After leaving the hospital, you may think that the worst is behind you. However, the transition from hospital to home can be a critical time for seniors and their health. Seniors may experience complications from their recent hospital stay, resulting in another hospital admission. In fact, 28% of patients discharged from the hospital are readmitted within just 30 days.
However, having a caregiver throughout the transition process and into a senior’s recovery can greatly improve their overall health and outcome — especially in high-risk discharges from the hospital. Because of COVID-19, many hospitals and facilities are discharging seniors early, which can be detrimental to their recovery. In this post, we will explore how a caregiver can help a senior after they are discharged from the hospital to help increase chances for a successful recovery.
