Recovering from hospitalization due to surgery, illness, or injury can be a stressful time for older adults and their family caregivers. Many times, the next step after a hospital stay is transitioning to short-term senior rehab in a skilled nursing facility.
The journey from hospital to rehab to home can be overwhelming, but knowing what to expect can provide comfort and help you prepare. Let’s take a closer look at the process:
If your loved one is ready to leave the hospital but still needs additional care before they can safely return home, their physician may recommend a short-term stay in a nearby senior rehabilitation facility.
Because ongoing recovery takes place outside of the hospital, it’s important to choose a senior rehab facility that offers personalized and compassionate care. Remember, you have options! Take some time to research senior rehabilitation in Columbus and Delaware, Ohio, to make an informed decision.
At Willow Brook, we work closely with hospitals and families to make the transition to rehab as smooth and supportive as possible.
2. What to Expect in Senior Rehabilitation Care
From the moment your loved one arrives in one of Willow Brook’s senior rehabilitation facilities, you can expect them to be surrounded by compassionate care and personalized support.
Our experienced rehab team carefully follows each patient’s physician-directed care plan to optimize the pace and success of their recovery, including coordinating interdisciplinary care such as physical, occupational, and/or speech therapy, as well as skilled nursing care for needs like IV therapy, wound care, and medication management. We also provide assistance with daily activities, including grooming, dressing, and healthy meals to ensure comfort and holistic care throughout the entire recovery process.
At Willow Brook, we recognize that mental health is just as important as physical health. Our dedicated team offers daily encouragement and a variety of engaging activities in our sun-filled rehab rooms to keep spirits high and prevent feelings of isolation or boredom. Everything we do is solely focused on helping seniors in recovery regain their strength, mobility, confidence, and independence as quickly and safely as possible.
As your loved one’s recovery progresses, you can expect our care team to work with you and your family to plan a safe return home step by step. This might include recommendations for home safety additions such as grab bars and mobility aids, at-home therapy exercises for ongoing recovery, and follow-up care coordination with your loved one’s physician.
Our goal is to ensure seniors and their families feel fully prepared and supported for the transition from rehab to home life. At the same time, we recognize that for some families, a rehabilitation stay can serve as a valuable “trial run” for what life would be like in a senior living community.
During their stay in one of Willow Brook’s skilled senior rehabilitation facilities, your loved one will experience the very same care, well-appointed amenities, and vibrant community life as our current residents. A short-term stay can help shine a light on the many ways the move to a senior living community can benefit your loved one’s physical and mental health, lifestyle, and overall well-being throughout their retirement years.
Looking for Senior Rehab and Recovery Care in Central Ohio?
Willow Brook offers two senior rehabilitation centers in Central Ohio — at Willow Brook Christian Home in Columbus and Willow Brook Christian Village in Delaware, Ohio. If you’re planning a short-term rehab stay for a senior loved one, we invite you to take a tour of our beautiful, 5-star rehab centers. Whether your loved one is recovering from a planned surgery or unexpected illness, our expert team will coordinate a personalized recovery plan that prioritizes their health, comfort, and dignity every step of the way.
Reach out today to learn more about how Willow Brook can help your family through this important transition period of life.
