Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Delray Beach, 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 Delray Beach for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Delray Beach, FL: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Delray Medical Center in Delray Beach, about 2.7 mi away in a straight line, followed by Bethesda Hospital East (5.1 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 118 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Delray Beach. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Delray Beach compared with Palm Beach County and Florida
| Census figure | Delray Beach | Palm Beach County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 29% | 29% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 28% | 25% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 31% | 28% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 7.3% | 6.0% | 6.0% |
| Residents 85 or older | 5.3% | 3.9% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 13% | 11% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $55,665 | $65,565 | — |
Older residents in towns around Delray Beach
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Beach, FL | 3.5 mi | 2,780 | 29% |
| Boynton Beach, FL | 5.0 mi | 18,343 | 28% |
| Boca Raton, FL | 5.8 mi | 24,623 | 23% |
| San Castle, FL | 7.8 mi | 402 | 35% |
| Hypoluxo, FL | 8.1 mi | 679 | 25% |
| Seminole Manor, FL | 8.9 mi | 248 | 50% |
Hospitals near Delray Beach
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delray Medical Center | Delray Beach, FL | 2.7 mi | 1 of 5 | (561) 498-4440 |
| Bethesda Hospital East | Boynton Beach, FL | 5.1 mi | 2 of 5 | (561) 737-7733 |
| Boca Raton Regional Hospital | Boca Raton, FL | 7.6 mi | 2 of 5 | (561) 955-4200 |
| HCA Florida Jfk Hospital | Atlantis, FL | 8.2 mi | 2 of 5 | (561) 965-7300 |
Home health agencies serving Delray Beach
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uci Home Health Services | Delray Beach, FL | 2.7 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (561) 265-5251 |
| Allegiance Home Health And Rehab, Inc | Boca Raton, FL | 3.1 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (561) 367-0711 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Boynton Beach, FL | 4.3 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (561) 886-1500 |
| First Choice Home Health Inc | Boynton Beach, FL | 4.3 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (561) 296-2770 |
| Affinity Home Healthcare LLC | Boynton Beach, FL | 4.3 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, home health aides | (877) 514-5833 |
| Vertus Healthcare LLC | Boynton Beach, FL | 5.1 mi | 5 of 5 | — | (561) 704-3184 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Delray Beach. 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 Delray Beach
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 30% of the $4,639 monthly median income of Delray Beach 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 Delray Beach: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Delray Beach?
Delray Medical Center in Delray Beach, about 2.7 mi in a straight line from the center of Delray Beach (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (561) 498-4440. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Delray Beach?
Medicare lists 118 certified agencies whose service area includes Delray Beach ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Uci Home Health Services (5 of 5), Allegiance Home Health And Rehab, Inc (5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Delray Beach?
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 30% of the $4,639 monthly median income of Delray Beach 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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