Skilled Nursing Facility
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Stand-alone facility ( also known as a rehabilitation center or nursing home )
An advanced practice healthcare provider visits 1 to 2 times a week ; a physician visits at least once a month
1 to 3 hours per day of core therapies ( physical , occupational and / or speech therapy ), 5 days a week
Home
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If you have had a mild stroke with no lasting deficits or a TIA , you will be discharged to home . If you have mild deficits that persist , you may be sent home with home health therapy or outpatient therapy .
Home Health
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Rehab / nursing care is provided in your own home
You must be homebound to qualify for home health services
� 1 to 3 visits a week per therapy ( nursing , physical , occupational and / or speech )
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Visits typically last 30 to 60 minutes each session
Outpatient Therapy
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Stand-alone facility 1 to 3 visits a week
Visits are usually 45 minutes to 1 hour in length for each type of therapy you are receiving
Best for patients who are in their final stages of returning to being as independent as possible
Palliative Care
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Your doctor may consult the Palliative Care Team to assist in your care . Palliative care is specialized medical care for people with serious illnesses . It is appropriate at any age and at any stage in a serious illness , and it can be provided together with curative treatment .
Palliative care is provided by a team of doctors and nurses who will work with your doctor to provide an extra layer of support . The team will focus on providing you with relief from the symptoms , pain , and stress of your illness . The goal is to improve quality of life for you and your family .
Recovery from a stroke is a team effort . You , your loved ones , and the healthcare team will work together to provide support and help you meet your goals for recovery .
Fall Safety in the Home
After a stroke , you are at a higher risk of falling . Your therapists will work with you on improving your movement and independence . Home safety is an important part of preventing falls . This checklist will help you find and fix any hazards in your home .
Floors
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Make sure there is a clear path through each room . Ask someone to move furniture so your path is clear .
Remove throw rugs or use double-sided tape or non-slip backing so rugs won ’ t slip .
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