Hospital-to-Home Transitions

Helping you return home with safety and confidence. Our assessments ensure your space is prepared for recovery, so you can focus on healing while caregivers feel supported and ready.

A Safe Return Home After Hospital Discharge

Leaving the hospital after surgery, illness, or injury can feel overwhelming. A hospital-to-home transition assessment ensures that your living environment, equipment, and daily routines are ready to support recovery. This proactive planning helps reduce the chance of setbacks, readmission, or unnecessary caregiver strain.

Our recommendations may include:

  • Equipment such as ramps, grab bars, bed rails, or shower chairs to support safe mobility.

  • Home modifications that make essential spaces safer and easier to access.

  • Strategies to simplify daily routines for clients and caregivers.

  • Guidance on accessing funding programs when eligible.

Why It Matters

Recovering at home requires more than just medical treatment — it requires a safe, supportive environment. The right planning not only protects your health and independence but also helps caregivers provide assistance confidently and without added risk. Our goal is to make the transition home as smooth and safe as possible.

Service Area:

Our services are available in Ottawa, including Stittsville, Kanata, Nepean, and Gloucester, and in Eastern Ontario areas such as Cornwall, Crysler, Winchester, and Finch.

What to Expect

  1. Initial Phone Call
    We discuss your discharge timeline, recovery needs, and home environment so we understand your priorities.

  2. In-Home or Pre-Discharge Assessment
     An occupational therapist reviews your setup and provides practical, personalized recommendations.

  3. Written Summary & Recommendations
    You will receive a clear plan outlining equipment, safety considerations, and caregiver support strategies.

  4. Coordination & Follow-Up

    We ensure recommendations are understood and that clients and caregivers feel fully prepared for the transition home.

Common Questions

  • No, you do not need to prepare. We review your home as it is and guide you step by step through the next recommendations.

  • Yes, caregivers are encouraged to participate. Their involvement ensures they feel confident and capable in providing safe support at home.

  • Ideally, booking a few days before discharge allows time to complete the assessment and put recommendations in place. However, we also provide support after you return home.

Looking to plan a safe return home?

Call 514-898-4264, email info@elevatemobility.ca, or send us a message.

You can also explore our Blog page to read Understanding the ADP: How to Apply for Funded Mobility Equipment in Ontario.

Start planning confidently with expert guidance.