Discharge from Wesley Des Moines Rehabilitation & Care Center is a big moment—filled with both relief and uncertainty. Whether your loved one is returning home, stepping into a new care setting, or needing more support than expected, this guide is designed to help you make informed decisions. 💙

Discharge Process

The discharge process at Wesley Des Moines Rehabilitation & Care Center is collaborative. A team—usually consisting of a physician, physical or occupational therapists, and a discharge planner—will evaluate the patient's readiness based on:

• Physical therapy or rehab progress 🏃

• Safety and mobility at home

• The need for continued nursing or caregiver support

Your Responsibilities at Discharge:

📌 Ask the discharge planner for a checklist—they usually provide one but don’t always emphasize it.

When You’d Need Home Care

Many patients discharged from Wesley Des Moines are stable—but not yet independent. Home care allows them to recover comfortably while getting the daily support they need.

Home Care May Be Right If:

• There’s trouble with basic activities like bathing, dressing, or mobility

• The patient is fall-prone or recovering from surgery

• Family caregivers aren’t available or live far away

• Medication management is needed

• You want flexible help without moving to a facility

Common Services Needed Post-Wesley Des Moines:

Testimonials from Real Clients:

"After Wesley Des Moines discharged my mom, she wasn’t ready to be alone. Caringene got us set up with a caregiver within hours. They’re now like part of the family." – Kyle M., Des Moines

"My dad had a stroke, and we needed care immediately. Caringene’s pricing was the best, and their team was honest and available 24/7." – Monique J., Kent

Why Families Love Caringene For Home Care

How Caringene Compares to Other Agencies

When You’d Need Assisted Living

If the person leaving Wesley Des Moines isn’t safe to return home—even with help—assisted living may be the right next step.

Signs Assisted Living is Needed:

• They require help with multiple daily tasks (bathing, dressing, eating)

• Memory loss, confusion, or wandering behavior 🧠

• Incontinence or high risk of falling

• Family caregiver burnout or physical inability to assist

Types of Assisted Living:

• Traditional Assisted Living: Personal care, meals, housekeeping, and activities

• Memory Care: Secure environment with cognitive support

• Enhanced ALFs: Higher care needs but not quite skilled nursing

Stories from the Community:

"Wesley Des Moines helped my aunt stabilize, but we knew she couldn’t return home. The assisted living community we chose gave her more safety and social connection." – Yvonne G., Federal Way

"The transition from skilled nursing to assisted living went smoother than I imagined. We planned it with the help of the Wesley staff and Caringene’s recommendations." – David L., SeaTac

When You’d Need Hospice or Palliative Care

Not every discharge leads to recovery. Sometimes, it means entering a new phase of care—focused on comfort and dignity rather than cure.

Consider Hospice or Palliative Care If:

• The prognosis is poor or terminal

• Recovery has plateaued and the focus shifts to quality of life

• Frequent hospitalizations are emotionally and physically draining

• The goal is to keep your loved one comfortable at home

Available Care Types:

• In-Home Hospice: Fully covered by Medicare; focuses on end-of-life care

• Facility Hospice Partnerships: Available at some SNFs or ALFs

• Palliative Care: For pain and symptom management alongside active treatment

What Families Say:

"Hospice allowed us to focus on love—not logistics. After discharge, Caringene helped us coordinate everything for Mom to stay home and be comfortable." – Rachel N., Normandy Park

"We weren’t ready to lose Dad, but palliative care gave us extra time and dignity." – Omar T., Burien

Comparison of All Post-Wesley Care Options

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Not sure what care path is right for your loved one after Wesley Des Moines Rehabilitation & Care Center?

We’re here to help. At Caringene, we’ll walk you through your options, help coordinate care, and start support as soon as today.

👉 Call or text us anytime. It’s free to ask.