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After Stroke, Ambulance Necessary

Posted on May 9, 2013 by synergyhomecare

Quick intervention is essential after someone suffers a stroke. In fact, it can sometimes mean the difference between life and death, which makes recent findings from the American Heart Association particularly troubling. Research revealed that as many as one in three stroke victims do not take an ambulance to the hospital despite it being the fastest mode of transportation, according to a study published in the journal Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes. Continue reading →

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7 Great Ways to Provide Post-Hospital Care

Posted on April 10, 2013 by synergyhomecare

Having a loved one in the hospital can be very stressful, and repeat hospital stays make your caregiving experience seem like an emotional rollercoaster. Bringing your loved one home is a relief, but it can cause a lot of worry. What can you do to keep your loved one at home and ensure their well-being? Here are seven actions that can make the difference between continuing recovery at home and returning to the hospital. Continue reading →

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Reducing the Risk of Hospital Readmission Begins Early

Posted on April 10, 2013 by synergyhomecare

Whether it’s for an injury, illness or surgery, being admitted to the hospital is sometimes unavoidable. However, making a return trip within 30 days can often be prevented, yet an estimated 20 percent of Medicare patients do just that. Not only does this trend have a negative impact on patients’ health, it costs the healthcare system billions of dollars each year, but a smart approach for transitioning from the hospital to a home care setting can lower the risk of readmission. Continue reading →

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Reducing Hospital Readmission

Posted on April 4, 2013 by synergyhomecare

Many hospitals have programs and staff in place to ensure the ongoing quality care of their patients after discharge. SYNERGY HomeCare is here to supplement these programs with excellent non-medical care at home. The most common cuases of readmission do not occur in the hospital; they happen after the patient has gone home. Here are some ways our SYNERGY HomeCare careTEAM can help decrease a hospital’s readmission rate. Continue reading →

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Regaining Independence

Posted on February 14, 2013 by synergyhomecare

There are many seniors and family caregivers who want more independence, but do not know exactly how to attain it. Falls, hospital stays, mobility troubles, joint pain; these are all common symptoms of advancing age. Having the right kind of help can be the deciding factor in regaining valuable independence. Oftentimes seniors don’t need medical care, but they do need a little bit of non-medical attention. Continue reading →

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Prevent Hospital Readmission with Home Care

Posted on January 25, 2013 by synergyhomecare

Being readmitted to the hospital is a common health risk among older adults. Some statistics show that as many as one-fifth of seniors are re-hospitalized within 30 days of returning home, usually with a different condition than they were originally admitted for. When an elderly loved one comes home from the hospital, whether it is after a prolonged illness or injury, it’s important for family members to take steps to provide the best senior care possible. Continue reading →

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Practicing Prevention, Realizing Rehabilitation

Posted on May 9, 2011 by petertourian

The families we serve know the round-the-clock nature of caregiving, especially for loved ones with long-term disability after stroke. For victims and family caregivers alike, it is important to look forward and celebrate milestones in the rehabilitation process. Continue reading →

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