Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Campo, 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 Campo for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Campo, CA: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Grossmont Hospital in La Mesa, about 33 mi away in a straight line, followed by Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center (34 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 7 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Campo. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Campo compared with San Diego County and California
| Census figure | Campo | San Diego County | California |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 23% | 31% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 15% | 16% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 29% | 22% | 23% |
| Households with no vehicle | 1.3% | 5.5% | 7.1% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.8% | 1.8% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 28% | 9.5% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $44,353 | $78,324 | — |
Older residents in towns around Campo
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alpine, CA | 21 mi | 2,964 | 22% |
| Jamul, CA | 24 mi | 1,412 | 38% |
| Harbison Canyon, CA | 25 mi | 784 | 38% |
| Crest, CA | 25 mi | 555 | 28% |
| Rancho San Diego, CA | 27 mi | 4,814 | 28% |
| Granite Hills, CA | 27 mi | 649 | 34% |
Hospitals near Campo
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grossmont Hospital | La Mesa, CA | 33 mi | 4 of 5 | (619) 465-0711 |
| Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center | Chula Vista, CA | 34 mi | 4 of 5 | (619) 502-5800 |
| Paradise Valley Hospital | National City, CA | 36 mi | 3 of 5 | (619) 470-4321 |
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital - San Diego | San Diego, CA | 36 mi | 4 of 5 | (619) 528-5000 |
Home health agencies serving Campo
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aspire Home Healthcare | San Diego, CA | 46 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (858) 755-9600 |
| Janus Home Health, Inc. | Glendale, CA | 146 mi | 4.5 of 5 | — | (818) 660-6804 |
| Influential Home Health, Inc. | Tarzana, CA | 159 mi | 4.5 of 5 | — | — |
| Mission Home Health Of San Diego LLC | San Diego, CA | 40 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (619) 757-2700 |
| Jtc Home Health Inc | San Diego, CA | 46 mi | 3.5 of 5 | — | (619) 230-5568 |
| Giving Hands Home Health Care, Inc | Encino, CA | 156 mi | 2 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (818) 922-2565 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Campo. 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 Campo
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 40% of the $3,696 monthly median income of Campo 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.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Post-Surgery Care in Campo: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Campo?
Grossmont Hospital in La Mesa, about 33 mi in a straight line from the center of Campo (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (619) 465-0711. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Campo?
Medicare lists 7 certified agencies whose service area includes Campo ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Aspire Home Healthcare (4.5 of 5), Janus Home Health, Inc. (4.5 of 5), Influential Home Health, Inc. (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Campo?
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 40% of the $3,696 monthly median income of Campo 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.
More senior care near Campo
Post-Surgery Care in nearby cities
- Post-Surgery Care in Alpine, CA
- Post-Surgery Care in Jamul, CA
- Post-Surgery Care in Harbison Canyon, CA
- Post-Surgery Care in Crest, CA
- Post-Surgery Care in Rancho San Diego, CA
- Post-Surgery Care in Granite Hills, CA
- Post-Surgery Care in Lakeside, CA
- Post-Surgery Care in Winter Gardens, CA
- Post-Surgery Care in Spring Valley, CA
- Post-Surgery Care in Bostonia, CA
- Post-Surgery Care in Casa de Oro-Mount Helix, CA
- Post-Surgery Care in El Cajon, CA
- Post-Surgery Care in Bonita, CA
- Post-Surgery Care in La Presa, CA
- Post-Surgery Care in San Diego Country Estates, CA
- Post-Surgery Care in Chula Vista, CA
Other care in Campo
- Companion Care in Campo
- Dementia Care in Campo
- Respite Care in Campo
- Live-In Caregivers in Campo
- Senior Transportation in Campo
- Home Health Aides in Campo
- Nursing Assistants in Campo
- Personal Care in Campo
- Overnight Caregivers in Campo
- 24-Hour Home Care in Campo
- Mobility Assistance in Campo
- Parkinson’s Care in Campo
- Stroke Recovery Support in Campo
- Disability Care for Adults in Campo
- Hospice Support in Campo
- Senior Meal Preparation in Campo
- Senior Housekeeping in Campo
- Medication Reminders in Campo
- Veterans’ Home Care in Campo
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.
Find post-surgery care in Campo
Posting is free and takes about ten minutes. Caregivers near Campo can see it as soon as it is live.
Create your free family accountLooking for caregiving work instead? Create a free caregiver profile.
