As your loved one prepares to leave the hospital, you may find yourself taking on new caregiving responsibilities.
This transition can feel daunting, but don’t worry – we’re here to help you feel confident and prepared.
What You Need to Know
- Your care team should provide training on any tasks you’ll need to perform at home
- If they are not, make sure to ask
- Write down tasks or helpful tips in your care journal
Practice Now
- Now is the time to practice while you have help
- Ask for hands-on training from therapists
- See if you need extra equipment
Watch: Self-paced home care videos
TIP
You can talk to your case manager or social worker about any home care needs.
Getting Your Home Ready
Two simple steps can make a big difference:
- Take photos of where your loved one will stay
- Share these with your case manager, social worker or care team
Why Photos Help
They let the care team…
- Set realistic rehab goals
- Recommend safety measures
- Suggest helpful equipment or services
- Recommend a home safety check
Care experts can often recommend small changes that will make your life much easier at home.
Be sure to ask questions and rely on help.You got this!
You’ve both come a long way to now be ready to do this. Remember to keep taking care of yourself and rely on your caregiver village.