How we're supporting Hospital Discharge

How we're making the difference that matters:

• Improved Coordination: The programme has enhanced the integration of health and social care services, ensuring that individuals receive the right support at the right time. This has led to more seamless care transitions and better overall service delivery.
• Reduced Hospital Admissions: By focusing on community-based care and early intervention, the programme has helped reduce avoidable hospital admissions. This means more people can receive care in their homes or community settings, which is often more comfortable and less disruptive for them.
• Enhanced Hospital Flow: The programme has improved processes within hospitals, ensuring timely referrals, treatments, and discharges. This has reduced the length of hospital stays and freed up beds for those in need, improving the efficiency of hospital care.
• Support for regaining Independence: The programme emphasises preventive measures and early support to help individuals maintain their independence. This includes providing rehabilitative care and support to enable people to live independently for as long as possible.

Overall, the Working as One programme has positively impacted adult social care in Gloucestershire by improving service coordination, reducing hospital admissions, enhancing hospital flow, supporting independence, and fostering collaboration among care providers.