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Author: Home Helpers Home Care

What To Do After Your Loved One Has Had A Stroke

Returning Home After a Stroke: How Home Helpers Home Care of the Northern Shenandoah Valley Can Help

Caring for a loved one after a stroke can be challenging. At Home Helpers Home Care of the Northern Shenandoah Valley, we aim to make the transition smoother by preparing your home and creating a home care plan tailored to your loved one’s needs.

Ensuring a Smooth Transition

When your loved one is discharged from rehab, we take key steps for their safe return:

• Rehab Facility Visit: We collaborate with healthcare providers to understand your loved one’s current abilities, ensuring a safe discharge and transition home.
• Home Safety Assessment: We assess your home, recommending necessary equipment like walkers or hospital beds to ensure safety and comfort.

Personalized Care Plan

We develop a comprehensive care plan that meets your loved one’s unique needs. Our compassionate caregivers are introduced to ensure a seamless transition and a familiar environment.

Working with Healthcare Providers

Our team partners with medical professionals, such as physical and occupational therapists, to ensure a well-coordinated recovery plan tailored to your loved one’s health goals.

Promoting Independence & Safety

We encourage your loved one to regain independence in daily tasks while providing the necessary support to ensure safety and reduce risks during recovery.

Medication Organization

Although we do not administer medications, we help manage weekly pill organizers and create a medication log to track prescriptions and ensure timely dosages.

Vigilant Stroke Symptom Monitoring

Our caregivers are trained to recognize the signs of a potential stroke recurrence, using the FAST method to detect early symptoms and ensure swift medical intervention when necessary.

Supporting Long-Term Recovery

Our interdisciplinary team assists with transportation to therapy and follow-up appointments, providing ongoing support for your loved one’s long-term recovery needs.

Conclusion

At Home Helpers Home Care of the Northern Shenandoah Valley, we provide compassionate and professional care for your loved one’s post-stroke recovery. With tailored care plans, a collaborative approach, and a focus on safety and independence, we help your family through this critical time. Call us at (540) 771-2555 to learn more about our services.