Tag Archives: discharge readiness

Questions to Ask Your Skilled Nursing Facility Before Discharging Home

Posted on May 9, 2023 by Dee Jones

Did you know that May is home to National Skilled Care Week? Skilled nursing communities are a crucial part of the senior care continuum, offering a safe place for older adults to get therapy and support after a hospital stay … Continue reading →

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Steps for a Successful Hospital Discharge in D.C.

Posted on May 26, 2020 by Dee Jones

Older adults leaving the hospital after a brief or extended stay always need to be careful in order to make returning home as safe as possible. The coronavirus pandemic has only made hospital discharges in the D.C. area even more … Continue reading →

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Safe Transitions Back Home

Posted on October 1, 2018 by Dee Jones

When you are in the hospital, returning home is an exciting time. There’s just nothing quite like sleeping in your own bed, free of midnight vitals checks or loud sounds from the hallway. Seniors who have spent days in a … Continue reading →

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