One of the most important benefits of our home care services is attentive post-hospital recovery care that helps reduce the risk of rehospitalization and improve patient outcomes. Many older adults leave the hospital after surgery, treatment for heart disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), or other serious health conditions, eager to get home. Being at home is more comfortable and familiar, and most of us realize that full recovery doesn’t end at hospital discharge.
After leaving an inpatient care setting like a hospital, elderly patients often need to manage complex discharge planning, multiple prescriptions, special diets, and follow-up appointments. Without the right support, patients face higher odds of readmissions within 30 days of discharge, especially if they are at high-risk due to additional health issues. That’s why the team at Arcadia Home Care aligns with best practices from programs like the Hospital Readmissions Reduction Program (HRRP) and Affordable Care Act initiatives to reduce 30-day readmission rates.
Our professional caregivers work closely with primary care providers, healthcare providers, and family members to follow each client’s plan of care. While we don’t provide skilled nursing or therapy services, we do support many of the interventions and care transitions that can help prevent unplanned readmissions.
How Arcadia Home Care Helps Prevent Hospital Readmissions
1. Encourages Safe Movement to Reduce Fall Risk
Each client’s care plan specifies mobility guidelines. Whether assisting with transfers, supporting patient safety to prevent falls, or helping bed-bound clients change positions, we follow the care coordination steps outlined by the care team.
2. Supports Mental Alertness After Hospital Discharge
Mental confusion or delirium is common among older adults following hospitalization. Cheerful conversation and companionship support brain health, promote mental clarity, and enhance the quality of care for seniors.
3. Keeps Recovery on Track with Medication Reminders
Not following medication regimens is one of the leading causes of rehospitalization. Our caregivers offer friendly and consistent reminders so clients take their prescriptions exactly as directed in their discharge instructions. This extra support helps prevent avoidable readmissions and supports better patient outcomes.
4. Prepares Nutritious Meals for Faster Recovery
Healthy, appetizing meals are important in recovery. We prepare meals according to dietary restrictions while honoring our client preferences, promoting strength and healing.
5. Assists with Medical Appointments and Transportation
We help clients attend outpatient follow-up visits, pick up prescriptions, and complete lab tests, all key interventions that support timely care and reduce hospital readmission.
6. Provides Personal Care, Bathing, and Hygiene
Bathing, grooming, and dressing assistance help lower infection risks and improve comfort, contributing to better overall patient care.
7. Maintains a Safe and Clean Home Environment
Light housekeeping, organization, and hazard removal support patient safety, prevent falls, and reduce infection risks.
8. Detects and Reports Health Changes
Attentive care means keeping a close eye on both physical and mental changes, whether it’s something our caregivers notice or a concern the client shares. Catching a potential setback early can help avoid a serious relapse. If a client experiences warning signs like pain, dizziness, fatigue, a flushed appearance, or loss of appetite, our caregivers take prompt action. This may include noting details in the care log and alerting the care manager or clinicians right away, allowing for timely interventions that can help prevent hospital readmissions.
Why Families Trust Arcadia for Post-Hospital Recovery Care
Hospital care is costly, both financially and emotionally. At Arcadia Home Care, our care advisors and compassionate, attentive caregivers help clients make a smooth transition from hospital discharge to home. This keeps recovery on track and reduces the risk of another hospital trip.
Arcadia Home Care is an award-winning agency based on high client satisfaction scores and recognition as a trusted home care provider for aging adults and those with disabilities. When you choose us, you’re choosing proven quality, dependable support, and a partner dedicated to each client’s well-being.
Ready to learn more? Explore our home care services or request a free care consultation and see why families choose Arcadia for safe, reliable, and caring post-hospital recovery support.
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