Post-Discharge Care Preparation Handbook: Home Modifications, Nursing Supplies, and Rehabilitation Equipment Rental Information

Post-Discharge Care Preparation Handbook: Home Modifications, Nursing Supplies, and Rehabilitation Equipment Rental Information

When your family member is about to be discharged and return home, post-discharge care preparation is key to ensuring safety and recovery. A well-planned approach to home modifications, nursing supplies, and rehabilitation equipment rental can significantly reduce the risk of falls and improve caregiving efficiency.

Home modifications should first create a barrier-free environment: install safety grab bars in hallways and bathrooms, remove thresholds and carpet edges, and place non-slip mats and a shower chair in the bathroom. It is recommended to hire an occupational therapist for an in-home assessment to propose modification plans based on the elderly person's movement patterns.

Nursing supplies you need to prepare include: pressure-relieving anti-decubitus pads, adult diapers, suction machines, or feeding syringes. Choose breathable, highly absorbent products to avoid skin damage.

Renting rehabilitation equipment is more economical than purchasing, especially for short-term use items such as wheelchairs, electric nursing beds, commode chairs, and walking frames. Hong Kong has rehabilitation equipment rental services (e.g., the Red Cross, Jockey Club Rehabilitation Equipment Rental Centre). You only need to pay a deposit and a low rental fee to rent equipment for 3 to 6 months.

Before discharge, please contact a medical social worker or community rehabilitation network to obtain a copy of the Post-Discharge Care Preparation Handbook. Make good use of rental services to save expenses and reserve your budget for long-term equipment that is truly needed. Returning home safely is the first step toward recovery.