Home Care After Discharge from Upper East Side Rehabilitation & Nursing Center NYC

Leaving Upper East Side Rehabilitation & Nursing Center at 211 East 79th Street in Manhattan marks a critical milestone in your recovery—but the transition home requires professional support to prevent hospital readmission. Whether you're returning to your Lenox Hill apartment, Carnegie Hill co-op, or Yorkville brownstone after orthopedic surgery, stroke rehabilitation, cardiac care, or post-operative recovery, 7 Day Home Care provides certified Home Health Aides (HHAs) and 24-hour care throughout ZIP codes 10021, 10028, 10075, and 10128. Our NY State Department of Health licensed caregivers assist with bathing, dressing, medication reminders, mobility support, meal preparation, and therapy exercises—preventing the falls, medication errors, and complications that cause 20% of skilled nursing patients to return to the hospital within 30 days. Call (516) 408-0034 to arrange care before discharge from UES RNC.

Comprehensive In-Home Care Services After Upper East Side Rehabilitation & Nursing Center Discharge at 211 East 79th Street, Manhattan NYC

Completing rehabilitation at Upper East Side Rehabilitation & Nursing Center (UES RNC) at 211 East 79th Street represents a major milestone in your recovery. Whether you're returning to your Carnegie Hill co-op, Lenox Hill townhouse, Yorkville apartment, or anywhere on Manhattan's Upper East Side, the transition from skilled nursing to home requires professional support to ensure continued healing, safety, and independence. This guide explains how 7 Day Home Care's certified Home Health Aides (HHAs) and companion caregivers provide the non-medical support needed after UES RNC discharge throughout ZIP codes 10021, 10028, 10075, and 10128.

7 Day Home Care provides comprehensive non-medical in-home care after discharge from Upper East Side Rehabilitation & Nursing Center at 211 East 79th Street in Manhattan. Services include certified NY State DOH Home Health Aides, 24-hour care, post-operative support, physical therapy exercise assistance, medication reminders, cardiac rehabilitation support, companion care, and specialized assistance for patients recovering from orthopedic surgery, stroke, heart surgery, and enteral nutrition therapy. Care begins immediately upon discharge throughout the Upper East Side including Lenox Hill, Carnegie Hill, Yorkville, and all Manhattan neighborhoods. Call (516) 408-0034 for same-day arrangements.

Why Professional Home Care Is Critical After UES RNC Discharge

Upper East Side Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is a 5-star CMS-rated facility known for excellence in short-term rehabilitation, post-operative care, cardiac rehabilitation, physical therapy, and 24/7 skilled nursing. However, national data shows that 18–24% of patients discharged from skilled nursing facilities are readmitted to hospitals within 30 days—most commonly due to falls, medication errors, infection, dehydration, or lack of assistance with daily activities at home.

What Causes Hospital Readmission After Skilled Nursing Discharge?

Falls are the #1 cause of readmission for Upper East Side seniors living in walk-up buildings and pre-war elevator apartments. Patients discharged from UES RNC after hip replacement, knee replacement, or stroke often struggle with:

• Navigating stairs in Manhattan walk-ups and brownstones
• Transferring in/out of bathtubs (most Upper East Side apartments have tub-only bathrooms)
• Managing mobility aids (walkers, canes, wheelchairs) in narrow hallways and small bedrooms
• Reaching items in high kitchen cabinets or bathroom shelves

Medication errors occur when complex post-discharge medication regimens (often 8–12 medications) are managed without professional oversight. UES RNC patients may be prescribed blood thinners, cardiac medications, pain management drugs, diabetes medications, and antibiotics—all with different schedules and food interactions.

Inadequate nutrition and hydration affect patients living alone on the Upper East Side who lack the energy or mobility to shop at Fairway, Whole Foods on Third Avenue, or prepare balanced meals at home.

7 Day Home Care's certified HHAs prevent these readmissions by providing:

✅ Fall prevention: Transfer assistance, walker safety, grab bar installation guidance, bathroom modifications
✅ Medication management: Daily reminders, pill organization, refill coordination with CVS, Duane Reade, or local Upper East Side pharmacies
✅ Meal preparation: Cooking heart-healthy, diabetic-friendly, or soft-diet meals following UES RNC nutritionist recommendations
✅ Exercise support: Assisting with home PT/OT exercises prescribed by UES RNC therapists
✅ 24/7 availability: Live-in or round-the-clock care for high-risk patients

Understanding Home Health Aide (HHA) Services vs. Skilled Nursing on the Upper East Side

Critical distinction for Medicare beneficiaries:

Medicare Part A covers skilled nursing services after UES RNC discharge if you are homebound and require skilled care such as wound care, IV therapy, or physical therapy. However, Medicare does not typically cover non-medical Home Health Aide services (bathing, dressing, meal prep, companionship) unless they are provided in conjunction with skilled nursing.

What This Means for UES RNC Discharge Patients

If you only need help with bathing, dressing, meal preparation, and medication reminders after leaving UES RNC, Medicare will not cover this care. You'll need to pay privately or use long-term care insurance.

If you require both skilled nursing (wound care, catheter management, etc.) and HHA support, Medicare may cover the skilled nursing visits plus a limited number of HHA hours.

Home Health Aide Services 7 Day Home Care Provides After UES RNC Discharge

Our NY State Department of Health certified HHAs assist with:

Personal Care (Activities of Daily Living):

• Bathing and showering (including transfer assistance in/out of tubs)
• Dressing, including compression stockings and adaptive clothing for arthritis patients
• Grooming: oral care, hair brushing, shaving, nail care
• Toileting and continence care
• Transfer assistance: bed to chair, chair to wheelchair, toilet transfers
• Ambulation support: walking with walker, cane, or assistive devices

Nutrition and Meal Support:

• Meal planning and preparation following UES RNC dietary plans (cardiac diet, diabetic diet, low-sodium, pureed, mechanical soft)
• Grocery shopping at Fairway (East 86th), Whole Foods (Third Ave), Citarella, or local Upper East Side markets
• Feeding assistance for patients with dysphagia or limited hand mobility
• Hydration monitoring and reminders

Medication Support (Non-Administration):

• Medication reminders and observation
• Organizing weekly pill boxes
• Coordinating refills with family and Upper East Side pharmacies (CVS, Walgreens, Duane Reade, independent pharmacies)
• Communicating with family and physicians about medication compliance

Exercise and Rehabilitation Support:

• Assisting with home exercises prescribed by UES RNC physical therapists
• Encouraging daily walking (Central Park, Carl Schurz Park, East River Promenade)
• Supporting cardiac rehabilitation exercise protocols
• Range-of-motion exercises for stroke patients

Household Support:

• Light housekeeping: tidying, laundry, dishes, making beds
• Safety modifications: removing throw rugs, improving lighting, organizing clutter
• Pet care assistance (feeding, walking dogs in Central Park or local dog runs)

Companionship and Emotional Support:

• Conversation, reading, playing games, watching television
• Accompanying to religious services, museums, social events
• Reducing isolation and depression common after facility discharge

Transportation and Escort Services:

• Accompanying to UES RNC outpatient therapy appointments
• Medical appointments at nearby hospitals (Hospital for Special Surgery, NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell, Lenox Hill Hospital, Mount Sinai)
• Errands: market, post office, bank, pharmacy pickups

Specialized Post-Discharge Care for UES RNC Rehabilitation Programs

Upper East Side Rehabilitation & Nursing Center offers several specialized programs. 7 Day Home Care provides targeted support for each:

1. Post-Orthopedic Surgery Home Care (Hip Replacement, Knee Replacement, Spinal Surgery)

Challenge: Most Upper East Side apartments have bathrooms with tubs (not walk-in showers) and many buildings have stairs or small elevators.

7 Day Home Care Solutions:

• Bathing safety: Transfer assistance using tub benches, shower chairs, long-handled sponges
• Dressing support: Helping with compression stockings, socks, shoes (no bending past 90° after hip replacement)
• Walker navigation: Training on safely using walkers in narrow hallways, elevator lobbies, building entrances
• Hip precautions enforcement: Reminding patients not to cross legs, bend forward, or rotate hip inward for 6–12 weeks post-op
• Stair management: Accompanying patients up/down stairs using handrails and proper technique
• Exercise supervision: Ensuring UES RNC PT exercises (leg lifts, ankle pumps, quad sets) are completed daily

Real Upper East Side case: After knee replacement at Hospital for Special Surgery followed by UES RNC rehab, a 72-year-old Carnegie Hill resident needed help navigating 3 flights of stairs to her walk-up apartment. Our HHA provided twice-daily visits to assist with stairs, bathing, dressing, and meal prep for 8 weeks until she regained full independence.

2. Cardiac Rehabilitation Home Care After Heart Surgery or Cardiac Events

UES RNC's cardiac rehab program prepares heart patients for safe activity at home, but ongoing support is critical.

7 Day Home Care cardiac support:

• Vital sign monitoring: Observing blood pressure, pulse, and symptoms (our RN supervisors coordinate with cardiologists)
• Medication adherence: Strict compliance with blood thinners (Warfarin, Eliquis), beta blockers, statins, diuretics
• Dietary support: Low-sodium, heart-healthy meal prep (following AHA guidelines and UES RNC nutritionist plans)
• Exercise supervision: Walking programs at patient's target heart rate (using Carl Schurz Park, Central Park Reservoir, East River Esplanade)
• Weight monitoring: Daily weights to detect fluid retention (critical for CHF patients)
• Emergency recognition: Training HHAs to identify warning signs (chest pain, shortness of breath, leg swelling, dizziness)

Insurance note: Cardiac rehab patients may qualify for Medicare home health services if ordered by a physician. We coordinate with Medicare-certified agencies while providing additional private-pay HHA support.

3. Stroke Recovery Home Care After UES RNC Discharge

Stroke recovery timeline: Most improvement occurs in the first 3–6 months post-stroke, making intensive home support critical.

7 Day Home Care stroke support:

• Hemiparesis assistance: One-sided dressing, bathing, and grooming techniques for patients with weakness
• Transfer safety: Gait belt use, fall prevention, wheelchair-to-bed transfers
• Aphasia support: Communication boards, patience with speech difficulties, coordination with speech therapists
• Cognitive exercise: Memory games, puzzles, reading, following UES RNC cognitive therapy protocols
• Dysphagia management: Preparing pureed or mechanical soft diets, thickening liquids, monitoring for aspiration risk
• Preventing secondary strokes: Medication compliance (blood thinners, blood pressure meds), diet modifications, physical activity

Manhattan-specific challenge: Many stroke patients need to relearn subway navigation, walking on crowded sidewalks, and managing Upper East Side's uneven sidewalks and curb cuts. Our HHAs provide community reintegration training.

4. Post-Operative Care After Complex Surgery

UES RNC post-op patients may be recovering from abdominal surgery, cancer surgery, joint replacement, or other procedures requiring wound care coordination, drain management, or IV antibiotics.

7 Day Home Care post-surgical support:

• Wound observation: Our RN supervisors can observe surgical incisions and communicate with assigned health care professionals or surgeons if signs of infection appear
• Mobility assistance: Preventing blood clots through walking, leg exercises, compression stockings
• Pain management support: Ensuring pain medications are taken appropriately through reminders, and tracking pain levels
• Preventing complications: DVT prevention, pneumonia prevention (incentive spirometer use, deep breathing exercises)

5. Enteral Nutrition Therapy Home Support (Feeding Tube Care)

UES RNC provides enteral nutrition therapy for patients unable to eat orally due to stroke, cancer, neurological conditions, or swallowing disorders.

Important: Enteral nutrition is a "skilled nursing task" in New York State. HHAs cannot administer tube feedings, operate feeding pumps, or provide tube site care independently. Here's how we support patients with feeding tubes:

• Coordination with skilled nursing: We work alongside Medicare-certified home health nurses or private duty nurses who handle all clinical aspects of tube feeding (formula administration, pump programming, site care, medication administration)
• HHA supportive care: Our certified HHAs provide essential support including positioning the patient comfortably during feedings, oral care and mouth moistening, skin care (gentle cleaning under RN direction), and ensuring the patient's environment is safe and comfortable
• Observation and reporting: HHAs are trained to immediately report concerning signs to our supervising RN: redness or drainage at tube site, coughing during feeding, abdominal distension, nausea/vomiting, or signs the tube may be dislodged
• Activities of daily living: Bathing (keeping tube site dry per nursing instructions), dressing, grooming, mobility assistance, and companionship
• RN supervision: Our Registered Nurses conduct regular home visits to assess and ensure the care plan is being followed correctly
• Emergency coordination: HHAs are trained to recognize emergencies and immediately contact our RN supervisor, the skilled nursing agency, or 911 as appropriate

This collaborative approach ensures patients receive both the skilled medical care required for tube feeding and the comprehensive daily living support that helps them remain safely at home after UES RNC discharge.

How to Arrange Home Care Before Leaving UES RNC at 211 East 79th Street

Timeline: Begin Planning 7–10 Days Before Discharge

Step 1: Meet with UES RNC Discharge Planner (Days 7–10 Before Discharge)

Upper East Side Rehabilitation & Nursing Center's social work and discharge planning team will:

• Assess your post-discharge needs
• Provide a list of recommended home care agencies
• Coordinate Medicaid applications (if applicable)
• Arrange DME (durable medical equipment): walkers, wheelchairs, hospital beds, commodes

Ask your discharge planner to include 7 Day Home Care in your options. Provide our contact: (516) 408-0034

Step 2: Schedule a Free In-Home Assessment with 7 Day Home Care (Days 5–7 Before Discharge)

Call (516) 408-0034 to arrange:

• Phone assessment while you're still at UES RNC (we review your discharge summary, therapy notes, medications)
• Home safety assessment at your Upper East Side apartment (our RN checks for fall hazards, lighting, bathroom safety, kitchen accessibility)
• Care plan creation matching UES RNC's recommendations
• Cost estimate with insurance verification (long-term care insurance, NYSUT, private pay)

Step 3: Caregiver Matching (Days 3–5 Before Discharge)

We match you with a certified HHA based on:

• Personality compatibility: Introverted vs. social, chatty vs. quiet
• Language preference: English, Spanish, Russian, Polish, French, Tagalog, Farsi, Mandarin, Cantonese
• Experience: Orthopedic recovery, stroke, cardiac, cancer, dementia
• Schedule availability: Full-time, part-time, overnight, live-in, weekends

You'll receive your caregiver's profile (photo, bio, languages, experience) 48 hours before discharge.

Step 4: Care Begins on Discharge Day

Your HHA meets you at your Upper East Side home when you arrive from UES RNC. First-day services include:

• Home orientation and safety walkthrough
• Medication organization (setting up weekly pill boxes)
• Kitchen assessment (stocking fridge with groceries if needed)
• Introduction to daily schedule and therapy exercises
• RN supervisor phone check-in within 24 hours

Geographic Coverage: Manhattan Neighborhoods 7 Day Home Care Serves After UES RNC Discharge

Upper East Side Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is located at 211 East 79th Street (between Second Avenue and Third Avenue) in the heart of Manhattan's Upper East Side, ZIP code 10075.

Primary Service Area (Immediate UES RNC Coverage)

Upper East Side neighborhoods:

• Lenox Hill: East 60th to East 77th Streets, Fifth Avenue to the East River (ZIP 10021, 10065)
• Carnegie Hill: East 86th to East 96th Streets, Fifth Avenue to Third Avenue (ZIP 10128)
• Yorkville: East 79th to East 96th Streets, Third Avenue to the East River (ZIP 10028, 10075)
• Silk Stocking District: East 59th to East 79th Streets, Fifth Avenue to Lexington Avenue (ZIP 10021)

Nearby neighborhoods (10–20 minute travel time from UES RNC):

• Upper West Side: Central Park West to the Hudson River, West 59th to West 110th (ZIP 10023, 10024, 10025)
• Midtown East: East 42nd to East 59th Streets, Fifth Avenue to the East River (ZIP 10017, 10022)
• Roosevelt Island: Main Street, ZIP 10044
• East Harlem/Spanish Harlem: East 96th to East 125th Streets (ZIP 10029, 10035)
• Morningside Heights: Near Columbia University (ZIP 10027)

Extended Manhattan coverage:

• Greenwich Village, SoHo, Tribeca, Financial District (Lower Manhattan)
• Chelsea, Hell's Kitchen, Midtown West
• Hudson Yards, Flatiron District, Gramercy, Lincoln Center

Outer boroughs:

• Queens: Astoria, Long Island City, Forest Hills, Bayside, Flushing, Whitestone,
• Brooklyn: Brooklyn Heights, Park Slope, Williamsburg, Fort Greene

Long Island:

• Nassau County: Great Neck, Manhasset, Garden City, Old Westbury, Roslyn, Oceanside
• Suffolk County: Huntington, Melville, Dix Hills

Landmarks and Points of Reference Near UES RNC

Upper East Side Rehabilitation & Nursing Center exact address:
211 East 79th Street (between Second Avenue and Third Avenue)
New York, NY 10075

Nearby Upper East Side landmarks:

• Hunter College (East 68th Street between Park and Lexington) – 0.6 miles south
• Carl Schurz Park and Gracie Mansion (East End Avenue at 84th–90th Streets) – 0.4 miles east
• Metropolitan Museum of Art (1000 Fifth Avenue at 82nd Street) – 0.5 miles west
• Lenox Hill Hospital (100 East 77th Street at Park Avenue) – 0.3 miles southwest
• Hospital for Special Surgery (535 East 70th Street at FDR Drive) – 0.6 miles south
• NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center (525 East 68th Street) – 0.7 miles south
• Sotheby's Auction House (1334 York Avenue at 72nd Street) – 0.5 miles south
• Fairway Market (240 East 86th Street) – 0.4 miles north
• Whole Foods Market (226 East 57th Street at Third Avenue) – 1.3 miles south
• Central Park (East Side) (Fifth Avenue entrance at 79th Street) – 0.6 miles west

Public transportation near UES RNC:

• Subway: 6 train at 77th Street (Lexington Avenue) – 0.2 miles west
• Bus: M79 crosstown (79th Street), M15 (First/Second Avenues), M31 (York Avenue)

Pharmacies near UES RNC:

• CVS Pharmacy (1303 Second Avenue at 68th Street)
• Duane Reade (1627 Third Avenue at 91st Street)
• Walgreens (1750 Second Avenue at 91st Street)

Long-Term Care Insurance Coverage

If you have long-term care insurance (John Hancock, New York Life, Brighthouse, MetLife, CNA, Mutual of Omaha, Northwestern Mutual, Genworth, MassMutual and more):

• Policies typically cover $150–$600/day for in-home care
• 7 Day Home Care is an approved provider for major carriers
• We submit claims directly and handle all paperwork

To activate coverage:

1. Call your insurance carrier's claims department
2. Request "home care benefits" and provide your policy number
3. Submit UES RNC discharge summary and physician order for home care
4. Insurance company approves benefit period (typically 30–90 days initially)
5. Confirm your policy elimination period (like a deductible)

NYSUT Home Care Benefits (Teachers, School Staff, Retirees)

NYSUT members (New York State United Teachers) receive home care benefits through approved providers. 7 Day Home Care is NYSUT-approved. Coverage includes Home Health Aide care with Activites of Daily Living.

To use NYSUT benefits: Call NYSUT Member Benefits Trust at 1-800-626-8101 before UES RNC discharge.

Medicare Home Health Coverage (Limited)

Medicare Part A covers skilled home health services if you meet strict criteria:

• You must be homebound (cannot leave home without considerable effort)
• You must need skilled services (nursing, PT, OT, speech therapy) – not just HHA support
• Services must be ordered by a physician
• You must use a Medicare-certified home health agency

What Medicare does NOT cover:
Medicare does not cover HHA-only services (bathing, dressing, meal prep, companionship) unless provided alongside skilled nursing or therapy.

7 Day Home Care solution:
We coordinate with Medicare-certified home health agencies for your skilled care, then provide additional private-pay HHA hours for comprehensive support.

Multilingual Caregivers for Upper East Side's International Community

The Upper East Side is home to professionals, diplomats, and families from around the world. 7 Day Home Care employs multilingual HHAs fluent in:

• Spanish (Dominican, Puerto Rican, South American, European)
• Russian
• Polish
• French (European French and Haitian Creole)
• Italian
• German
• Mandarin Chinese
• Cantonese
• Tagalog (Filipino)
• Farsi (Persian)
• Hebrew
• Portuguese

Language-concordant care improves outcomes by ensuring:

• Accurate communication about symptoms and pain levels
• Medication compliance (understanding instructions)
• Cultural dietary preferences and cooking styles
• Emotional comfort and trust

Why 7 Day Home Care Is the Preferred Choice for UES RNC Discharge Patients

1. We Know Upper East Side Rehabilitation & Nursing Center

Our care coordinators have established relationships with UES RNC's discharge planning team and understand the facility's:

• Rehabilitation protocols and exercise progressions
• Dietary recommendations and therapeutic diets
• Medication management systems
• Follow-up appointment scheduling

We've successfully transitioned UES RNC patients to safe home care on the Upper East Side and throught Manhattan, NYC.

2. Rapid Response for Same-Day or Next-Day Discharge

UES RNC sometimes discharges patients with 24–48 hours notice. 7 Day Home Care can arrange:

• Emergency caregiver placement same day or within 24 hours as needed
• Weekend and holiday discharge coverage
• Immediate medication setup and home safety assessment

Emergency hotline: (516) 408-0034 (24/7)

3. Registered Nurse Supervision for All Clients

Every 7 Day Home Care client receives:

• Initial RN assessment (in-home)
• Review of UES RNC discharge summary and therapy notes
• Home visit on day of discharge
• Frequent supervisory visits
• RN availability for questions

Our RNs coordinate directly with your physicians at Hospital for Special Surgery, NYP/Weill Cornell, Lenox Hill Hospital, or Mount Sinai.

4. Manhattan-Specific Expertise

Our HHAs are trained in challenges specific to Upper East Side living:

• Navigating walk-up buildings and narrow staircases
• Transfer techniques in small bathrooms and bedrooms
• Elevator management for wheelchair users
• Grocery shopping at Upper East Side markets (Fairway, Whole Foods, Citarella, Eli's Market)
• Subway accessibility and paratransit coordination
• Winter safety (ice, snow, slippery sidewalks on Upper East Side brownstone blocks)

5. Continuity of Care with Backup Coverage

Caregiver consistency improves outcomes. We assign:

• Primary HHA (same caregiver 5–7 days/week)
• Designated backup HHA for your primary's days off
• Emergency on-call HHA for sick days or schedule changes

No gaps in coverage.

6. Coordination with UES RNC Outpatient Services

Many UES RNC discharge patients return for outpatient physical therapy, occupational therapy, or follow-up appointments. Our HHAs:

• Accompany you to appointments at 211 East 79th Street
• Communicate with your therapists about home exercise compliance
• Transport therapy equipment and assistive devices
• Report your progress to UES RNC therapy team

Frequently Asked Questions: Home Care After UES RNC Discharge

How soon after UES RNC discharge can home care begin?

Care can begin the same day you are discharged—even if discharge happens on a weekend or holiday. For best results, arrange care 5–7 days in advance.

Can my HHA meet me at UES RNC before discharge?

Yes. With your permission and UES RNC's approval, we can arrange a pre-discharge visit so you meet your caregiver before going home.

What if I need more or fewer hours than expected after leaving UES RNC?

Your care plan is flexible. Contact us with any scheduling changes to increase or decrease hours.

Does 7 Day Home Care accept Medicare?

We are a licensed home care agency (LHCSA), not a Medicare-certified home health agency. For Medicare-covered skilled nursing, we coordinate with certified agencies while providing additional private-pay HHA support.

Can my HHA help with my pet?

Yes. HHAs can assist with pet care including feeding, walking dogs (Central Park, Carl Schurz Park, local dog runs), litter box maintenance, and vet appointments. Please advise us in advance if you have a pet.

What if I live alone in a Upper East Side walk-up?

Many UES RNC patients living alone in walk-ups manage safely with:

• Morning visit (starting at 7am): bathing, dressing, breakfast, medication, stair assistance to leave building
• Evening visit (can begin at 4pm): dinner prep, medication, bathing, stair assistance returning home
• Option to upgrade to 24-hour care if needed, icluding Live-in care
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What happens if my HHA is sick or on vacation?

You receive a qualified backup HHA from our Manhattan team. We maintain HHAs available to cover the Upper East Side and neighborhoods throughout Manhattan, NYC to ensure seamless coverage.

How to Get Started: Arranging Home Care Before Leaving UES RNC

Three Ways to Contact 7 Day Home Care

Option 1: Call our 24/7 hotline
📞 (516) 408-0034
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week including weekends and holidays

Option 2: Request 7 Day Home Care from your UES RNC discharge planner
Ask your social worker or discharge coordinator to include us in your home care referral options. UES RNC staff can fax or email discharge summaries directly to us for faster coordination.

Option 3: Online consultation request
🌐 Visit www.7dayhomecare.com
Complete the free consultation form and mention "UES RNC discharge" for priority scheduling.

Preparing Your Upper East Side Home Before Discharge from UES RNC

Pre-Discharge Home Safety Checklist (Complete 5–7 Days Before Going Home)

✅ Bathroom modifications:

• Install grab bars near toilet and bathtub/shower
• Place non-slip mats in tub/shower
• Consider raised toilet seat if recovering from hip/knee surgery
• Ensure adequate lighting (nightlights for overnight bathroom visits)

✅ Bedroom setup:

• Hospital bed delivery and setup (if ordered by UES RNC physician)
• Bedside commode placement
• Move frequently used items to reachable height (no bending or reaching)
• Remove throw rugs and electrical cords creating trip hazards

✅ Kitchen accessibility:

• Stock fridge and pantry with groceries
• Move commonly used items to counter level (no climbing, no bending)
• Prepare frozen meals for first few days home

✅ Medication organization:

• Pick up prescriptions from Upper East Side pharmacy before discharge
• Purchase weekly pill organizer
• Post medication schedule on refrigerator
• Keep UES RNC discharge medication list readily available

✅ Emergency contacts:

• Post near phone: 7 Day Home Care (516-408-0034), UES RNC (212-879-1600), your physician, 911
• Program numbers into cell phone
• Give building superintendent/doorman copy of emergency contacts

✅ Transportation arrangements:

• Private car service from UES RNC to home (many Upper East Side companies available)
• Or coordinate with UES RNC social work team for ambulette if needed

Contact 7 Day Home Care Today: Smooth Transitions from UES RNC to Home

Don't wait until discharge day to arrange professional support. Early planning ensures a safe, comfortable transition from Upper East Side Rehabilitation & Nursing Center to your Manhattan home.

📞 24/7 Hotline: (516) 408-0034
🌐 Website: www.7dayhomecare.com
📧 Email: info@7dayhomecare.com

Manhattan Office:
100 Park Avenue, Suite 1600
New York, NY 10017

Long Island Office:
3000 Marcus Avenue
Lake Success, NY 11042

Service Area:
Manhattan (Upper East Side, Upper West Side, Midtown, Lower Manhattan)   Queens ,  Brooklyn,      Nassau County, and Suffolk County - Long Island, New York 

Credentials:
✅ NY State Department of Health Licensed LHCSA
✅ Registered Nurse Supervised
✅ Certified Home Health Aides & Personal Care Aides
✅ Available 24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week
✅ Long-Term Care Insurance Accepted
✅ NYSUT Approved Provider
✅ Private Pay Options Available

Related Resources:

• Home Care on the Upper East Side, NY
• Home Care in Manhattan, NY
• Lenox Hill Home Care Services
• Carnegie Hill Home Care
• Post-Surgical Home Care
• 24-Hour and Live-In Care

**Medical Disclaimer:** This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. The information provided about home care services after discharge from Upper East Side Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is based on general care practices and should not replace consultation with your physician, discharge planner, or healthcare team. Medicare coverage, insurance benefits, and specific care needs vary by individual. Always consult with your doctor and UES RNC discharge planning team before making decisions about post-discharge care. 7 Day Home Care is a licensed home care services agency (LHCSA) providing non-medical support; we do not provide skilled nursing, medical diagnoses, or treatment. For medical emergencies, call 911. For questions about your specific discharge plan, contact Upper East Side Rehabilitation & Nursing Center at (212) 879-1600.

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Brian Callahan

7 Day Home Care