What care is available?

This section is about the guidance, support and care that we can provide.

It describes all parts of the social care process, from

Leaving hospital

Within North Yorkshire, we work very closely with the NHS to ensure that people in hospital are discharged safely and can return to home life as quickly as possible. Our Discharge Hub social care staff can help with information and advice when you are ready to leave hospital.

No matter which hospital you are in, you can request an assessment of your needs to help you stay independent and confident when you return home. If you have social care needs upon discharge, our NHS colleagues will help to determine the safest place for you to be. This may include supporting you to leave hospital with a temporary stay or providing support with care at home. Once you leave hospital, a member of our Social Care Team will visit you to offer a further assessment to determine your long-term care needs.

The assessment involves asking you about your needs, the outcomes you want to achieve and how we can support you to maximise your independence to help you live safely and

Home from Hospital Service

A service for people aged 18 and over living in North Yorkshire who are being discharged home and would benefit from some support.

How does the service help?

The Home from Hospital Team and volunteers ease the process of settling back home by helping to resolve potential issues, such as anxiety.

Support can be provided for up to six weeks, depending on an eligibility assessment. Over this period, the team can assist in re-building confidence and independence. Visits are usually weekly and someone who might be leaving hospital worried about how they are going to cope at home, to advice about specialist care for someone who might have very complex needs but wants to stay at home. independently at home. There will also be an explanation of any charges that may be made. If there is a cost, the exact amount will be determined based on a financial assessment. A relative, carer, or a member of the hospital staff may also approach the hospital Social Care Team and ask them to carry out an assessment, but this will not go ahead unless you agree. last up to one hour. The team can make an initial home visit to discuss any immediate concerns and needs. The support provided will vary according to individual circumstances.

If you already have a social care service in place, we will assess any other needs you may have and review these against the outcomes you want to achieve after your stay in hospital.

If you have a carer, they can also be offered an assessment and advice and support. A social care worker can discuss any issues and give details of carers’ support groups.

We can also introduce you to local voluntary organisations that can help with a variety of services such as laundry and domestic cleaning or sitting services.

For more information, visit: www.carersresource. org/hospital-related/home-from-hospital and select ‘Home from Hospital – North Yorkshire’.