Take these steps to shorten your stay
Effective discharge planning is a key component of getting home from the hospital, however failing to plan properly could mean staying longer as well as increase the chances of a preventable readmission occuring after discharge. Our Hospital to Home Guide is a step by step timeline of what questions and steps should be taken to help facilitate a safe transition back home after a hospital stay:
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Nobody likes a prolonged hospital stay and given the choice most seniors would opt to go home to heal, sooner than later.With some smart planning and preparation, you can make sure you or your senior loved one's hospital stay isn't prolonged for avoidable reasons.