Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Cherokee Village, AR
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 Cherokee Village for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Cherokee Village, AR: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Baxter Health Fulton County Hospital in Salem, about 18 mi away in a straight line, followed by St Bernards Five Rivers Medical Center (32 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 Cherokee Village. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Cherokee Village compared with Sharp County and Arkansas
| Census figure | Cherokee Village | Sharp County | Arkansas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 34% | 45% | 40% |
| Residents 65 or older | 32% | 25% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 22% | 24% | 29% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.8% | 5.0% | 5.9% |
| Residents 85 or older | 5.6% | 3.2% | 1.8% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 14% | 15% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $35,167 | $35,049 | — |
Older residents in towns around Cherokee Village
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horseshoe Bend, AR | 11 mi | 806 | 34% |
| Pocahontas, AR | 33 mi | 1,408 | 64% |
| West Plains, MO | 35 mi | 2,383 | 39% |
| Batesville, AR | 36 mi | 1,802 | 54% |
| Walnut Ridge, AR | 38 mi | 1,020 | 53% |
| Hoxie, AR | 38 mi | 494 | 70% |
Hospitals near Cherokee Village
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baxter Health Fulton County Hospital | Salem, AR | 18 mi | not rated | (870) 895-2691 |
| St Bernards Five Rivers Medical Center | Pocahontas, AR | 32 mi | not rated | (870) 892-6000 |
| Ozarks Healthcare | West Plains, MO | 35 mi | 2 of 5 | (417) 256-9111 |
| Izard Regional Hospital LLC | Calico Rock, AR | 36 mi | not rated | (870) 297-2400 |
Home health agencies serving Cherokee Village
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Approve Home Medical Services | Batesville, AR | 35 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (800) 822-8232 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Melbourne, AR | 25 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, home health aides | (870) 368-3472 |
| Adoration Home Health | Batesville, AR | 35 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides | (502) 630-7138 |
| Elite Home Health | Salem, AR | 18 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (870) 895-2273 |
| Elite Home Health | Little Rock, AR | 117 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (501) 223-3333 |
| Spring River Home Health Agency | Salem, AR | 18 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (870) 895-2627 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Cherokee Village. 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 Cherokee Village
At the Arkansas median aide wage of $13.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,153 a month in wages, which is 39% of the $2,931 monthly median income of Cherokee Village households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Arkansas's minimum wage is $11.00 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 Cherokee Village: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Cherokee Village?
Baxter Health Fulton County Hospital in Salem, about 18 mi in a straight line from the center of Cherokee Village (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (870) 895-2691. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Cherokee Village?
Medicare lists 8 certified agencies whose service area includes Cherokee Village ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Approve Home Medical Services (4.5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (4 of 5), Adoration Home Health (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Cherokee Village?
At the Arkansas median aide wage of $13.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,153 a month in wages, which is 39% of the $2,931 monthly median income of Cherokee Village households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Arkansas's minimum wage is $11.00 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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