Post-Surgery Home Care in Bunk Foss, WA

Local figures

Post-Surgery Care in Bunk Foss, WA: the local picture

5.2 mi

to the nearest hospital with an emergency department (Everett)

10

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

39%

of residents 65+ report a disability (33% in Snohomish County)

591

residents 65 or older (16% of Bunk Foss)

The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Providence Regional Medical Center Everett in Everett, about 5.2 mi away in a straight line, followed by Evergreenhealth Monroe (9.9 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.

Medicare lists 10 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Bunk Foss. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.

Bunk Foss compared with Snohomish County and Washington

Census figure	Bunk Foss	Snohomish County	Washington
Residents 65+ with a disability	39%	33%	33%
Residents 65 or older	16%	15%	17%
Residents 65+ in households who live alone	13%	26%	26%
Households with no vehicle	3.1%	4.7%	7.1%
Residents 85 or older	1.5%	1.5%	1.8%
Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.)	1.0%	9.1%	8.9%
Median income, households headed by someone 65+	$86,771	$69,352	—

Older residents in towns around Bunk Foss

Town	Distance	Residents 65+	65+ with a disability
Snohomish, WA	2.3 mi	2,054	36%
Fobes Hill, WA	2.4 mi	420	24%
Lake Stevens, WA	2.9 mi	3,450	37%
Everett, WA	4.4 mi	16,313	38%
Three Lakes, WA	5.4 mi	628	22%
Eastmont, WA	6.0 mi	3,830	27%

Hospitals near Bunk Foss

Hospital with an emergency department	Town	Distance	CMS overall rating	Phone
Providence Regional Medical Center Everett	Everett, WA	5.2 mi	4 of 5	(425) 261-2000
Evergreenhealth Monroe	Monroe, WA	9.9 mi	3 of 5	(360) 794-7497
Swedish Edmonds Hospital	Edmonds, WA	14 mi	3 of 5	(425) 640-4000
Cascade Valley Hospital	Arlington, WA	15 mi	4 of 5	(360) 435-2133

Home health agencies serving Bunk Foss

Agency	Office	Distance	CMS quality stars	Services listed	Phone
Alpha Home Health	Everett, WA	6.7 mi	5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(360) 299-1302
Centerwell Home Health	Everett, WA	8.2 mi	4.5 of 5	nursing, home health aides	(425) 745-4345
Evergreenhealth Home Care Services	Kirkland, WA	17 mi	4.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(425) 899-3300
Eden Home Health	Bellingham, WA	60 mi	4 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(360) 734-5410
Providence At Home With Compassus, Snohomish County	Everett, WA	6.1 mi	3.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(425) 261-4800
Signature Healthcare At Home	Burlington, WA	37 mi	3.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides	(425) 861-3850

Straight-line miles from the center of Bunk Foss. 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 Bunk Foss

At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $7,231 monthly median income of Bunk Foss households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 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.

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Questions

Post-Surgery Care in Bunk Foss: common questions

Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Bunk Foss?

Providence Regional Medical Center Everett in Everett, about 5.2 mi in a straight line from the center of Bunk Foss (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (425) 261-2000. In an emergency, call 911.

Which home health agencies serve Bunk Foss?

Medicare lists 10 certified agencies whose service area includes Bunk Foss ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Alpha Home Health (5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (4.5 of 5), Evergreenhealth Home Care Services (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.

How much does post-surgery care cost in Bunk Foss?

At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $7,231 monthly median income of Bunk Foss households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 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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