Coming home after surgery should feel like a victory. In truth, it is the beginning of a fragile phase where every detail matters. Hospitals discharge people once they are stable enough to leave, not fully healed. The first days and weeks at home involve new routines, new medications, physical limitations, and emotional stress. That combination makes this period one of the riskiest times for hospital readmission. The reality is many of these readmissions are avoidable. Families often underestimate the daily challenges of recovery. Meals get skipped or lack protein. Prescriptions pile up and confusion sets in. A trip to the bathroom at night leads to a fall. Appointments are missed because getting to the car is too exhausting. Each gap seems small but together they add up. At CARE Homecare, we specialize in closing those gaps. As a trusted home care provider in Los Angeles and Orange County, our caregivers support families through this delicate transition. By focusing on daily life—nutrition, mobility, medication reminders, safety, and companionship—we reduce the risks that commonly send people back to the hospital.

Learn essential strategies for providing compassionate and effective dementia care with this comprehensive guide. Explore ways to create structured daily routines, improve communication, enhance home safety, address behavioral challenges, and prioritize caregiver well-being to support both patients and their loved ones.

In recent years, the conversation around mental health has expanded significantly, shedding light on the importance of emotional and psychological well-being across all ages. For the elderly, especially those receiving home care, mental health…