Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Balch Springs, TX
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Post-Surgery Care in Balch Springs, TX: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Dallas Regional Medical Center in Mesquite, about 3.8 mi away in a straight line, followed by Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Sunnyvale (6.6 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 142 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Balch Springs. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Balch Springs compared with Dallas County and Texas
| Census figure | Balch Springs | Dallas County | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 48% | 34% | 35% |
| Residents 65 or older | 8.7% | 12% | 13% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 22% | 26% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 4.4% | 6.8% | 5.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.6% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 13% | 12% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $52,424 | $58,211 | — |
Older residents in towns around Balch Springs
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mesquite, TX | 3.7 mi | 16,867 | 34% |
| Seagoville, TX | 6.0 mi | 1,727 | 48% |
| Sunnyvale, TX | 6.9 mi | 1,550 | 34% |
| Hutchins, TX | 7.2 mi | 457 | 37% |
| Wilmer, TX | 8.8 mi | 545 | 45% |
| Forney, TX | 9.8 mi | 2,553 | 34% |
Hospitals near Balch Springs
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas Regional Medical Center | Mesquite, TX | 3.8 mi | 3 of 5 | (214) 320-7000 |
| Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Sunnyvale | Sunnyvale, TX | 6.6 mi | 2 of 5 | (972) 892-3000 |
| UT Of Texas Southwestern University Hospital - William P. Clements Jr. | Dallas, TX | 10 mi | 4 of 5 | (214) 633-5555 |
| Baylor Scott & White Heart & Vascular Hospital - Dallas | Dallas, TX | 10 mi | 5 of 5 | (214) 820-0600 |
Home health agencies serving Balch Springs
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultimate Plus Home Care | Mesquite, TX | 7.1 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (972) 240-5300 |
| Ultimate Home Health Care | Mesquite, TX | 7.1 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (972) 240-4700 |
| Lucent Home Health LLC | Plano, TX | 23 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (972) 664-0945 |
| A-1 Phoenix Healthcare, LLC | Irving, TX | 24 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (214) 591-0110 |
| Abundant Home Health LLC | Arlington, TX | 27 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (817) 633-3152 |
| Home Health Professionals Dallas | Dallas, TX | 12 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (214) 368-1100 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Balch Springs. 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 Balch Springs
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 23% of the $4,369 monthly median income of Balch Springs 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 Balch Springs: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Balch Springs?
Dallas Regional Medical Center in Mesquite, about 3.8 mi in a straight line from the center of Balch Springs (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (214) 320-7000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Balch Springs?
Medicare lists 142 certified agencies whose service area includes Balch Springs ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Ultimate Plus Home Care (5 of 5), Ultimate Home Health Care (5 of 5), Lucent Home Health LLC (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Balch Springs?
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 23% of the $4,369 monthly median income of Balch Springs 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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