Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Bennett, CO
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 Bennett for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Bennett, CO: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is University Of Colorado Hospital Authority in Aurora, about 22 mi away in a straight line, followed by Va Eastern Colorado Healthcare System (22 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 13 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Bennett. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Bennett compared with Arapahoe County and Colorado
| Census figure | Bennett | Arapahoe County | Colorado |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 50% | 29% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 9.1% | 14% | 16% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 27% | 25% | 28% |
| Households with no vehicle | 5.3% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.1% | 1.5% | 1.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 4.5% | 6.9% | 8.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $80,139 | $75,264 | — |
Older residents in towns around Bennett
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strasburg, CO | 6.1 mi | 577 | 33% |
| Aurora, CO | 16 mi | 48,996 | 33% |
| Commerce City, CO | 22 mi | 6,420 | 36% |
| Denver, CO | 24 mi | 89,711 | 31% |
| Lochbuie, CO | 24 mi | 828 | 35% |
| Dove Valley, CO | 24 mi | 270 | 11% |
Hospitals near Bennett
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Of Colorado Hospital Authority | Aurora, CO | 22 mi | 5 of 5 | (720) 848-0000 |
| Va Eastern Colorado Healthcare System | Aurora, CO | 22 mi | 5 of 5 | (303) 399-8020 |
| Children's Hospital Colorado | Aurora, CO | 22 mi | not rated | (720) 777-1234 |
| The Medical Center Of Aurora & South Hospital | Aurora, CO | 22 mi | 4 of 5 | (303) 873-5511 |
Home health agencies serving Bennett
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accentcare Home Health Of Mountain Valley LLC | Denver, CO | 29 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (303) 620-5402 |
| Acaria Inc | Lakewood, CO | 35 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (303) 403-8888 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Colorado Springs, CO | 60 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (719) 531-9585 |
| Caring Hands Skilled Home Health LLC | Aurora, CO | 22 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (720) 696-6145 |
| Enhabit Home Health | Greenwood Village, CO | 26 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (303) 722-0857 |
| Gateway Home Health - Denver | Denver, CO | 27 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (303) 495-2578 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Bennett. 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 Bennett
At the Colorado median aide wage of $18.53 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,606 a month in wages, which is 24% of the $6,678 monthly median income of Bennett households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Colorado's minimum wage is $15.16 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 Bennett: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Bennett?
University Of Colorado Hospital Authority in Aurora, about 22 mi in a straight line from the center of Bennett (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (720) 848-0000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Bennett?
Medicare lists 13 certified agencies whose service area includes Bennett ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Accentcare Home Health Of Mountain Valley LLC (4.5 of 5), Acaria Inc (4 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Bennett?
At the Colorado median aide wage of $18.53 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,606 a month in wages, which is 24% of the $6,678 monthly median income of Bennett households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Colorado's minimum wage is $15.16 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 (small-place figures carry wide margins of error); 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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