When a senior has been in hospital following an injury or illness, it is important to take the proper precautions when it comes to their care. After being discharged, there is an increased risk of falling ill or becoming injured again. People want to get back to their normal lives as quickly as possible, not always taking into consideration the fact that they are still recuperating their strength. This is where short-term rehabilitative care can come in handy.
What is short-term rehabilitation?
Short-term rehabilitative care is designed for those who have recently been discharged from hospital and still require some level of care. This might include physical therapy following an injury, support with medication management, speech therapy, and care with day-to-day tasks like washing. This kind of rehabilitation can take place in a dedicated care facility or the patient’s home.
Here are some of the main benefits of short-term rehabilitation following treatment in a hospital…
It provides a comfortable environment
The clinical setting of a hospital can bring you down. The effect this has on your mood and mental state can actually be detrimental to recovery. Continuing your recovery at home or in an assisted living facility provides you with a more comfortable environment to live in, even if it’s only for a short period.
Don’t rush to get back on your feet
Trying to do too much all at once after being in hospital can send your recovery progress back in the opposite direction. It’s important to take your time with recovery and not push yourself too hard. In a short-term care setting, you can relax and get the support you need until you are ready to live independently again.
Get professional care tailored to you
No matter what you were hospitalized for and what symptoms you’re recovering from, you can find professional caregivers who are experienced in helping others in your situation. Whether you need nursing care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, or memory care, finding the right care facility will give you the help you need.
Emotional support from others around you
Navigating visiting hours in a hospital can be a challenge, meaning you don’t always get to see much of your friends and family. Whether you receive short-term care at home or in an assisted living community, you’ll be in a more social and emotionally supportive environment. You might move in with a family member during your recovery or receive regular visits at home from friends and family. And assisted living is a friendly setting where socialization between residents is encouraged and facilitated.
If you or a loved one need short-term rehabilitation following a hospital stay in North Carolina, then contact Bermuda Village to find out more about our expert care services and inviting assisted living community in the Bermuda Run Country Club.
