Acute Care at Home: Hospital-Level Care in the Patient’s Home

At Right at Home Central London, we recognise the growing importance of offering acute care at home – that is, delivering hospital-level treatment and monitoring to patients within the comfort and safety of their own home environment.

What is acute care at home?

‘Acute care’ refers to short-term, high-dependency treatment for serious illnesses, injuries or post-surgical recovery typically handled in a hospital. The model of hospital-care delivered in the home is defined as “an acute clinical service that takes staff, equipment, technologies, medication and skills usually provided in hospitals and delivers that hospital care to selected people in their homes”.

Why choose acute care at home?

There are several compelling reasons to choose this model:

• Enhanced comfort & familiarity: Patients recover in known surroundings, which can reduce stress and improve outcomes.
• Lower risk of hospital-acquired infections: Being at home reduces exposure to pathogens commonly found in hospital wards.
• Evidence of effectiveness: Studies show home hospitalisation (for suitable patients) can reduce readmissions, lower cost and improve functional outcomes.
• Personalised, flexible care: A dedicated team can adapt to the patient's individual needs, coordinating with medical specialists and support services.

How it works at Right at Home Central London

1. Patient assessment: We work with medical teams to determine suitability for acute care at home.
2. Home preparation: Equipment, monitoring devices and nursing oversight are arranged so care is delivered at home safely and effectively.
3. Integrated team care: Our professional caregivers, clinical nurses and allied health professionals collaborate with your doctors to deliver the acute-care plan.
4. Monitoring & support: 24/7 oversight, timely intervention and a plan to transition the patient back to standard care or rehabilitation.

Is it right for you?

If you or a loved one requires short-term, intensive care following surgery, an illness or injury — and you prefer to recover at home — acute care at home may be an excellent option. At Right at Home Central London, we ensure the same level of compassion, expertise and responsiveness you’d expect from a hospital, delivered in your residence.

For further information or a consultation about our acute-care-at-home services, get in touch today and we’ll be happy to guide you through your options, tailor a plan and help you regain independence in the comfort of your own home.