Hospital to Home

Hospital to home services are a type of care service that help individuals transition from a hospital or other care facility to their home. The services are designed to provide support and assistance during the transition period, ensuring that the individual can make a successful and safe move from the hospital to their home environment.

Hospital to home services can include a range of different services, such as nursing care, personal care, rehabilitation therapy, medication management, and medical equipment provision. The goal of these services is to help the individual recover from an illness or injury, manage their health and medical needs, and regain their independence.

The specific services provided will depend on the individual’s needs and can be tailored to their unique situation. For example, a person who has undergone surgery may need assistance with wound care and physical therapy to help them regain strength and mobility. A person with a chronic illness may require ongoing nursing care, medication management, and medical equipment such as oxygen tanks or blood glucose monitors.

Hospital to home services can be provided by a range of healthcare professionals, including nurses, therapists, and home health aides. The services may be provided by a home health agency, a hospital or care facility, or other healthcare providers.

Overall, Hospital To Home Services Can Provide A Crucial Bridge Between Hospital Care And Home Care, Helping Individuals To Successfully Transition Back To Their Home Environment While Receiving The Care And Support They Need To Manage Their Health And Well-Being.

Individuals who use are hospital to home care service are typically either:

  • Currently an in-patient in hospital seeking to return home immediately after being discharged

  • Due to be admitted to hospital and will require support after they have been discharged

  • In need of practical help or advice about returning home after leaving hospital

  • Already at home and in need of extra support following a recent stay in hospital