Hospital-at-Home Programs: Inpatient-Level Care in the Comfort of Your Home

Hospital-at-Home programs are revolutionizing how seniors receive acute medical care. With over 350 hospitals across 37 states now offering CMS-approved programs, more patients than ever can receive inpatient-level treatment in the comfort and safety of their own homes. All Seniors Foundation helps families understand and access these innovative care options.

What Is Hospital-at-Home Care?

Hospital-at-Home programs deliver the same level of medical care you'd receive in a hospital—including physician visits, nursing care, IV medications, and monitoring—all in your home environment.

Conditions Commonly Treated

• Heart Failure: Monitoring, medication management, and rehabilitation
• Pneumonia: IV antibiotics and respiratory therapy
• COPD Exacerbations: Breathing treatments and oxygen therapy
• Cellulitis: IV antibiotic treatment and wound care
• Urinary Tract Infections: IV medication and monitoring

Benefits of Hospital-at-Home

Research shows significant advantages over traditional hospitalization for appropriate patients.

Better Outcomes

Patients in Hospital-at-Home programs are 60% more likely to complete their full care plan compared to traditional hospital stays. Lower infection rates and better sleep contribute to faster recovery.

Cost Savings

These programs save an average of $5,800 per admission compared to traditional inpatient care, reducing financial burden on families and the healthcare system.

How the Program Works

After evaluation, eligible patients receive a care plan including daily physician visits, multiple nursing visits, remote monitoring, and 24/7 access to the medical team. All necessary equipment is delivered to your home.

Is Hospital-at-Home Right for You?

Ideal candidates have stable living situations, appropriate home environments, and conditions that can be safely managed outside traditional hospital settings.