Home visits and consultations after discharge are crucial for a smooth transition from hospital to home by supporting the patient and their family. From home environment assessments to training and support, home visits can help patients and their families overcome the challenges they face during this transition. In today’s blog, we will discuss the importance of home visits and consultations and how they can enhance patient outcomes and reduce re-hospitalization risk.

Home Environment Assessments

A vital aspect of home visits and consultations in post-discharge care is the home environment assessment. Assessments give providers a chance to evaluate the home for safety concerns. They can recommend potential modifications that a room needs for maximum safety and comfort of the patient. Finally, creating a personalized care plan during the assessment will allow all care providers to closely monitor the recovery and well-being of the patient during future treatment.

Caregiver Training

Transitioning home with a complex care case can be challenging for the patient, family members, and caregivers. Regular home visits and consultations will ensure that caregivers receive adequate education and feel comfortable caring for their loved ones.

Medication Management and Equipment Education

After discharge, the patient often will have new medications and new medical equipment that they will be using. With regular home visits, healthcare providers can educate patients and caregivers about the proper administration and use of new medications and equipment.

Support For Patients and Caregivers

Transitioning from hospital to home can be emotionally challenging for patients and caregivers. Home visits and consultations allow providers to address emotional concerns and provide personalized support. On-going home visits are essential to observe equipment functionality. Having a team on hand to provide preventative maintenance minimizes equipment failures that could lead to re-hospitalizations or harm to the patient.

Early Detection of Issues

Providing adequate education, support, and home environment evaluations can prevent further complications and injuries. After discharge and throughout recovery, there are risks of falls and injuries or additional health issues developing. Regular home visits allow providers to prevent these issues from occurring and ensure early detection if any problems are present so they can be addressed quickly.

Advent Home Medical Clinical Respiratory Services  

At Advent Home Medical, we offer clinical respiratory services, including our home ventilator program and tracheostomy care program, where we provide home visits, consultations, and more to ensure a seamless transition from hospital to home for all our patients and their families. Please visit our website or contact our team to learn more about our services.