Creating a Discharge Summary

Patient Discharge Process: Discharge Planning

Discharge Instructions for Patients: Best Practices

Fact: Hospitals discharge when the medical issue is stable — not when the home situation is safe. This one surprises so many families. Your parent can be “medically cleared”… while still dealing with: • mobility issues • confusion or memory changes • trouble managing meds • fall risk • being alone with no support • no safe plan for meals, hygiene, or transportation Hospitals focus on resolving the acute medical problem. They’re not evaluating the home, the caregiver capacity, or the day-to-day s