Hospital Discharge Support
We are here to ensure your transition from hospital to home is as smooth as possible. Our free hospital discharge support helps you get ready to go home. We’re here to remove barriers. We want you to feel safe, supported, and ready to settle back into life at home.
How can you help me leave hospital?
Many people experience delays leaving hospital. This is often because they don’t have the right support or equipment at home. That’s where we step in. Our team will organise everything you need to get home quickly. This might mean arranging transport or sorting a package of care. We make sure you are fully supported when you return home and ongoing. If you need support following your discharge, we will arrange this for you. And if you need long-term support, we’ll help with that too.
Scroll through to see how we can make your return home easier and smoother for you.
Getting everything ready for your return home
Many people can’t leave the hospital without some home changes or support. We will get your home set for your return, so you can leave the hospital as soon as you’re ready. This might include:
Buying essential items
Moving furniture for accessibility
Cleaning your home
Arranging support for when you get home
Supporting you during your recovery
We can support you for up to six weeks following your discharge from hospital. Our team will help you find areas where you might need support. Then, we’ll set up that support in a way that works best for you.
Help for unpaid carers going into hospital
If you care for someone and need to go into hospital, we can help.
We’ll support the person you care for while you’re away and as you recover.
This can include:
Short-term help at home for the person you care for
Support after you leave hospital
A plan that works for both of you
Caring for pets while you're away
We know that you may worry about your pet’s wellbeing when you’re not around. That’s why we arrange pet care for your companions who might be at home while you’re in the hospital.
Got a planned hospital stay?
Fill out our support request form – or chat to our team if you’d like to ask a question first.
Chat to our team
Why choose us?
Our hospital discharge support is more than just a service. Our team will support you as you transition home from hospital. They will make the process smooth and offer the best support solutions for you. Once you’re home, we can offer you support for up to 6 weeks. In this time, we will support you in the ways you need. This ensures you can get back to living life your way during your recovery. Here’s why people trust us:
Personalised Support
We take the time to understand your needs and wishes. We will work with you to make a plan that works for you. Ensuring you have everything you need to go home with confidence.
Free of charge
Our hospital discharge support is completely free. This means you can focus on your recovery without worrying about the cost.
Alternative solutions
We will look at different ways to support you. Looking at options beyond traditional care. This might be technology, or community resources. We will find solutions with you, that keep you independent and reach your goals.
FAQs
What is reablement?
If you’ve been in the hospital, you might need some help when you go home. This is called reablement support. Reablement is short-term help. It aims to get you feeling better and doing things for yourself again.
It helps you do things like getting dressed, making food, or walking safely at home.
Reablement is not about doing things for you. It’s about helping you learn to do them again on your own.
How can I get hospital discharge support with you?
How you access the service depends on your situation. Please select the option that applies to you:
I have a planned hospital stay
If you have an upcoming hospital stay, you can self-refer. The best way to request support with your planned hospital stay is by filling out the form below. It asks for all the details we need to help you quickly and easily.
Prefer another way? You can also contact us by email or phone.
I am currently in hospital
Speak to your ward team and ask them to refer you to us. If they’re unsure how to do this, they can visit this webpage for guidance.
I have recently left hospital
The best way to request support following your hospital stay is by filling out the form below. It asks for all the details we need to help you quickly and easily.
Or, you can contact our team by phone or email.
What kind of support will I get?
Our support is personalised and holistic. This means our support packages are tailored to each person. So, it’s difficult to say what a ‘typical’ package looks like. The support you get from us will be unique. It will be completely tailored to your needs and wishes.
Is your hospital discharge support really free?
Yes! The NHS covers the cost of reablement support. If you need longer-term support, other funded care may be available to you. Our team are on hand to look at these possibilities with you.
What if I need support for longer than 6 weeks?
At Humans, we will never leave someone without the care and support they need. If you need support for longer, we will work with you to arrange a solution. We will ensure your longer-term needs are met. The direction we take will be unique to you and your circumstances.
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