FAQs About Short Term Rehab

When an elderly parent suffers an injury at home, you have to decide whether or not he or she needs to be moved into a nursing home facility or stay at home with the care of trained workers. If neither of these options is desirable to your parent, there is a third option. Short term rehab would give your parent the help needed to recover so he or she can return home in good health. If you are considering short term rehab, here is what you need to know.   

What Is Short Term Rehab?

Short term rehab is a program that provides your parent with treatment in a facility. At the beginning of the treatment, medical care providers will assess your parent's condition and set a goal for completing treatment. At the end of the treatment, your parent can return home and resume his or her life. 

Short term rehab can last a few days or several weeks. During the treatment duration, your parent can receive a wide range of services, including physical therapy, nutritional coaching, and speech therapy. 

Why Should You Consider Short Term Rehab?

There are several reasons for choosing short term rehab for your parent. One of the most important is that your parent will be overseen by professionals 24/7. If your parent is in need of emergency care during that time, he or she will be near medical professionals who can administer it. 

Another benefit is that because the program is focused on your parent's recovery, he or she will possibly fare better there than at home with at-home providers. Instead of having to worry about other tasks, such as running his or her household, your parent can focus on getting better. 

What Happens If Your Parent Does Not Meet Treatment Goals?

In some instances, the short term rehab staff might believe it is best for a person to transfer to a long-term facility or to return home with 24/7 care. During the course of your parent's treatment, he or she will be closely monitored by medical care providers. If your parent is not making progress or the condition is worsening, long-term care might be necessary. 

For instance, if your parent also suffers from dementia that caused the injury he or she suffered, long-term care might be necessary. It is important to note that some short term rehab facilities do also offer long-term care. If that is case your parent can stay and transfer within the facility. 

Consult with a short term rehab facility (click here for additional reading) within your area to learn more about the benefits that your parent can experience.