Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Bayonne, NJ
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 Bayonne for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Bayonne, NJ: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Richmond University Medical Center in Staten Island, about 2.1 mi away in a straight line, followed by Staten Island University Hospital (4.8 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 6 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Bayonne. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Bayonne compared with Hudson County and New Jersey
| Census figure | Bayonne | Hudson County | New Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 27% | 32% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 16% | 13% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 33% | 31% | 27% |
| Households with no vehicle | 23% | 33% | 11% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.5% | 1.4% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 13% | 19% | 9.7% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $54,760 | $46,154 | — |
Older residents in towns around Bayonne
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jersey City, NJ | 4.1 mi | 34,667 | 31% |
| Elizabeth, NJ | 4.4 mi | 16,303 | 32% |
| Newark, NJ | 5.4 mi | 33,507 | 44% |
| Harrison, NJ | 6.0 mi | 2,233 | 31% |
| Kearny, NJ | 6.2 mi | 5,534 | 24% |
| Linden, NJ | 7.0 mi | 6,634 | 26% |
Hospitals near Bayonne
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond University Medical Center | Staten Island, NY | 2.1 mi | 1 of 5 | (718) 354-5047 |
| Staten Island University Hospital | Staten Island, NY | 4.8 mi | 3 of 5 | (418) 226-9761 |
| Va New York Harbor Healthcare System - Brooklyn | Brooklyn, NY | 4.9 mi | 4 of 5 | (718) 836-6600 |
| Trinitas Regional Medical Center | Elizabeth, NJ | 5.3 mi | 3 of 5 | (908) 994-5000 |
Home health agencies serving Bayonne
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayada Home Health Care Inc | North Bergen, NJ | 10 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (201) 377-6000 |
| Promise Care NJ | West New York, NJ | 10 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (201) 418-6800 |
| Amedisys Home Health | Hackensack, NJ | 16 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (201) 342-6311 |
| Adoration Home Health | Bayonne, NJ | 0.5 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, home health aides | (201) 339-2500 |
| Barnabas Health Home Care And Hospice | West Orange, NJ | 12 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (973) 243-9666 |
| Adoration Home Health | Clifton, NJ | 13 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (973) 365-5200 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Bayonne. 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 Bayonne
At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages, which is 34% of the $4,563 monthly median income of Bayonne households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 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 Bayonne: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Bayonne?
Richmond University Medical Center in Staten Island, about 2.1 mi in a straight line from the center of Bayonne (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (718) 354-5047. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Bayonne?
Medicare lists 6 certified agencies whose service area includes Bayonne ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Bayada Home Health Care Inc (4.5 of 5), Promise Care NJ (4.5 of 5), Amedisys Home Health (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Bayonne?
At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages, which is 34% of the $4,563 monthly median income of Bayonne households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 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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