Show Me the Way Home isn’t just a catch phrase. It’s our business, our philosophy. At 24-7, the rehabilitative care we provide is laser focused on preparing your loved one to return home. Here you’ll find information and resources that will help you join your loved one on the road toward increased independence.
The gradual worsening of a chronic illness or a recent hospitalization will leave most of us – at one time or another – with the responsibility of providing personal and/or medical care for a loved one. And, yet, many of us will find ourselves unable to provide the type or amount of care needed. When this happens, there is help. One of the following may be the answer for your family:
Knowing the type of care to select can be difficult. It’s best to talk openly about physical and emotional needs. What type of medical care is needed now and in the future? Is your loved one prone to depression and how can you and others in the support group help meet social needs?
Discuss goals and the best way for those goals to be reached. Is your loved one hoping to recover enough to regain some independence or are you seeking medical care and guidance as a chronic illness progresses?
Definitely consider finances. Do you or your loved one have the financial means to pay out-of-pocket for care or will you need to rely on Medicare, Medicaid, or health insurance?
Once you have a clear picture, you can compare and contrast the features and requirements of different care options.
A 24-7 Care and Rehab facility may be your best option if:
We invite you to visit and take a tour of the facility closest to you. When you are ready, we will walk you through the admission process. During this process we will:
After admission to a 24-7 facility, we will work with you and your loved one to develop a care plan that addresses medical, physical, emotional and social needs and goals. A comprehensive assessment is the first step in developing this plan. In addition to an assessment of the resident’s medical, dental, psychosocial, and cognitive state, we also assess the resident’s:
Depending on your loved one’s needs, the care plan may include one or more of the following:
An interdisciplinary group of specialists will be involved in providing the care outlined in your loved one’s care plan. This Care Team includes:
Preparing for the discharge of your loved one starts on day one! Your loved one’s care plan will cover what he needs to accomplish to return home. Generally, your loved one will need to be able to:
Remember, “home” may be your home, another caregiver’s home, or your loved one’s home. But, wherever home is, you’ll want to make sure that it’s a safe environment for your loved one. Click below for a checklist that will help you plan, prepare and work toward this very exciting day.