At Sheltering Arms Institute, ensuring a smooth transition back to your community is important to us. During your stay at our rehabilitation hospital, your team of physicians, therapists, nurses, and case managers will work with you to establish a plan for your treatment as well as your return to the community. In preparation for discharge, your care team will also work with your family and/or caregiver(s) to teach skills and techniques that provide support and assistance as well as any special care required upon leaving the hospital. They will also work with you to order any equipment that you may need. Your physician may also place orders for continued therapy services such as home health or outpatient therapy. The process of planning begins now – before you even arrive at Sheltering Arms Institute! Information that will be helpful to you and your family and/or caregiver(s) as you begin planning for your graduation from inpatient rehabilitation: Typical length of stay at Sheltering Arms Institute is between 7 and 21 days. This varies depending on your condition and treatment plan – factors will be considered from the start as you and your team plan for your return to the community or the next stage of recovery. The target date for your discharge will be established and discussed with you and your family and/or caregiver(s) very soon after admission in order to allow time for planning and preparation. Your estimated discharge date may change based on your needs and progress; you may be discharged sooner than originally planned, or your stay could increase if needed. Discharges are generally scheduled for weekday mornings if possible; however, this time is flexible to meet your family and/or caregivers’ ability to participate. At that time, your team will celebrate with you as you take the next step in recovery! Your recovery will continue after you leave Sheltering Arms Institute. You and your family and/or caregiver(s) will be provided with detailed information and recommendations to make your continued care as seamless as possible. Your case manager, physician, and other members of your team will work with you to coordinate any follow-up care needed to help with a smooth transition back to the community. Sheltering Arms Institute offers a wide range of follow-up resources and services to meet your individual needs and provide a seamless transition for you and your family, including outpatient physical, occupational, and speech therapy services. Additionally, Sheltering Arms offers community programs such as Adaptive and Medical Fitness Programs and the Club Rec Day Recreation Program to support your care continuum and help you continue to progress in your recovery. Your care manager will discuss these options with you to ensure you are educated about your options. We look forward to working with you after your stay at Sheltering Arms Institute!
