Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Austin, IN
Non-medical help at home in the days and weeks after surgery, a hospital stay or a fall, alongside any nursing or therapy a doctor orders. Post what you need in Austin for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Austin, IN: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Norton Scott Hospital in Scottsburg, about 3.6 mi away in a straight line, followed by Schneck Medical Center (16 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 10 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Austin. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Austin compared with Scott County and Indiana
| Census figure | Austin | Scott County | Indiana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 34% | 44% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 19% | 17% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 36% | 37% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.2% | 3.5% | 6.2% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.9% | 1.4% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 15% | 17% | 9.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $34,958 | $33,785 | — |
Older residents in towns around Austin
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scottsburg, IN | 4.1 mi | 1,355 | 55% |
| Seymour, IN | 15 mi | 2,917 | 39% |
| Brownstown, IN | 16 mi | 875 | 43% |
| Salem, IN | 18 mi | 1,388 | 42% |
| Hanover, IN | 19 mi | 416 | 40% |
| North Vernon, IN | 21 mi | 1,037 | 38% |
Hospitals near Austin
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norton Scott Hospital | Scottsburg, IN | 3.6 mi | 2 of 5 | (812) 752-3456 |
| Schneck Medical Center | Seymour, IN | 16 mi | 4 of 5 | (812) 522-2349 |
| Ascension St Vincent Salem | Salem, IN | 17 mi | not rated | (812) 883-5881 |
| Ascension St Vincent Jennings | North Vernon, IN | 21 mi | not rated | (812) 352-4228 |
Home health agencies serving Austin
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schneck Medical Center Home Health Care | Seymour, IN | 16 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (812) 522-0460 |
| Common Spirit Health At Home | Clarksville, IN | 30 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (812) 283-9190 |
| Kort | Jeffersonville, IN | 30 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy | (812) 948-0549 |
| Adoration Home Health | Jeffersonville, IN | 30 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (812) 284-3030 |
| Carefirst Rehab LLC | Sellersburg, IN | 23 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (812) 748-7433 |
| Baptist Home Health Care Of Indiana | New Albany, IN | 30 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (812) 949-5621 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Austin. 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 Austin
At the Indiana median aide wage of $16.86 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,461 a month in wages, which is 50% of the $2,913 monthly median income of Austin households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Indiana'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 Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states.
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 Austin: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Austin?
Norton Scott Hospital in Scottsburg, about 3.6 mi in a straight line from the center of Austin (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (812) 752-3456. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Austin?
Medicare lists 10 certified agencies whose service area includes Austin ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Schneck Medical Center Home Health Care (4.5 of 5), Common Spirit Health At Home (4 of 5), Kort (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Austin?
At the Indiana median aide wage of $16.86 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,461 a month in wages, which is 50% of the $2,913 monthly median income of Austin households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Indiana'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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Post-Surgery Care in nearby cities
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- Post-Surgery Care in Seymour, IN
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- Post-Surgery Care in Salem, IN
- Post-Surgery Care in Hanover, IN
- Post-Surgery Care in North Vernon, IN
- Post-Surgery Care in Country Squire Lakes, IN
- Post-Surgery Care in Madison, IN
- Post-Surgery Care in Charlestown, IN
- Post-Surgery Care in Sellersburg, IN
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- Post-Surgery Care in Jeffersonville, IN
- Post-Surgery Care in Clarksville, IN
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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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