Pre-Discharge Planning: Partnering with Hospitals for Early Success
We bridge the gap between hospital care and home by managing every step of the process with precision and care, ensuring patients are safely discharged within 14 days.
What we do
Our Customer Relations Team collaborates with hospital social workers, support coordinators, and discharge planners to explore and secure the best care and accommodation options for patients.
We initiate planning before the patient’s care plan is formally assessed and approved to ensure no delays in their transition.
How it Helps Hospitals:
Reduces delays in discharge by addressing care and accommodation needs early.
Frees up hospital resources by minimising bed-blocking
Allows hospital staff to focus on patient care while we handle logistics.
Our Core Services include:
NDIS Supported Independent Living (SIL):
Flexible and personalised housing options for individuals with disabilities.
NDIS Community Access & Social Participation (CP):
Flexible support for individuals to access their community through a variety of activities.
Hospital to home
PRE-DISCHARGE PLANNING
Our Customer Relations Team collaborates with the patient to explore and secure the best care and accommodation options for patients.
14 Day Transition Process
STEP 1
CORE PLAN MANAGEMENT
Our Team collaborates with hospital care professionals to prepare a detailed, personalised post-discharge care plan.
We assist hospital teams in gathering and organising reports from key departments, such as Psychology, Physiotherapy, and Occupational Therapy.
STEP 2
STAFF TRAINING AND PREPARATION
Our team prepares training briefs and organises inductions for support staff to ensure they are equipped to provide high-quality, patient-specific care
STEP 3
ACCOMODATION SET UP
The Transition and Operations Team prepares the patient’s accommodation, including arranging furniture, equipment, and any necessary hires or installations.
STEP 4
ALLIED HEALTH HANDOVER
Our Community Occupational Therapists (OTs) collaborate with hospital OTs and other allied health professionals to conduct a seamless handover, ensuring all therapy and equipment needs are addressed and signed off.
HOW IT HELPS HOSPITALS
1. Ensures a smooth and well coordinated transition, reducing administrative burdens on hospital teams.
2. Guarantees that patients leave with a comprehensive care plan and a fully prepared home environment, lowering the risk of complications or readmissions.
3. Helps hospitals discharge patients on time, knowing their ongoing care needs are thoroughly planned and executed.
Discharge & Transition Day and Post Transition Support
01
What we do
Our Intake & Care Team oversees the discharge process, including arranging transport, managing costs, and ensuring the patient transitions smoothly to their new home or accommodation.
02
How it helps hospitals
1. Simplifies the discharge process by handling all logistics.
2. Enables hospital staff to focus on other priorities, knowing the patient’s transition is fully managed.
3. Reduces the stress of last-minute delays or issues on the day of discharge.
03
Post Transition Support: A Commitment to Continued Care
1. We provide regular updates to the hospital for 4 weeks post-discharge, detailing the patient’s condition and transition progress.
2. Our team addresses any concerns or issues that arise during this period, ensuring the patient's transition remains successful.
3. A final handover to the hospital is completed at the end of the 4 weeks.
04
How it helps hospitals
1. Keeps hospitals informed, reinforcing trust and accountability in the discharge process.
2. Reduces the risk of readmissions by monitoring and addressing post-discharge issues.
3. Provides peace of mind that the patient’s care needs are being met effectively.
Key Meetings
1. Introduction Care Team Meeting (Day 1)
Aligns all stakeholders, including hospital staff, allied health professionals, support workers, and family, on the patient’s transition plan.
2. Progress Care Team Meeting (Week 1)
Reviews the patient’s progress and addresses any emerging concerns or adjustments needed.
Final Transition Care Team Meeting (Week 2)
Conducts a detailed checklist review to confirm that the patient is ready for discharge and all preparations are complete.
HOW IT HELPS HOSPITALS
1. Promotes a collaborative approach, ensuring all stakeholders are informed and aligned throughout the process.
2. Identifies and resolves potential challenges early, keeping the discharge timeline on track.
3. Provides confidence that patients are ready for discharge with all needs addressed.
Accommodation Options with Hogan Care (HC)
Flexible Accommodation Solutions
We offer flexible accommodation solutions tailored to each patient’s needs, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment post-discharge.
Our Options include:
1. HC-Owned Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA)
& Supported Independent Living (SIL) Homes
HC provides high-quality, fully equipped accommodation options for NDIS participants. Homes are designed to support varying levels of care needs, from high-support requirements to independent living arrangements.
2. The Patient’s Own Home
If the patient wishes to return home, we facilitate a smooth transition by ensuring all required support, equipment, and modifications are in place. We coordinate with allied health teams to assess home readiness and arrange necessary care services.
3. Other NDIS-Registered Accommodation Providers
We work with a network of trusted accommodation providers to secure safe and suitable housing for patients who needongoing care. This includes short-term, medium-term, or permanent housing solutions
Coverage & Locations:
Nationwide Services:
HC offers coverage across key Metropolitan and regional areas.
Priority Areas:
We focus on major cities and high-demand regions, ensuring fast and efficient hospital discharges in areas where accommodation support is most needed.
About Hogan Care
Your Partner in Patient Discharge
1. HC-Owned Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA)
& Supported Independent Living (SIL) Homes
Lived Experience: Our CEO / Director, Vilay Hogan, has practical experience in Disability and Housing and is passionate about providing quality support for vulnerable people. Her life experience has culminated in providing personalised and tailored care for each person under Hogan Care.
Committed Team: Vilay is supported by a dedicated team that coordinates the effort of over 200 caring staff to deliver the practical support required to make everyday life everything a person wishes for.
Extensive Coverage: We cover all your needs: SDA (Specialist Disability Accommodation), SIL (Supported Independent Living), Short / Medium Term and Respite, Disability, Mental Health & Aged Care support. Robust Quality Systems & Processes: Our service delivery is backed by the highest levels of compliance across all funding schemes.
Trusted Working Relationships: Our extensive network of Carers and Accommodation Providers ensures you receive seamless personalised care.
Our costs conform with all funding scheme pricing rules.
HOW IT HELPS HOSPITALS
Time-Saving: Our proactive approach ensures patients are discharged quickly, freeing up hospital beds.
Comprehensive Coordination: We manage every detail of the transition, reducing the workload on hospital teams.