What Families Can Expect When Choosing Long-Term Ventilator Care
For proper long-term care of a ventilator-dependent patient, choosing the right ventilator care facility is an important decision. Family members need to know which questions to ask, what information to provide, and the steps for admitting a resident to our ventilator care facility.
8 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Long-Term Ventilator Care Home
1- Start a Conversation
The first step is to start a conversation with the staff of a long-term ventilator care facility. You can email or call to start a conversation, or contact us here.
2- Share Care Information
You should share the following information about your patient:
- Current Medical and emotional condition of the patient
- What are their ventilator needs
- What are their daily care needs
- Any personal preferences of the patient
- What type of mobility issues they have
- Share relevant medical records
- What medicines are they using
3- Provided Information Is Reviewed
The ventilator care facility reviews all the provided information and informs the family members whether they can admit the patient.
4- Visit the Ventilator Care Facility
It is recommended to visit the ventilator care facility to check the quality of all services provided. You should check residents’ rooms and meet with care team members.
Click Here to Request A Visit At Better Options Ventilator Care
5- Discuss Services and Requirements
During the visit, Family members should inquire about:
- Staffing of the care facility
- Ventilator Support
- Family communication
- Personalized care plans
- Costs
- Insurance
- Admission Requirements
6- Coordinate With The Discharge Team
Please note that if the patient is currently in another health care facility or a hospital, their discharge team is responsible for planning and approval of discharge. We (Better Options) are not involved in the patient discharge decision and timing.
7- Preparing a Personalized Ventilator Care Plan
At the time of admission of the patient into our facility (Better Options), our health care provider team carefully reviews all medical history, current condition, and health care needs of the patient. Based on all information, a customized care plan for the patient is prepared,
8- Settle The Patient into the New Home (Better Options Ventilator Home)
The resident’s room is prepared according to the needs and preferences of the patient so that the patient feels comfortable, safe, and respected in a homelike setting.
The infographic below explains the main steps families may experience when exploring long-term ventilator care.
