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Hospital Program Bridges Hospital to Home Care Gap
4 Feb
Summary
- New program supports discharged patients for up to 16 weeks.
- Province invests nearly $2 million in the Windsor hospital initiative.
- Program aims to reduce hospital strain and prevent readmissions.
A crucial new initiative, known as Hospital to Home, has been launched at Windsor Regional Hospital to enhance post-discharge patient care. This program offers support for up to 16 weeks, providing essential services such as nursing, personal support, and physiotherapy to patients who require multiple forms of care upon returning home.
The provincial government is investing nearly $2 million in this initiative, which is being delivered by SE Health. The program's primary goal is to alleviate pressure on hospitals by reducing repeat admissions and emergency room visits, particularly as the population ages.
Since its inception in October, 115 patients have benefited from the program, with plans to support over 230 by the end of March. The program also received $1.1 billion in provincial funding for initiatives across Ontario, aiming to free up hospital beds for acute care needs.
