Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Abilene, TX
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Post-Surgery Care in Abilene, TX: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Hendrick Medical Center in Abilene, about 1.5 mi away in a straight line, followed by Anson General Hospital (22 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 15 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Abilene. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Abilene compared with Texas
| Census figure | Abilene | Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 38% | 35% |
| Residents 65 or older | 14% | 13% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 29% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 4.4% | 5.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.0% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 14% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $54,977 | — |
Older residents in towns around Abilene
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potosi, TX | 8.8 mi | 717 | 27% |
| Clyde, TX | 14 mi | 603 | 58% |
| Merkel, TX | 16 mi | 463 | 56% |
| Anson, TX | 23 mi | 594 | 51% |
| Sweetwater, TX | 39 mi | 1,817 | 41% |
| Stamford, TX | 42 mi | 579 | 51% |
Hospitals near Abilene
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hendrick Medical Center | Abilene, TX | 1.5 mi | 3 of 5 | (325) 670-2000 |
| Anson General Hospital | Anson, TX | 22 mi | not rated | (325) 823-3231 |
| North Runnels Hospital | Winters, TX | 36 mi | not rated | (375) 754-4553 |
| Rolling Plains Memorial Hospital | Sweetwater, TX | 39 mi | not rated | (325) 235-1701 |
Home health agencies serving Abilene
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kinder Hearts Home Health | Abilene, TX | 1.7 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (325) 672-6135 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Abilene, TX | 4.8 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (325) 691-9947 |
| Paradigm Home Health | San Angelo, TX | 84 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (325) 655-6600 |
| Paradigm Homecare | Plano, TX | 176 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (972) 422-0033 |
| Caprock Home Health Services Inc | Abilene, TX | 2.7 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (325) 672-2264 |
| Vitalcaring Group | Ft Worth, TX | 146 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (817) 864-1730 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Abilene. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.
What a post-surgery caregiver can help with
- Help getting in and out of bed, chairs and the shower
- Meals, fluids and medication reminders
- Rides to follow-up and therapy appointments
- Help with home exercises the therapist set
What post-surgery care costs in Abilene
At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 22% of the $4,581 monthly median income of Abilene households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas's minimum wage is $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Hiring directly, you agree the rate with the caregiver and usually become the household employer (U.S. Department of Labor rules). Some families qualify for programs that pay for care at home; see STAR+PLUS in Texas: using consumer directed services to pay a family caregiver.
What to know before hiring a post-surgery caregiver
Medicare covers home health care after surgery when a doctor orders it and the person is homebound: part-time skilled nursing and therapy from a Medicare-certified agency. It does not cover round-the-clock help, or personal care when that is the only care needed (Medicare.gov).
Questions worth asking: Have you cared for someone after this kind of surgery? Are you comfortable with transfers, walkers and shower chairs? Can you start on the discharge date and cover the first nights? More in our post-surgery care guide.
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Post-Surgery Care in Abilene: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Abilene?
Hendrick Medical Center in Abilene, about 1.5 mi in a straight line from the center of Abilene (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (325) 670-2000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Abilene?
Medicare lists 15 certified agencies whose service area includes Abilene ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Kinder Hearts Home Health (4.5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (4.5 of 5), Paradigm Home Health (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Abilene?
At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 22% of the $4,581 monthly median income of Abilene households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas's minimum wage is $7.25 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
How long do people usually need help after surgery?
It depends on the operation and the person. After a hip or knee replacement many people need daily help for a few weeks, and more at night in the first days. Ask the surgical team for an estimate and plan with some slack.
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Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year; CMS provider data (October 25, 2026); U.S. DOL state minimum wages (July 1, 2026); BLS OEWS May 2025 aide wages, which cover employed aides rather than private rates.
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