[Part II of the Elder Incident and Care Cycle] When an elder in your care sustains an injury that requires hospitalization and subsequent rehabilitation, you may find that additional in-home care is needed once the elderly individual returns home. Fortunately, there are numerous personal and companion care services to be had – depending on the …
Monthly Archive: February 2012
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The Elder Incident and Care Cycle: Incident, Hospital, Rehab, Home
As we age, the incidents of injuries inside or outside the home may increase. In an environment where an elder is without continual support, the advent of an injury leads to what many in the industry call “the incident and care cycle.” Whether an injury is caused by slipping on an ice-coated step on the …
