Navigating the journey from hospital to home can be a daunting challenge, particularly for older individuals recovering from illness or surgery. Recognizing the significance of this transition, Assisting Hands West Austin stands ready to provide unparalleled support through the crucial phase of transitional care. Understanding Transitional Care Also known as…
Photo Credit: JSmith Photo via Compfight cc Seniors with chronic medical conditions often face challenges living at home, because they may be in and out of the hospital. It is possible to improve a loved one’s quality of life by reducing the likelihood of hospital readmission through home health care management. By following these steps, you…
Many seniors have chronic health conditions that left untreated, can result in hospitalization. Seniors living alone are most at risk if there is no caregiver or home aid that can monitor signs of a worsening health condition and seek professional help. AARP recently listed the most common health conditions that result…
A recent LA Times story quoted data from a study conducted by Kaiser Health News found that nearly half of patients misunderstood what it or other common label instructions meant on medicine bottles. Consequently, they are advocating that the Food and Drug Administration should aim to simplify, clarify and standardize…
The worst fear for family members is the call from the hospital notifying them that their loved one has been admitted. In many cases, seniors are re-admitted repeatedly for various conditions, creating family stress and interfering with quality of life issues. In 2008 there were 14 million hospital stays for…
