Sagewell arranges CDHCI-authorized home care after hospital discharge in Calgary within 24 hours — billed directly to Alberta Blue Cross at no out-of-pocket cost for eligible clients. We support discharges from Foothills, Peter Lougheed, Rockyview, and South Health Campus across all quadrants.
Post-hospital discharge care in Calgary is professional in-home support — personal care, medication management, mobility assistance, and recovery monitoring — provided to seniors returning home after a hospital stay. If the patient has been assessed by AHS, this care is delivered through the CDHCI program and billed to Alberta Blue Cross with no out-of-pocket cost. Sagewell can arrange a caregiver at the door within 24 hours of your call, and often same-day for urgent discharges.
Not yet AHS-assessed? Call 811 to request a home care assessment. Sagewell can begin private care immediately and transition to CDHCI billing once funding is confirmed.
Post-hospital discharge care is professional in-home support provided to patients — most often seniors — during the critical recovery period immediately after leaving hospital. A trained caregiver comes to your loved one's home to assist with personal care, medication management, mobility, meals, and daily activities so they recover safely without needing to return to hospital.
The first 30 days after hospital discharge are statistically the most dangerous for seniors. Studies show that without adequate support at home, up to 20% of discharged seniors are readmitted to hospital within 30 days — often due to preventable complications like medication errors, falls, or poor nutrition.
Sagewell Home Care specialises in rapid post-discharge placements across Calgary — coordinating with families before discharge day so care is ready the moment your loved one walks through the door.
Check CDHCI Eligibility →Research shows that structured post-discharge home care significantly reduces 30-day hospital readmission rates. A dedicated caregiver monitors your loved one's recovery and catches problems early.
Many post-discharge patients qualify for CDHCI funding through Alberta Health Services — meaning Sagewell bills Alberta Blue Cross directly and you pay nothing for funded hours.
How CDHCI works →Our caregivers are trained to support the specific needs of patients returning home from hospital — going far beyond basic companionship to provide skilled, attentive recovery care.
Bathing, grooming, wound dressing assistance, catheter care support, and toileting — delivered with dignity and sensitivity to post-surgical comfort and limitations.
Post-discharge patients often return home with complex new medication regimens. Our caregivers provide reliable medication reminders and monitor for any concerning side effects or missed doses.
Safe transfer assistance, mobility support with walkers and wheelchairs, and environmental modifications to reduce fall risk — critical after orthopedic, cardiac, or neurological recovery.
Preparing nutritious meals that align with post-discharge dietary requirements (cardiac diet, low-sodium, diabetic-friendly), plus grocery shopping and kitchen management.
Ongoing health observation — monitoring for signs of infection, adverse reactions, or unexpected deterioration — and communicating concerns to the family or medical team promptly.
Light housekeeping, laundry, picking up prescriptions, and managing appointments — so your loved one can focus entirely on recovery in a clean, comfortable home.
Every discharge situation is different. Here are the conditions we most commonly support Calgary seniors through after a hospital stay.
One of the most common surgeries for Calgary seniors. The first 4–6 weeks at home are critical — our caregivers assist with mobility, exercises, wound care reminders, and fall prevention.
Patients recovering from neurological events need consistent, patient home care to support rehabilitation — mobility, daily routines, medication compliance, and exercise prompts. Learn about our dedicated stroke care →
After bypass, valve replacement, or a heart attack, seniors need careful activity monitoring, dietary support, medication management, and someone watching for warning signs of deterioration.
Seniors with dementia who have been hospitalised for a UTI, pneumonia, or fall often experience significant temporary cognitive decline (delirium). Our dementia-trained caregivers provide the structured, calm environment they need.
Following chemotherapy, radiation, or surgery, many seniors feel fatigued, nauseated, or weak for weeks. A caregiver provides the daily practical and emotional support to get through recovery.
Pneumonia, sepsis, and severe respiratory infections can leave seniors profoundly weakened. Our caregivers support recovery with nutrition, hydration, medication reminders, and daily health monitoring.
Sagewell coordinates rapid care placement for patients discharged from all four major Calgary hospitals — matched to caregivers who live in the same quadrant as your loved one.
Calgary's largest hospital and a major cardiac and neuroscience centre. We routinely support patients discharged from Foothills to communities in NW Calgary including Tuscany, Sage Hill, Evanston, Nolan Hill, and Panorama Hills. Same-day placement is often available for urgent discharges.
Serving NE Calgary's growing communities. Sagewell caregivers in Saddleridge, Taradale, Martindale, Cornerstone, and Temple area can provide post-discharge support quickly — often within 24 hours of a Peter Lougheed discharge call.
Rockyview is the primary hospital for SW Calgary seniors in Signal Hill, Springbank Hill, Aspen Woods, and Glamorgan. Our SW caregivers know the area well and can be ready on discharge day when families plan ahead.
Calgary's newest major hospital serves a rapidly growing SE population. Sagewell provides post-discharge home care throughout Mahogany, Auburn Bay, Cranston, McKenzie Towne, and surrounding SE communities.
💡 Planning tip: Contact Sagewell at least 24–48 hours before discharge for the smoothest handoff. We can often coordinate directly with the hospital discharge planning team. For truly urgent same-day discharges, call 403-990-9821 as early as possible.
Arranging post-discharge care with Sagewell is simple and fast — designed specifically for families who are dealing with an urgent situation and need care quickly.
Call 403-990-9821 the moment you know your loved one is being discharged. Even if it's a day or two away — the earlier you call, the better prepared we can be. We take calls Mon–Fri 8AM–6PM and Saturday 9AM–2PM, and for urgent situations outside these hours, leave a message and we will call back within 1 hour.
We'll ask about the diagnosis, what level of support is needed, language preferences, your loved one's home location in Calgary, and whether they have CDHCI funding approved. This takes about 10–15 minutes and lets us match the right caregiver immediately.
We match a qualified caregiver from the right Calgary quadrant — with the right language, skills, and availability. A personalised post-discharge care plan is drafted based on the hospital's discharge instructions and your loved one's specific recovery needs.
When your loved one arrives home from hospital, a Sagewell caregiver is there — or arrives within hours. No gap in care, no scrambling. The caregiver is briefed on the care plan, understands the discharge instructions, and is ready to support recovery from day one.
As recovery progresses, care needs typically change. We adjust the care plan and hours — reducing as independence improves, or extending if complications arise. We also handle CDHCI billing directly with Alberta Blue Cross if funding has been approved.
The 72 hours immediately after leaving hospital are the most critical in recovery. Here is what to expect — and how Sagewell supports your loved one through every stage.
Sagewell caregivers are trained to recognise early warning signs that a recovering patient needs medical attention. Contact a healthcare provider or call 811 if your loved one shows any of the following after discharge:
Having a caregiver present during those first 72 hours means warning signs are caught early — before they become emergencies. If you have questions about any symptom, call 811 (Alberta Health Link) any time, 24/7. For emergencies, always call 911.
A few simple preparations before your loved one arrives home can make a significant difference to their safety and comfort during recovery. Sagewell caregivers can help you complete these steps.
Overwhelmed by discharge planning? Call 403-990-9821 — Sagewell caregivers have helped hundreds of Calgary families prepare for a smooth homecoming since 2022. Updated for 2026 care standards.
Post-discharge care is often more affordable than families expect — especially when CDHCI funding from Alberta Health Services is available.
| Care Type | Typical Rate | CDHCI Covered? | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| CDHCI-Funded Hours (Sagewell) | $33.61/hr | ✅ Billed to AB Blue Cross | No out-of-pocket for approved hours. AHS assessment required. |
| Private Daytime Care | $38–$50/hr | Partial (excess hours) | For hours beyond CDHCI allocation, or when awaiting AHS assessment. |
| Overnight Care | $38–$45/hr | If AHS-authorized | 10PM–8AM overnight shifts available across all Calgary quadrants. |
| Weekend / Holiday Care | Standard rate | If CDHCI-authorized | No weekend surcharge — same rate 7 days a week. |
If your loved one is being discharged from hospital, ask the hospital discharge planning team about AHS home care assessment before leaving. Many patients are assessed in hospital and assigned CDHCI hours immediately. If not, call 811 to request a home care assessment after discharge — typically completed within 1–2 days. Sagewell can begin care privately while the assessment is processed, then transition to CDHCI billing once funding is approved.
Learn About CDHCI Funding →CDHCI (Client Directed Home Care Invoicing) is an Alberta Health Services program that lets assessed patients choose their own authorized provider for post-discharge home care — with AHS billing Alberta Blue Cross directly at $33.61/hr.
Before or after discharge, an AHS case manager assesses what level of home care support you need and how many hours per week AHS will fund. Ask the hospital discharge team, or call 811 to request an assessment.
Once CDHCI-approved, you choose your own authorized provider. Sagewell is fully CDHCI-authorized in Calgary. Tell your AHS case manager you want Sagewell — or call us at 403-990-9821 and we handle the paperwork.
For funded hours, Sagewell bills Alberta Blue Cross directly at the AHS-set rate. You pay nothing out-of-pocket for approved hours. For hours beyond your AHS allocation, private rates apply.
Assessment takes 1–2 days. Don't leave your loved one without support in the meantime. Sagewell can begin private care on discharge day and retroactively switch to CDHCI billing once funding is confirmed. Call 403-990-9821 now.
"My mother was discharged from Foothills after a hip replacement and we were terrified about bringing her home. Sagewell had a caregiver there the next morning. She was calm, professional, and spoke Punjabi — which made all the difference. We had CDHCI funding sorted within two days."
Karandeep S. — NW Calgary"Mom was discharged from Rockyview after surgery and the hospital wanted her home in 48 hours. I was panicking. Sagewell picked up on a Saturday, walked me through CDHCI, and had a caregiver ready the morning she came home. Couldn't recommend them more."
Linda M. — SW Calgary"Sagewell handled everything from the Peter Lougheed discharge. The caregiver knew exactly what post-surgical care my husband needed. Three weeks later he was walking independently again. The CDHCI billing to Blue Cross was seamless — we didn't pay a cent."
Mei L. — NE CalgaryCall us now — we can have a caregiver ready within 24 hours. Same-day placement available for urgent discharge situations.
