one is discharged from the hospital, discuss the following questions with their doctor or the discharge planner to assure your needs will be met;
If your loved one is being discharged from the hospital, Visiting Nurse Association of Ohio is available to discuss the benefits of providing healthcare services in the home. With a team of nurses, therapists, home health aides, social workers, counselors, and doctors, VNA of Ohio is available to meet you and your family’s comprehensive needs.
Learn more about VNA of Ohio home healthcare services, or call us today at 1-877-698-6264.
*content repurposed from a Place for Mom