Leaving a physical rehab facility during the recovery process of an injury or illness and transitioning to life back home can be scary. More so when in most cases, you find out you’re coming home quickly, leaving you little time to prepare.
In a facility, you have meals provided, doctors and nurses nearby and the tools necessary to help you recover. But missing the comforts of home and wanting your own autonomy and freedom back is normal. The reality is that many seniors or adults do not have their homes already equipped to be conducive to their recovery or fit their current mobility needs.
If you or a loved one is moving from a rehab facility back to home life, know there are steps you can take before being discharged that will make the transition smooth for everyone involved.
Household Preparations
Before returning home, talk with a family member or significant other about making household arrangements before you sign the discharge paperwork.
These preparations can be anything from rearranging furniture to create wider paths, moving clutter off the floor, or even rearranging the kitchen cabinets, so commonly used items are in lower cabinets. Read our blog for more tips on how to make your home more accessible for more tips and tricks.
Arranging Home Assistance
It’s important to know and respect your physical limitations before you go home. Pushing yourself too hard too fast can undo the treatment you received and prolong your recovery, potentially requiring additional surgeries or physical therapy down the road.
Talk with your care team about your limitations — do you need help bathing, cooking, doing laundry, or shopping? If the answer is yes, who can help you with those chores if you do not have a home care assistant?
Make a solid plan with your team or contact your insurance company to see what benefits you have when it comes to home care assistance and don’t be afraid to lean on loved ones!
Purchase Or Rent A Stairlift
Even with a home care assistant or rearranged furniture, having a bedroom or bath on the upper levels of the home can be problematic for someone with limited mobility.
But it’s not always realistic to stay with a relative, in a long-term facility, or move to a new home. Stairlifts are an affordable and convenient solution for those who want to maintain their independence and autonomy.
Right Now Mobility offers fast installation of reliable, quality stairlifts in Cincinnati, Dayton, Columbus, and Northern Kentucky. We are certified aging-in-place specialists with the National Homebuilders Association and have a 5-star review rating on Google so when we say fast, we mean it. In most cases, your stairlift will be installed and functional the next business day.
We take pride in being Ohio’s top-rated authority for mobility solutions, and currently offer stairlifts, ramps, and walk-in tubs in Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana areas. Call or text 888-381-5820 for your free consultation with a friendly member of our team to discuss your needs and learn more about our mobility solutions. To stay up-to-date about mobility healthcare, check us out on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn!
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