Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Cheyenne, WY
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 Cheyenne for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Cheyenne, WY: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Cheyenne Regional Medical Center in Cheyenne, about 1.1 mi away in a straight line, followed by Cheyenne Va Medical Center (1.1 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 Cheyenne. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Cheyenne compared with Laramie County and Wyoming
| Census figure | Cheyenne | Laramie County | Wyoming |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 39% | 38% | 35% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 17% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 35% | 31% | 31% |
| Households with no vehicle | 5.8% | 5.0% | 4.1% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.2% | 2.0% | 1.8% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 8.0% | 7.0% | 8.2% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $60,813 | $61,517 | — |
Older residents in towns around Cheyenne
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox Farm-College, WY | 1.3 mi | 381 | 55% |
| South Greeley, WY | 2.6 mi | 530 | 53% |
| Warren AFB, WY | 3.9 mi | 0 | — |
| Ranchettes, WY | 6.3 mi | 1,653 | 32% |
| Wellington, CO | 32 mi | 964 | 33% |
| Eaton, CO | 42 mi | 835 | 30% |
Hospitals near Cheyenne
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheyenne Regional Medical Center | Cheyenne, WY | 1.1 mi | 3 of 5 | (307) 633-2273 |
| Cheyenne Va Medical Center | Cheyenne, WY | 1.1 mi | 5 of 5 | (307) 778-7300 |
| Poudre Valley Hospital | Fort Collins, CO | 39 mi | 5 of 5 | (970) 495-7000 |
Home health agencies serving Cheyenne
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enhabit Home Health | Laramie, WY | 41 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (307) 721-2827 |
| Eden Home Health | Cheyenne, WY | 3.8 mi | 3.5 of 5 | — | (360) 892-6628 |
| Continue Care Home Health Agency Inc | Cheyenne, WY | 3.8 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (307) 632-4448 |
| Home And Care | Casper, WY | 142 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (307) 333-4574 |
| Cheyenne Regional Medical Center Home Care Services | Cheyenne, WY | 1.1 mi | 2 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (307) 633-7000 |
| Humble Horizon Home Health LLC | Cheyenne, WY | 1.1 mi | not rated | — | (307) 426-4038 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Cheyenne. 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 Cheyenne
At the Wyoming median aide wage of $15.96 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,383 a month in wages, which is 27% of the $5,068 monthly median income of Cheyenne households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Wyoming's state rate is lower than the federal one, so employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act pay at least the federal $7.25 an hour (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 Cheyenne: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Cheyenne?
Cheyenne Regional Medical Center in Cheyenne, about 1.1 mi in a straight line from the center of Cheyenne (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (307) 633-2273. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Cheyenne?
Medicare lists 7 certified agencies whose service area includes Cheyenne ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Enhabit Home Health (4 of 5), Eden Home Health (3.5 of 5), Continue Care Home Health Agency Inc (3 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Cheyenne?
At the Wyoming median aide wage of $15.96 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,383 a month in wages, which is 27% of the $5,068 monthly median income of Cheyenne households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Wyoming's state rate is lower than the federal one, so employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act pay at least the federal $7.25 an hour (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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