Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Cheraw, SC
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 Cheraw for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Cheraw, SC: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Mcleod Health Cheraw in Cheraw, about 0.8 mi away in a straight line, followed by Atrium Health Anson (22 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 5 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Cheraw. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Cheraw compared with Chesterfield County and South Carolina
| Census figure | Cheraw | Chesterfield County | South Carolina |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 36% | 38% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 19% | 19% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 50% | 30% | 27% |
| Households with no vehicle | 21% | 9.0% | 5.7% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.6% | 1.7% | 1.8% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 19% | 16% | 11% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $20,882 | $40,490 | — |
Older residents in towns around Cheraw
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bennettsville, SC | 14 mi | 1,410 | 42% |
| East Rockingham, NC | 17 mi | 472 | 46% |
| Hamlet, NC | 18 mi | 1,014 | 43% |
| Rockingham, NC | 19 mi | 1,621 | 38% |
| Wadesboro, NC | 21 mi | 992 | 49% |
| North Hartsville, SC | 22 mi | 615 | 26% |
Hospitals near Cheraw
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mcleod Health Cheraw | Cheraw, SC | 0.8 mi | 3 of 5 | (843) 537-7881 |
| Atrium Health Anson | Wadesboro, NC | 22 mi | not rated | (704) 694-5131 |
| Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center | Hartsville, SC | 24 mi | 2 of 5 | (864) 339-2100 |
| Scotland Memorial Hospital | Laurinburg, NC | 26 mi | 3 of 5 | (910) 291-7000 |
Home health agencies serving Cheraw
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amedisys Home Health Of Conway | Conway, SC | 75 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (843) 507-8058 |
| Centerwell Home Health-Pee Dee | Florence, SC | 42 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (843) 317-9689 |
| Coastal Health LLC | Florence, SC | 36 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides | (843) 407-7413 |
| Suncrest Home Health | Cheraw, SC | 0.8 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy | (843) 537-3020 |
| Medical Services Of America Home Health - Coastal | Myrtle Beach, SC | 90 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (843) 293-4614 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Cheraw. 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 Cheraw
At the South Carolina median aide wage of $14.48 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,255 a month in wages, which is 72% of the $1,740 monthly median income of Cheraw households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. South Carolina has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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 Cheraw: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Cheraw?
Mcleod Health Cheraw in Cheraw, about 0.8 mi in a straight line from the center of Cheraw (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (843) 537-7881. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Cheraw?
Medicare lists 5 certified agencies whose service area includes Cheraw ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Amedisys Home Health Of Conway (4.5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health-Pee Dee (4 of 5), Coastal Health LLC (3.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Cheraw?
At the South Carolina median aide wage of $14.48 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,255 a month in wages, which is 72% of the $1,740 monthly median income of Cheraw households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. South Carolina has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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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