Financial Support Legal Support Employment Support Insurance and other kinds of assistance Respite Services Community Integration/Wellbeing ICU-Specific The Society of Critical Care Medicine has developed educational materials for ICU patients and families. Chest has published an ICU Guide. Lara Goitein, MD wrote a book called The ICU Guide for Families: […]
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Family Training Skin care and safe mobility training (UHF Next Step in Care) Includes English- and Spanish-language training videos for: Project RED (Re-Engineered Discharge) Toolkit Consider asking your healthcare team if they can use these tools to help your family with: Family Support After Critical Illness Most of these organizations […]
PCPs often do not have access to hospital records to easily get up to speed on details of the critical illness. Clinic visits are short and make it challenging for them to assess functional changes from the hospitalization. Ask the clinicians in the hospital or SNF to help complete it […]
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After a stay in critical care, your loved one may need to move to a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) for further care and rehabilitation. This guide will help you understand what to expect and how to support your loved one during this transition. What is a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)? […]
Leaving the hospital is an important step – and many people are surprised by difficulties during the transition home. The hospital has all kinds of equipment and people that provide support in subtle ways. Here are some common challenges that you or your loved one may face. Pick any of […]
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You should get discharge instructions and paperwork from the hospital team. Before you leave, make sure you know: […]
Caring for yourself is essential – for your own sake, for the ICU survivor in your life, and for all the other people who care about you. Just a moment of time and attention to how you’ll take care of yourself can make all the difference. Think about: Try to: […]
Caring for someone after a critical illness takes a team. Let’s break down who can help and how: […]
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It’s normal to have worries as a caregiver. Recognizing them is the first step to finding solutions. Tips for Managing Concern Common Concerns […]
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 Practice Now Watch: Self-paced home care videos Getting Your […]
