Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Colorado City, TX
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 Colorado City for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Colorado City, TX: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Mitchell County Hospital District in Colorado City, about 0.2 mi away in a straight line, followed by Cogdell Memorial Hospital (24 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 11 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Colorado City. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Colorado City compared with Mitchell County and Texas
| Census figure | Colorado City | Mitchell County | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 51% | 43% | 35% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 15% | 13% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 36% | 32% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.2% | 3.0% | 5.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.9% | 2.3% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 14% | 11% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $29,710 | $42,102 | — |
Older residents in towns around Colorado City
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snyder, TX | 22 mi | 1,787 | 38% |
| Sweetwater, TX | 27 mi | 1,817 | 41% |
| Big Spring, TX | 38 mi | 2,905 | 42% |
| Merkel, TX | 50 mi | 463 | 56% |
| Stanton, TX | 58 mi | 211 | 32% |
| Grape Creek, TX | 59 mi | 462 | 30% |
Hospitals near Colorado City
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell County Hospital District | Colorado City, TX | 0.2 mi | not rated | (325) 728-3431 |
| Cogdell Memorial Hospital | Snyder, TX | 24 mi | not rated | (325) 574-7437 |
| Rolling Plains Memorial Hospital | Sweetwater, TX | 27 mi | not rated | (325) 235-1701 |
| Scenic Mountain Medical Center | Big Spring, TX | 36 mi | not rated | (432) 263-1211 |
Home health agencies serving Colorado City
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Colorado City, TX | 0.2 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (325) 728-2657 |
| Kinder Hearts Home Health | Abilene, TX | 64 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (325) 672-6135 |
| Paradigm Home Health | San Angelo, TX | 71 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (325) 655-6600 |
| Excelacare Home Health | Big Spring, TX | 36 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (432) 235-1164 |
| Enhabit Home Health | Big Spring, TX | 36 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides | (432) 264-0044 |
| Dhc Divine Health Care LLC | Mcallen, TX | 453 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (956) 563-7509 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Colorado 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 Colorado City
At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 41% of the $2,476 monthly median income of Colorado City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas's minimum wage is $7.25 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 STAR+PLUS in Texas: using consumer directed services to pay a family caregiver.
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 Colorado City: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Colorado City?
Mitchell County Hospital District in Colorado City, about 0.2 mi in a straight line from the center of Colorado City (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (325) 728-3431. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Colorado City?
Medicare lists 11 certified agencies whose service area includes Colorado City ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (5 of 5), Kinder Hearts Home Health (4.5 of 5), Paradigm Home Health (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Colorado City?
At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 41% of the $2,476 monthly median income of Colorado City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas's minimum wage is $7.25 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 Grape Creek, TX
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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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