Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Denver, CO
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 Denver for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Denver, CO: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is University Of Colorado Hospital Authority in Aurora, about 2.5 mi away in a straight line, followed by Va Eastern Colorado Healthcare System (2.5 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 131 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Denver. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Denver compared with Colorado
| Census figure | Denver | Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 31% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 12% | 16% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 39% | 28% |
| Households with no vehicle | 10% | 5.2% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 12% | 8.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $59,799 | — |
Older residents in towns around Denver
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glendale, CO | 5.0 mi | 107 | 28% |
| Four Square Mile, CO | 5.6 mi | 1,721 | 37% |
| Derby, CO | 5.8 mi | 621 | 31% |
| Holly Hills, CO | 6.9 mi | 655 | 41% |
| Welby, CO | 7.0 mi | 1,511 | 34% |
| Twin Lakes, CO | 7.8 mi | 1,077 | 35% |
Hospitals near Denver
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Of Colorado Hospital Authority | Aurora, CO | 2.5 mi | 5 of 5 | (720) 848-0000 |
| Va Eastern Colorado Healthcare System | Aurora, CO | 2.5 mi | 5 of 5 | (303) 399-8020 |
| Children's Hospital Colorado | Aurora, CO | 2.5 mi | not rated | (720) 777-1234 |
| HCA Healthone Rose | Denver, CO | 2.7 mi | 4 of 5 | (303) 320-2121 |
Home health agencies serving Denver
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Integrity Home Health Inc | Aurora, CO | 7.0 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (214) 440-1394 |
| Adoration Home Health | Lakewood, CO | 16 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (720) 440-9422 |
| Accentcare Home Health Of Mountain Valley LLC | Denver, CO | 5.7 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (303) 620-5402 |
| Berkley Home Health | Aurora, CO | 7.0 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (303) 758-2000 |
| HCA Healthone Healthcare At Home | Greenwood Village, CO | 10 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (877) 312-6614 |
| Namaste Home Health | Centennial, CO | 13 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (303) 228-7783 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Denver. 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 Denver
At the Colorado median aide wage of $18.53 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,606 a month in wages, which is 32% of the $4,983 monthly median income of Denver households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Colorado's minimum wage is $15.16 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 Denver: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Denver?
University Of Colorado Hospital Authority in Aurora, about 2.5 mi in a straight line from the center of Denver (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (720) 848-0000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Denver?
Medicare lists 131 certified agencies whose service area includes Denver ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Integrity Home Health Inc (5 of 5), Adoration Home Health (5 of 5), Accentcare Home Health Of Mountain Valley LLC (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Denver?
At the Colorado median aide wage of $18.53 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,606 a month in wages, which is 32% of the $4,983 monthly median income of Denver households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Colorado's minimum wage is $15.16 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
- Post-Surgery Care in Glendale, CO
- Post-Surgery Care in Four Square Mile, CO
- Post-Surgery Care in Derby, CO
- Post-Surgery Care in Holly Hills, CO
- Post-Surgery Care in Welby, CO
- Post-Surgery Care in Twin Lakes, CO
- Post-Surgery Care in Sherrelwood, CO
- Post-Surgery Care in Berkley, CO
- Post-Surgery Care in Aurora, CO
- Post-Surgery Care in Cherry Hills Village, CO
- Post-Surgery Care in Commerce City, CO
- Post-Surgery Care in Edgewater, CO
- Post-Surgery Care in Englewood, CO
- Post-Surgery Care in Federal Heights, CO
- Post-Surgery Care in Greenwood Village, CO
- Post-Surgery Care in Cherry Creek, CO
Other care in Denver
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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