Choosing After-Care Services

After-hospital care that fits your needs is important. Make sure you understand what your hospital staff recommends for you or your loved one, whether that's continued medical care like skilled nursing or hospice care, personal care, or help with activities of daily living. Staff may also recommend where you should receive after-care services, such as in your own home or at an assisted living or independent living facility. If you need a medical device, like a brace or blood sugar monitor, you can get referrals for those services too. Ask your discharge planner for help finding local after-care services that are right for you.

To get started evaluating or finding after-hospital care resources in your area, visit:

• Eldercare Locator: eldercare.acl.gov
• National Respite Network and Resource Center: www.archrespite.org

You also can talk to your case manager or social worker for help finding the right after-care services.

Check Your Coverage

Contact your health insurance, Medicare or Medicaid to find out what care and services are covered for you and to get help with costs.