Leaving hospital after stroke

Leaving hospital after stroke.  Where will I go after my stroke?

The experience of a stroke is an extremely traumatic and confusing time for you and for your family. You will wonder where you will go after you leave hospital. Although individual circumstances vary a great deal and you should receive support and advice on your discharge, there are four general pathways that may occur. You may:

1.  Go directly home from the acute stroke unit or medical ward
2.  Be admitted to a specialised rehabilitation unit
3.  Be transferred to low or high residential care (hostel and nursing home care)
4.  Receive palliative care

Call StrokeLine to talk to a health professional for free information and advice. 1800 STROKE (787 653)