Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Chisago City, MN
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 Chisago City for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Chisago City, MN: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Fairview Lakes Health Services in Wyoming, about 3.5 mi away in a straight line, followed by Ladd Memorial Hospital (11 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 10 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Chisago City. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Chisago City compared with Chisago County and Minnesota
| Census figure | Chisago City | Chisago County | Minnesota |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 32% | 28% | 28% |
| Residents 65 or older | 28% | 17% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 31% | 26% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 12% | 3.9% | 6.7% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.8% | 1.7% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 8.0% | 5.7% | 8.8% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $65,521 | $60,492 | — |
Older residents in towns around Chisago City
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wyoming, MN | 3.4 mi | 1,169 | 20% |
| Lindstrom, MN | 3.7 mi | 673 | 33% |
| Stacy, MN | 4.4 mi | 740 | 33% |
| Forest Lake, MN | 8.7 mi | 3,501 | 25% |
| Scandia, MN | 9.3 mi | 1,102 | 22% |
| North Branch, MN | 9.7 mi | 1,980 | 29% |
Hospitals near Chisago City
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairview Lakes Health Services | Wyoming, MN | 3.5 mi | 3 of 5 | (952) 892-2101 |
| Ladd Memorial Hospital | Osceola, WI | 11 mi | not rated | (715) 294-2111 |
| St Croix Regional Medical Center | Saint Croix Falls, WI | 18 mi | 3 of 5 | (715) 483-0247 |
| Lakeview Memorial Hospital | Stillwater, MN | 22 mi | 4 of 5 | (651) 430-4509 |
Home health agencies serving Chisago City
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Brooklyn Park, MN | 31 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (763) 416-0289 |
| Mary T Home Health | Coon Rapids, MN | 23 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (763) 862-5426 |
| Home Health Care Inc | Golden Valley, MN | 35 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (763) 417-8888 |
| Allina Health Home Health | Minneapolis, MN | 34 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (612) 863-4478 |
| Lifespark Home Health | Saint Louis Park, MN | 36 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (952) 345-3310 |
| Advanced Medical Home Care, LLC | Saint Paul, MN | 27 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (612) 267-6154 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Chisago City. 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 Chisago City
At the Minnesota median aide wage of $18.45 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,599 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $5,460 monthly median income of Chisago City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Minnesota's minimum wage is $11.41 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 Chisago City: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Chisago City?
Fairview Lakes Health Services in Wyoming, about 3.5 mi in a straight line from the center of Chisago City (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (952) 892-2101. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Chisago City?
Medicare lists 10 certified agencies whose service area includes Chisago City ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (5 of 5), Mary T Home Health (4 of 5), Home Health Care Inc (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Chisago City?
At the Minnesota median aide wage of $18.45 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,599 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $5,460 monthly median income of Chisago City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Minnesota's minimum wage is $11.41 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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