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You are right to be thinking ahead about Answer: this. The estimated time for recovery from a hospital visit is one week for every day spent in the hospital. Not having help can result in longer recovery time and possibly even a repeat hospital stay. There are many options available to you for home care after surgery. The beauty of home care is that it is flexible in order to meet your improving condition from day to day. Many clients want the security of having someone around the clock for a few days, with the ability to then customize help for the times when they need assistance as they recover. Often after surgery, a person should not be doing housework such as sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, or cooking and washing dishes. A person may be unsteady, and for safety reasons needs a caregiver to assist with showering /bathing. Remember – YOU are always in charge of the type of help, the caregiver, and the times that you want. Scheduling ahead is a good idea, but you should have the flexibility to adjust the schedule as your health improves. You should never have to sign a long-term contract for in-home care.

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