Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Beaver Dam, KY
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 Beaver Dam for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Beaver Dam, KY: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Ohio County Hospital in Hartford, about 5.7 mi away in a straight line, followed by Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital (22 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 5 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Beaver Dam. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Beaver Dam compared with Ohio County and Kentucky
| Census figure | Beaver Dam | Ohio County | Kentucky |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 63% | 49% | 39% |
| Residents 65 or older | 19% | 19% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 23% | 29% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 5.8% | 5.1% | 6.8% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.2% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 13% | 11% | 13% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $50,139 | $43,736 | — |
Older residents in towns around Beaver Dam
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hartford, KY | 3.5 mi | 468 | 41% |
| Central City, KY | 16 mi | 763 | 31% |
| Masonville, KY | 21 mi | 352 | 8.2% |
| Greenville, KY | 21 mi | 1,082 | 52% |
| Owensboro, KY | 28 mi | 11,457 | 41% |
| Thruston, KY | 28 mi | 271 | 28% |
Hospitals near Beaver Dam
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio County Hospital | Hartford, KY | 5.7 mi | 2 of 5 | (270) 298-7411 |
| Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital | Greenville, KY | 22 mi | 4 of 5 | (270) 338-8000 |
| Owensboro Health Regional Hospital | Owensboro, KY | 27 mi | 2 of 5 | (270) 417-2000 |
| Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center | Leitchfield, KY | 30 mi | 3 of 5 | (270) 259-9400 |
Home health agencies serving Beaver Dam
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Family Home Health Care, LLC Dba Adoration Home Health | Owensboro, KY | 27 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (270) 852-4811 |
| Owensboro Health Home Care | Owensboro, KY | 27 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (270) 688-6046 |
| Caresouth Hha Holdings Of Winchester, LLC Dba Enhabit Home Health | Owensboro, KY | 29 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (270) 685-4663 |
| Caretenders | Owensboro, KY | 27 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (270) 685-3876 |
| Green River District Hha | Owensboro, KY | 27 mi | not rated | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (270) 686-8123 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Beaver Dam. 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 Beaver Dam
At the Kentucky median aide wage of $17.52 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,518 a month in wages, which is 36% of the $4,178 monthly median income of Beaver Dam households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Kentucky'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 How to get paid to care for a family member in Kentucky: Participant Directed Services.
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 Beaver Dam: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Beaver Dam?
Ohio County Hospital in Hartford, about 5.7 mi in a straight line from the center of Beaver Dam (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (270) 298-7411. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Beaver Dam?
Medicare lists 5 certified agencies whose service area includes Beaver Dam ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Family Home Health Care, LLC Dba Adoration Home Health (4 of 5), Owensboro Health Home Care (4 of 5), Caresouth Hha Holdings Of Winchester, LLC Dba Enhabit Home Health (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Beaver Dam?
At the Kentucky median aide wage of $17.52 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,518 a month in wages, which is 36% of the $4,178 monthly median income of Beaver Dam households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Kentucky'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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