There are essentially five care options available to seniors following a discharge: Self-Care - assuming the senior is able to safely and easily perform routine activities of daily living such as running errands, maintaining meal prep and personal hygiene. Spouse Care – for seniors fortunate to have the companionship and support of a healthy wife, husband or life partner. Family Care – Proximity is everything when it comes to this option. Having able and willing family members nearby is often the first and preferred route for many seniors. However, with aging comes decline and the eventual need for more professional and skilled caregiving capable of managing all aspects of care related to physical and cognitive impairment. Private Home Care - If you are looking for personalized care after a hospitalization, private duty home care can be a great option. Highly-skilled care teams provide assurance of safety, well-being and full compliance with the physician’s care orders for a few hours a day, several times each week, or up to 24-hours per day.