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How and When to Update a Senior’s Care Plan
Once a geriatric care plan has been established, it should be reviewed and updated periodically to ensure its continued effectiveness for the senior, their primary caregiver, and other members of the care team.
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Providing healthful post-hospital care for seniors can prevent unnecessary re-hospitalization. Discover 5 tips for effective care following a hospital discharge.
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A hospital stay can seriously affect a senior’s health and independence. Understanding the common issues that occur during care transitions will help you and your loved one know what to expect and ensure the discharge process goes as smoothly as possible.
0 CommentsA Typical Day in a Senior Rehab Facility
After being hospitalized seniors are often prescribed a stay at an inpatient rehabilitation facility to help them get back on their feet. While the focus of their stay is rehabilitation, the services provided by a skilled nursing facility are not limited to therapy.
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Hospital Discharge Questions
Hospital is ready to discharge dad but recommends SNF/rehab. Can we transfer him from the hospital in Florida to a Michigan SNF/rehab?
6 AnswersBeethoven13 Replied Mar 30, 2024Mental decline after hospital stay?
5 AnswersJoAnn29 Answered Mar 22, 2024I have a question regarding how DSS is handling my grandmother's situation.
8 Answerscwillie Answered Mar 18, 2024What options for placement after geri-psych admission with Medicaid in Florida?
3 AnswersJoAnn29 Answered Mar 17, 2024
Hospital Discharge Discussions
What to ask before hospital discharge?
5 CommentsJoAnn29 Commented Mar 1, 2024Discharge planning woes.
5 Commentscxmoody Commented Feb 3, 2024My 84 yr old mom went to Kaiser. The emergency room doctor notified me she has a UTI and was sending her home with transport. Any advice?
4 Commentslealonnie1 Commented Feb 2023I did a "fast appeal" through insurance to stop the hospital from discharging my son from the hospital. It worked.
1 CommentAlvaDeer Commented Jan 2023
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