Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Bell, CA
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 Bell for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Bell, CA: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Community Hospital Of Huntington Park in Huntington Park, about 2.1 mi away in a straight line, followed by East Los Angeles Doctors Hospital (3.3 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 3 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Bell. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Bell compared with Los Angeles County and California
| Census figure | Bell | Los Angeles County | California |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 36% | 34% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 11% | 15% | 16% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 18% | 22% | 23% |
| Households with no vehicle | 10% | 8.9% | 7.1% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.0% | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 25% | 15% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $28,643 | $64,269 | — |
Older residents in towns around Bell
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maywood, CA | 0.8 mi | 2,703 | 26% |
| Cudahy, CA | 1.1 mi | 1,889 | 28% |
| Bell Gardens, CA | 1.8 mi | 3,652 | 40% |
| Commerce, CA | 2.0 mi | 2,164 | 35% |
| Huntington Park, CA | 2.2 mi | 6,112 | 44% |
| Walnut Park, CA | 2.6 mi | 2,160 | 39% |
Hospitals near Bell
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Community Hospital Of Huntington Park | Huntington Park, CA | 2.1 mi | 1 of 5 | (323) 583-1931 |
| East Los Angeles Doctors Hospital | Los Angeles, CA | 3.3 mi | 1 of 5 | (323) 268-5514 |
| Los Angeles Community Hospital | Los Angeles, CA | 3.3 mi | 3 of 5 | (323) 267-0477 |
| Pih Health Downey Hospital | Downey, CA | 3.8 mi | 4 of 5 | (562) 904-5000 |
Home health agencies serving Bell
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Universal Home Care, Inc. | Beverly Hills, CA | 13 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (323) 653-9222 |
| Kaiser Foundation Tri Central Hha | Downey, CA | 4.6 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (562) 622-4350 |
| Ogada Home Health Care, Inc | Monterey Park, CA | 5.9 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (323) 318-2401 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Bell. 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 Bell
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages, which is 61% of the $2,387 monthly median income of Bell households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 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 California: IHSS, VA, Paid Family Leave.
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 Bell: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Bell?
Community Hospital Of Huntington Park in Huntington Park, about 2.1 mi in a straight line from the center of Bell (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (323) 583-1931. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Bell?
Medicare lists 3 certified agencies whose service area includes Bell ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Universal Home Care, Inc. (5 of 5), Kaiser Foundation Tri Central Hha (3 of 5), Ogada Home Health Care, Inc (3 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Bell?
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages, which is 61% of the $2,387 monthly median income of Bell households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 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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