Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Coral Gables, FL
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 Coral Gables for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Coral Gables, FL: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is South Miami Hospital in Miami, about 2.6 mi away in a straight line, followed by Larkin Community Hospital (2.6 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare's file lists no certified home health agency for Coral Gables ZIP codes, which makes private help at home more important after surgery. Ask the hospital's discharge planner which agencies will travel to you.
Coral Gables compared with Miami-Dade County and Florida
| Census figure | Coral Gables | Miami-Dade County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 22% | 32% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 19% | 17% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 30% | 22% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 6.3% | 9.8% | 6.0% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.3% | 2.4% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.0% | 21% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $114,926 | $41,151 | — |
Older residents in towns around Coral Gables
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Miami, FL | 2.7 mi | 1,986 | 27% |
| Pinecrest, FL | 3.0 mi | 3,223 | 18% |
| Glenvar Heights, FL | 3.8 mi | 3,818 | 26% |
| Coral Terrace, FL | 5.1 mi | 5,519 | 34% |
| Palmetto Bay, FL | 5.5 mi | 3,808 | 31% |
| West Miami, FL | 5.6 mi | 1,240 | 42% |
Hospitals near Coral Gables
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Miami Hospital | Miami, FL | 2.6 mi | 4 of 5 | (786) 662-4000 |
| Larkin Community Hospital | South Miami, FL | 2.6 mi | 1 of 5 | (305) 284-7500 |
| Doctors Hospital | Coral Gables, FL | 2.7 mi | 5 of 5 | (786) 308-3000 |
| Keralty Hospital | Miami, FL | 4.9 mi | 2 of 5 | (305) 263-9270 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Coral Gables. 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 Coral Gables
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 15% of the $9,577 monthly median income of Coral Gables households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 How to get paid to take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO.
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 Coral Gables: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Coral Gables?
South Miami Hospital in Miami, about 2.6 mi in a straight line from the center of Coral Gables (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (786) 662-4000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Coral Gables?
Medicare’s file lists none for Coral Gables ZIP codes. Ask the hospital discharge planner or your doctor which agencies travel to you, or hire an aide directly.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Coral Gables?
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 15% of the $9,577 monthly median income of Coral Gables households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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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