Home Preparations for Patient Recovery

Nothing compares to the feeling of coming home getting back to the familiar atmosphere. And while we support our clients’ choice to recover at home, we also ensure their needs are taken care of and their new situation is considered.

Make the home more appropriate for recovery by considering the following tips before your loved one gets discharged soon.

• Remove clutter and maintain a safe space. When items are not in their locations for example, a toy on the floor your loved one’s safety is at risk. Recovering patients with mobility issues or other health concerns may not have the capacity to detect these dangers and respond quickly.
• Address mobility and independence by installing assistive equipment. Grab bars in key areas can serve a lot of purposes. It can guide the patient’s movement across the space while reinforcing their safety. Support bars like this can be installed in frequently used areas such as near the bed to facilitate getting up and laying down or in the bathroom.
• Take note of new dietary requirements and ensure you have supplies at home. Your loved one probably looks forward to a warm home-cooked meal. You can make this possible while ensuring their new dietary restrictions are followed. If the doctor has suggested a new diet, get the supplies before they are home to ensure you are ready for cooking.

Whenever you need assistance at home, know that we are just a call away. One part of preparing the home for a loved one’s recovery is to evaluate the need for a caregiver. Call us to learn about the many services we provide.