10 Top Tips for Hospital Discharge

1), Ask the staff caring for you on the ward when you’re likely to be getting home. They should be able to give you an expected date of discharge.

2), When you have a discharge date, arrange for a relative or friend to collect you or let the staff know if they need to make other transport arrangements for you.

3), Make sure you have keys to get in!

4), Don’t forget to ask for any medical certificates you may need whilst on the ward.

5), Some hospitals have a Discharge

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6), If you’re returning home, make sure you have everything you need for your recovery.

7), Your Discharge Letter will be given to you with your medications when they are ready – the Discharge Lounge can speed this process.

8), It may be helpful to ask a friend or relative to stay with you or visit regularly.

9), If this is not possible, make sure you have plenty of food, drink and other essentials at home.

10), If you have any queries, ask the nurse By, Lesley Golby,

Ward Manager - Discharge Lounge Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham

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YOUR CARE IS OUR CALLING

ST JOSEPH’S COLESHILL

By Father Hudson’s Care

Ahomely, welcoming place, St Joseph’s puts your care at its heart.Every person With its beautiful rural setting, it’s perhaps surprising to learn that St Joseph’s is easily accessible from Birmingham, Solihull or Coventry, being only a mile from M6 junction 4. home.”

–Diane, wife of resident.

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who comes to stay at St Joseph’s is treated with dignity, respect, and compassion.

Whether you plan to stay for a few days or more permanently, we will welcome you into our community and make sure you have the care you need when you need it.

18th February 2020

“I’d been in hospital, so came to St Joseph’s “I’d been in hospital, so came to St Joseph’s while my house was being fitted for me to while my house was being fitted for me to go home. The rooms are smashing and the go home. The rooms are smashing and the carers are great. I’ll miss being here, but I’m carers are great. I’ll miss being here, but I’m ready to go home.” – Wendy, respite client. ready to go home.” – Wendy, respite client.

Our highly trained staff get to know individual residents, so they can provide care that meets their interests as well as daily living needs. We organise activities to keep residents entertained, active and healthy. And we work to respect and support everyone individual’s spiritual needs.

St Joseph’s is a purpose-built facility with on-site services and access to local amenities. It features several memory the 1950s and 1960s.

“I looked at several homes before St Joseph’s. When I came here, it felt like a home from

be happy to show you around. Call 01675 434559, email stjosephs2@ fatherhudons.org.uk or speak to your hospital discharge nurse.

From day one my mom experienced such great care. The carers have been amazing and treated her with respect and dignity at all times and became part of our family. The home offers a variety of activities and encourage residents and family to join in. The standard of food was excellent and they catered for my mom’s limited dietary requirements. I could not have asked for anything better and I am very sad that I have had to move Mom on to nursing care. I have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending St Joseph’s Residential Care Home.

Andrea W (Daughter of Resident

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My father was extremely well cared for by all members of staff, whilst in St Joseph’s between April 18 and May 19. I cannot praise everyone enough for all the love and attention dad received in those 14 months. I would highly recommend this care home to anyone considering a safe and loving place for.

Doreen R (Daughter of Resident) 21st August 2019

Genuine reviews posted in 2019 & 2020 on the independent website www.carehome.co.uk