There is always this feeling of excitement when going home after being admitted to hospital, sometimes you may fear that you will not be able to help yourself at home, and may request to be moved into a nursing or residential home.
Our hospital-to-home service can help you return home and settle back into your familiar surroundings after a stay in the hospital. Whether you require a high level of care, or just some support with daily living activities during your recovery period, we can provide a Nurse, Healthcare Assistant or Support Worker to assist you.
Is this service the right one for me?
Our high quality hospital to home service is most suited to an individual who is:
- Currently an in-patient in hospital, wishing 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
Whatever your circumstance, we can offer a service tailored to meet your individual needs.
Post-Operative Care
Our post-operative care is usually planned in advance of your hospital admission. This gives us time to ensure that every aspect of your care package is organized and ready to commence from the moment that you are discharged from hospital.
Transport
As part of our hospital to home service, we will support you with your transfer from the hospital, making sure you feel comfortable at all times. We can arrange for a Nurse, Healthcare Assistant or Support Worker to meet you at the hospital and, if necessary, can organize transport on your behalf.
Equipment
We can liaise with the Hospital Discharge team to ensure that any required equipment is installed in your home, for example hoisting equipment. In addition, we will ensure that a full risk assessment is carried out in your home to make sure it is completely safe for your return.
Training
Our service is tailored to meet your individual requirements. If you have any specific care needs, we can ensure that your Carers have received customized training in preparation for your discharge from hospital.
Emergency Response
We understand that hospitals are not always able to give substantial notice before arranging your discharge. Should you need us to respond quickly, our service can often commence within 48 hours of your initial enquiry. Our Care at Home Team can liaise and work closely with your GP, Hospital Doctors, Nurses, Discharge Teams and Social Workers to ensure you have a smooth transition from hospital to home.
Please contact 0208 684 4241 to find out more.