Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Crete, NE
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 Crete for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Crete, NE: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Crete Area Medical Center in Crete, about 0.4 mi away in a straight line, followed by Friend Community Healthcare System (17 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 5 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Crete. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Crete compared with Saline County and Nebraska
| Census figure | Crete | Saline County | Nebraska |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 34% | 32% | 32% |
| Residents 65 or older | 13% | 15% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 24% | 24% | 31% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.8% | 3.2% | 5.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.9% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 10% | 7.9% | 9.2% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $43,646 | $48,036 | — |
Older residents in towns around Crete
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milford, NE | 12 mi | 404 | 24% |
| Hickman, NE | 17 mi | 291 | 37% |
| Lincoln, NE | 19 mi | 43,734 | 31% |
| Seward, NE | 21 mi | 1,320 | 35% |
| Beatrice, NE | 27 mi | 2,622 | 36% |
| Waverly, NE | 30 mi | 828 | 5.7% |
Hospitals near Crete
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crete Area Medical Center | Crete, NE | 0.4 mi | not rated | (402) 826-2102 |
| Friend Community Healthcare System | Friend, NE | 17 mi | not rated | (402) 947-2541 |
| Bryan Medical Center | Lincoln, NE | 20 mi | 3 of 5 | (402) 481-1111 |
| Chi Health St. Elizabeth | Lincoln, NE | 20 mi | 4 of 5 | (402) 219-7700 |
Home health agencies serving Crete
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Lincoln, NE | 20 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (402) 434-8081 |
| Eventide Home Health Care | Lincoln, NE | 20 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (402) 420-2273 |
| Chi Health At Home - Lincoln | Lincoln, NE | 20 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (402) 219-7043 |
| Elite Professionals Home Care Company | Lincoln, NE | 18 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (402) 464-2422 |
| Angels Care Home Health | Omaha, NE | 62 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (402) 934-4752 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Crete. 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 Crete
At the Nebraska median aide wage of $17.38 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,506 a month in wages, which is 41% of the $3,637 monthly median income of Crete households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Nebraska's minimum wage is $15.00 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 Crete: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Crete?
Crete Area Medical Center in Crete, about 0.4 mi in a straight line from the center of Crete (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (402) 826-2102. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Crete?
Medicare lists 5 certified agencies whose service area includes Crete ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (4.5 of 5), Eventide Home Health Care (4.5 of 5), Chi Health At Home - Lincoln (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Crete?
At the Nebraska median aide wage of $17.38 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,506 a month in wages, which is 41% of the $3,637 monthly median income of Crete households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Nebraska's minimum wage is $15.00 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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Other care in Crete
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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