Post-Surgery Home Care in Biddeford, ME

Local figures

Post-Surgery Care in Biddeford, ME: the local picture

16 mi

to the nearest hospital with an emergency department (Portland)

8

Medicare-certified home health agencies list Biddeford ZIP codes in their service area

33%

of residents 65+ report a disability (28% in York County)

3,857

residents 65 or older (17% of Biddeford)

The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Mainehealth Maine Medical Center in Portland, about 16 mi away in a straight line, followed by Northern Light Mercy Hospital (17 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.

Medicare lists 8 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Biddeford. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.

Biddeford compared with York County and Maine

Census figure	Biddeford	York County	Maine
Residents 65+ with a disability	33%	28%	31%
Residents 65 or older	17%	22%	22%
Residents 65+ in households who live alone	29%	27%	29%
Households with no vehicle	8.0%	4.7%	6.8%
Residents 85 or older	1.5%	2.2%	2.3%
Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.)	14%	8.1%	9.4%
Median income, households headed by someone 65+	$52,472	$59,150	—

Older residents in towns around Biddeford

Town	Distance	Residents 65+	65+ with a disability
Saco, ME	6.3 mi	3,852	23%
Old Orchard Beach, ME	6.8 mi	3,098	27%
Kennebunk, ME	8.5 mi	1,921	23%
Oak Hill, ME	11 mi	1,653	22%
South Portland, ME	14 mi	5,580	33%
Portland, ME	17 mi	11,616	30%

Hospitals near Biddeford

Hospital with an emergency department	Town	Distance	CMS overall rating	Phone
Mainehealth Maine Medical Center	Portland, ME	16 mi	4 of 5	(207) 662-0111
Northern Light Mercy Hospital	Portland, ME	17 mi	4 of 5	(207) 879-3000
Mainehealth Behavioral Health At Spring Harbor	Westbrook, ME	17 mi	not rated	(207) 761-2200
York Hospital	York, ME	24 mi	4 of 5	(207) 351-2478

Home health agencies serving Biddeford

Agency	Office	Distance	CMS quality stars	Services listed	Phone
Elara Caring	South Portland, ME	15 mi	4.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work	(207) 703-2413
Amedisys Home Health	Portland, ME	16 mi	4.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work	(207) 772-7520
Mainehealth Home Health And Hospice	Saco, ME	6.5 mi	4 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(207) 284-4566
Bayada Home Health Care Inc	Kennubunk, ME	8.5 mi	4 of 5	—	(207) 849-8842
Centerwell Home Health	South Portland, ME	15 mi	4 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work	(207) 772-0954
Interim Healthcare	Manchester, NH	62 mi	3.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(603) 668-6956

Straight-line miles from the center of Biddeford. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.

What it covers

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

Cost

What post-surgery care costs in Biddeford

At the Maine median aide wage of $18.55 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,608 a month in wages, which is 37% of the $4,373 monthly median income of Biddeford households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Maine's minimum wage is $15.10 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.

Before you hire

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.

CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.

Questions

Post-Surgery Care in Biddeford: common questions

Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Biddeford?

Mainehealth Maine Medical Center in Portland, about 16 mi in a straight line from the center of Biddeford (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (207) 662-0111. In an emergency, call 911.

Which home health agencies serve Biddeford?

Medicare lists 8 certified agencies whose service area includes Biddeford ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Elara Caring (4.5 of 5), Amedisys Home Health (4.5 of 5), Mainehealth Home Health And Hospice (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.

How much does post-surgery care cost in Biddeford?

At the Maine median aide wage of $18.55 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,608 a month in wages, which is 37% of the $4,373 monthly median income of Biddeford households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Maine's minimum wage is $15.10 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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