Returning home from hospital? We're here to help.
At Clara Bartons, we recognize the importance of a smooth and supportive transition from hospital to home. It’s a pivotal moment that can be filled with challenges. To address this, we are committed to offering top-notch care plans and services specifically designed for hospital discharge, ensuring you or your loved one experiences a seamless transition during this critical time.
How do I arrange Hospital Discharge Care?
1. Speak to our local team
Call our team of local homecare experts on 0121 8099 365 and discuss the range of options we have available. Our team is available 24/7 and we aim to respond to all enquiries immediately.
2. Free assessment within 24 hours
Our Clara Bartons team will quickly connect with you to understand your or your loved one’s needs, conducting a free assessment within 24 hours to identify the required care services based on your preferences and situation.
3. Create a bespoke care package
Our team at Clara Bartons will craft a personalized care plan tailored to your specific needs and preferences. We take great care in selecting our home care staff, ensuring they are perfectly matched to meet the unique needs of you or your loved one.
What does hospital discharge care involve?
Key elements of our hospital discharge care at home include:
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Medical Care: Hospital discharge care involves professional medical assistance provided by skilled and qualified healthcare professionals. This includes monitoring vital signs, administering medications, wound care, and managing any medical equipment or devices that may be required.
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Personal Care: Our dedicated carers provide assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support. These services help you regain independence and maintain your dignity while recovering.
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Rehabilitation Support: For those who require rehabilitation after a hospital stay, our team can assist with exercises, physical therapy, and occupational therapy. We work closely with healthcare professionals to ensure you receive the specialised care needed for your recovery.
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Nutrition and Meal Preparation: Proper nutrition is essential for recovery. Our carers can help plan and prepare nutritious meals tailored to your dietary requirements and preferences, ensuring you get the nourishment needed to heal.
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Medication Management: We take care of medication management, ensuring that you take your prescribed medications at the right times and in the correct dosages, reducing the risk of complications.
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Emotional and Psychological Support: Hospital discharge care acknowledges the importance of emotional well-being during recovery. Our compassionate team offers emotional support, companionship, and a listening ear to address any concerns or anxieties you may have.
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Transportation: If necessary, we can arrange transportation for medical appointments, follow-up visits, or any other healthcare-related needs.
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Personlised Care Plans: We create personalised hospital discharge care plans that are tailored to your unique needs, clinical requirements, hobbies, and interests. This ensures that your care is personalised and effective in promoting a successful recovery.
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The hospital discharge process
The hospital discharge process stands as a pivotal moment in a patient’s health care journey, signifying the shift from in-hospital care to ongoing recovery and support, typically in the comfort of their own home. At Clara Bartons, we deeply understand the significance of this phase and are committed to guiding you through the hospital discharge process with our knowledgeable team.
Every hospital adheres to its unique discharge policy. You have the right to request a copy from either the Ward Manager or the Patient Advice and Liaison Service. It’s crucial that planning for a patient’s discharge begins immediately upon their admission to the hospital.
Should you be the primary caregiver for someone in the hospital, it’s vital to inform the hospital early on of your intention to take over their care post-discharge. This ensures that the medical team will include you in the discharge planning process, fostering a smoother transition.
In cases where post-discharge care is deemed necessary, a comprehensive hospital discharge assessment will be conducted by a multidisciplinary team of health and social care professionals. This assessment aims to pinpoint your specific care needs and determine your eligibility for NHS funding, ensuring that your transition home is both smooth and supported.
What types of care are available at hospital discharge?
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Reablement care: also known as rehabilitation care or reablement services, is a short-term and intensive approach to homecare designed to help individuals regain their independence and daily living skills following an illness, injury, or hospitalisation. The primary goal of reablement care is to support individuals in relearning or improving the skills necessary to perform essential daily activities and routines on their own. This form of care aims to reduce an individual's reliance on ongoing care services and promote their ability to live independently again.
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NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC): is a type of care for people with long-term complex health needs who will qualify for free social care arranged and funded solely by the NHS.
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Private or self-funded care: self-funding, also known as private care, is a popular option for individuals who have the financial means to pay for their own homecare services. With self-funded care, you have the flexibility to tailor your care plan according to your specific needs and preferences. This option allows you to choose from a wide range of homecare providers, such as Clara Bartons and customise the level of assistance required.
Hospital Discharge Care FAQs
Hospital discharge care services at Clara Bartons provide expert and empathetic assistance for individuals moving from a hospital setting back to their home, guaranteeing a seamless and secure recuperation.
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Hospital discharge care includes services such as medication management, wound care, mobility assistance, monitoring vital signs, and emotional support to aid in a successful recovery.
Setting up hospital discharge care is straightforward. Reach out to Clara Bartons by dialing 0121 8099 365, and our team will coordinate with the hospital and your healthcare provider to devise a customized care plan, ensuring a caregiver is ready to support you immediately after discharge.
Hospital discharge care provides essential medical and emotional support during the critical period following a hospital stay, reducing the risk of complications and promoting a faster recovery.
Hospital discharge care might be eligible for coverage through insurance policies or the NHS under specific conditions. Should care be deemed necessary following your hospital discharge, a thorough assessment by a health and social care professional team will take place to pinpoint your unique needs. This evaluation will also determine your eligibility for NHS funding. Our knowledgeable team at Clara Bartons is here to help you navigate potential funding avenues and insurance options.