Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Cary, NC
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 Cary for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Cary, NC: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Wakemed, Cary Hospital in Cary, about 4.5 mi away in a straight line, followed by Rex Hospital (7.7 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 19 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Cary. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Cary compared with Wake County and North Carolina
| Census figure | Cary | Wake County | North Carolina |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 26% | 28% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 14% | 13% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 21% | 25% | 28% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.2% | 4.4% | 5.3% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.2% | 1.3% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.8% | 8.2% | 11% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $86,492 | $72,233 | — |
Older residents in towns around Cary
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisville, NC | 3.9 mi | 2,174 | 37% |
| Apex, NC | 5.0 mi | 6,696 | 25% |
| Holly Springs, NC | 8.9 mi | 4,049 | 21% |
| Raleigh, NC | 11 mi | 57,081 | 28% |
| Fuquay-Varina, NC | 13 mi | 5,802 | 28% |
| Garner, NC | 13 mi | 5,648 | 37% |
Hospitals near Cary
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wakemed, Cary Hospital | Cary, NC | 4.5 mi | 5 of 5 | (919) 350-2550 |
| Rex Hospital | Raleigh, NC | 7.7 mi | 5 of 5 | (919) 784-3100 |
| Wakemed, Raleigh Campus | Raleigh, NC | 13 mi | 4 of 5 | (919) 350-8000 |
| Unc Hospitals | Chapel Hill, NC | 15 mi | 5 of 5 | (919) 966-4141 |
Home health agencies serving Cary
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Well Care Home Health, Inc | Raleigh, NC | 9.2 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (919) 846-1018 |
| Pruitthealth At Home - Wake | Raleigh, NC | 10 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (919) 838-2768 |
| Well Care Home Health Of The Southern Triangle, Inc. | Holly Springs, NC | 11 mi | 4.5 of 5 | — | (919) 346-0075 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Raleigh, NC | 12 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | — |
| Amedisys Home Health | Durham, NC | 14 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (919) 941-5793 |
| Amedisys Home Health Of Chapel Hill | Chapel Hill, NC | 14 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (919) 401-3000 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Cary. 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 Cary
At the North Carolina median aide wage of $15.02 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,302 a month in wages, which is 18% of the $7,208 monthly median income of Cary households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. North Carolina's minimum wage is $7.25 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 Cary: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Cary?
Wakemed, Cary Hospital in Cary, about 4.5 mi in a straight line from the center of Cary (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (919) 350-2550. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Cary?
Medicare lists 19 certified agencies whose service area includes Cary ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Well Care Home Health, Inc (4.5 of 5), Pruitthealth At Home - Wake (4.5 of 5), Well Care Home Health Of The Southern Triangle, Inc. (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Cary?
At the North Carolina median aide wage of $15.02 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,302 a month in wages, which is 18% of the $7,208 monthly median income of Cary households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. North Carolina's minimum wage is $7.25 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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Post-Surgery Care in nearby cities
- Post-Surgery Care in Morrisville, NC
- Post-Surgery Care in Apex, NC
- Post-Surgery Care in Holly Springs, NC
- Post-Surgery Care in Raleigh, NC
- Post-Surgery Care in Fuquay-Varina, NC
- Post-Surgery Care in Garner, NC
- Post-Surgery Care in Durham, NC
- Post-Surgery Care in Chapel Hill, NC
- Post-Surgery Care in Briar Chapel, NC
- Post-Surgery Care in Carrboro, NC
- Post-Surgery Care in Knightdale, NC
- Post-Surgery Care in Pittsboro, NC
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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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