Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Chester, VA
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 Chester for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Chester, VA: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Henrico Doctors' Hospital in Richmond, about 8.0 mi away in a straight line, followed by John Randolph Medical Center (8.8 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 Chester. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Chester compared with Chesterfield County and Virginia
| Census figure | Chester | Chesterfield County | Virginia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 29% | 29% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 16% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 27% | 24% | 27% |
| Households with no vehicle | 4.1% | 3.4% | 6.1% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 8.7% | 6.4% | 8.8% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $66,439 | $74,566 | — |
Older residents in towns around Chester
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellwood, VA | 3.7 mi | 1,079 | 45% |
| Meadowbrook, VA | 5.9 mi | 3,595 | 41% |
| Enon, VA | 6.4 mi | 655 | 32% |
| Colonial Heights, VA | 6.6 mi | 3,364 | 37% |
| Bensley, VA | 6.6 mi | 566 | 51% |
| Ettrick, VA | 7.2 mi | 732 | 36% |
Hospitals near Chester
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Henrico Doctors' Hospital | Richmond, VA | 8.0 mi | 4 of 5 | (804) 289-4500 |
| John Randolph Medical Center | Hopewell, VA | 8.8 mi | 3 of 5 | (804) 541-1600 |
| Cjw Medical Center | Richmond, VA | 12 mi | 4 of 5 | (804) 483-0000 |
| Bon Secours Southside Medical Center | Petersburg, VA | 12 mi | 2 of 5 | (804) 765-5000 |
Home health agencies serving Chester
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Richmond, VA | 17 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (804) 672-7500 |
| Amedisys Home Health | Midlothian, VA | 13 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (804) 639-7903 |
| Compassus Bsmh Richmond Hha, LLC | Richmond, VA | 14 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (804) 627-5200 |
| Commonwealth Home Care | Richmond, VA | 12 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (804) 744-9211 |
| HCA Virginia Healthcare At Home | North Chesterfield, VA | 12 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (804) 330-5544 |
| At Home Care | Mechanicsvlle, VA | 20 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (804) 359-3400 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Chester. 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 Chester
At the Virginia median aide wage of $14.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,263 a month in wages, which is 23% of the $5,537 monthly median income of Chester households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Virginia's minimum wage is $12.77 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 Consumer directed care in Virginia: how relatives are paid to give care through CCC Plus.
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 Chester: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Chester?
Henrico Doctors' Hospital in Richmond, about 8.0 mi in a straight line from the center of Chester (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (804) 289-4500. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Chester?
Medicare lists 19 certified agencies whose service area includes Chester ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (5 of 5), Amedisys Home Health (4.5 of 5), Compassus Bsmh Richmond Hha, LLC (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Chester?
At the Virginia median aide wage of $14.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,263 a month in wages, which is 23% of the $5,537 monthly median income of Chester households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Virginia's minimum wage is $12.77 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
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- Post-Surgery Care in Colonial Heights, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Bensley, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Ettrick, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Matoaca, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Hopewell, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Fort Lee, VA
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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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