Home First

Home First is about providing the care and support you need to keep living at home. Continuing care programs and services are one of the many supports that provide care where you live.

Preparing for Home – Patient and Family Guide

This guide* explains what an estimated date of discharge (EDD) is and gives information about:

  • Being admitted to a hospital inpatient unit
  • Your health care team
  • What to expect each day
  • Getting ready for discharge
  • And more

* Audio version coming soon.

Patient Experience Videos

 Home First

Nova Scotia Health, 2025

 Home First: Healing at Home

Nova Scotia Health, 2025

 Home First in Practice

Nova Scotia Health, 2025