Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Converse, 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 Converse for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Converse, TX: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Baptist Neighborhood Hospital Thousand Oaks in San Antonio, about 12 mi away in a straight line, followed by Baptist Medical Center (13 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 89 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Converse. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Converse compared with Bexar County and Texas
| Census figure | Converse | Bexar County | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 39% | 40% | 35% |
| Residents 65 or older | 11% | 13% | 13% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 37% | 27% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 1.7% | 6.4% | 5.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.2% | 1.4% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 6.2% | 13% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $47,747 | $56,300 | — |
Older residents in towns around Converse
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Universal City, TX | 2.7 mi | 2,914 | 32% |
| Live Oak, TX | 3.6 mi | 2,233 | 42% |
| Windcrest, TX | 4.6 mi | 1,792 | 39% |
| Schertz, TX | 4.8 mi | 5,992 | 34% |
| Selma, TX | 5.2 mi | 1,060 | 23% |
| Kirby, TX | 6.0 mi | 1,643 | 36% |
Hospitals near Converse
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Neighborhood Hospital Thousand Oaks | San Antonio, TX | 12 mi | 5 of 5 | (210) 402-4092 |
| Baptist Medical Center | San Antonio, TX | 13 mi | 3 of 5 | (210) 297-8256 |
| Brooke Army Medical Center (Ft Sam Houston) | Fort Sam Houston, TX | 13 mi | not rated | (210) 916-4141 |
| Children's Hospital Of San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | 15 mi | not rated | (210) 704-3342 |
Home health agencies serving Converse
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Healthcare Solutions, Inc. | San Antonio, TX | 16 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (210) 877-5222 |
| Elara Caring | San Antonio, TX | 16 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (210) 342-9922 |
| Comprehensive Home Health Inc | San Antonio, TX | 16 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (210) 614-0200 |
| Beyondfaith Homecare & Rehab San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | 12 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (210) 900-3640 |
| Methodist Healthcare At Home | San Antonio, TX | 12 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (210) 248-3081 |
| Adoration Home Health | San Antonio, TX | 12 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (830) 216-7111 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Converse. 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 Converse
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 25% of the $3,979 monthly median income of Converse 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 Converse: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Converse?
Baptist Neighborhood Hospital Thousand Oaks in San Antonio, about 12 mi in a straight line from the center of Converse (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (210) 402-4092. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Converse?
Medicare lists 89 certified agencies whose service area includes Converse ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Texas Healthcare Solutions, Inc. (5 of 5), Elara Caring (5 of 5), Comprehensive Home Health Inc (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Converse?
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 25% of the $3,979 monthly median income of Converse 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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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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