72-Hour Action Plan
Tap each action to see what to do and say. Priority order matters — the earlier you act, the better your options.
Ask the Social Worker — Checklist
Hospital social workers are your most powerful ally. Tick each question as you ask it. Print this before the meeting.
Discharge Options — What Are They?
There's more than a binary "home vs nursing home." Explore all the options.
Your Rights at Discharge
Many families feel pressured. Know what the hospital can and cannot do.
Common Questions
Coming Home Prepared
Equipment that makes a real difference in the first weeks after hospital discharge.
Shower Chairs
Essential for safe bathing during recovery — reduces falls when strength is low.
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Help getting in and out of bed safely — critical in the first days home.
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Bathroom floors are a leading cause of falls — a $20 mat can prevent a readmission.
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Maintain mobility and independence while rebuilding strength after discharge.
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