Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Devils Lake, ND
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 Devils Lake for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Devils Lake, ND: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Chi St Alexius Health Devils Lake in Devils Lake, about 0.6 mi away in a straight line, followed by Towner County Medical Center (30 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 2 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Devils Lake. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Devils Lake compared with Ramsey County and North Dakota
| Census figure | Devils Lake | Ramsey County | North Dakota |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 38% | 31% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 22% | 22% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 64% | 49% | 33% |
| Households with no vehicle | 14% | 11% | 5.9% |
| Residents 85 or older | 5.3% | 3.8% | 2.2% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 9.9% | 9.3% | 9.9% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $31,563 | $43,432 | — |
Hospitals near Devils Lake
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chi St Alexius Health Devils Lake | Devils Lake, ND | 0.6 mi | 2 of 5 | (701) 662-2131 |
| Towner County Medical Center | Cando, ND | 30 mi | not rated | (701) 968-4411 |
Home health agencies serving Devils Lake
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altru's Home Health | Grand Forks, ND | 86 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (701) 780-5880 |
| Good Samaritan Society Home Care | Devils Lake, ND | 0.6 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (877) 343-6217 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Devils Lake. 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 Devils Lake
At the North Dakota median aide wage of $18.96 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,643 a month in wages, which is 62% of the $2,630 monthly median income of Devils Lake households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. North Dakota'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 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 Devils Lake: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Devils Lake?
Chi St Alexius Health Devils Lake in Devils Lake, about 0.6 mi in a straight line from the center of Devils Lake (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (701) 662-2131. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Devils Lake?
Medicare lists 2 certified agencies whose service area includes Devils Lake ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Altru's Home Health (4.5 of 5), Good Samaritan Society Home Care (3.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Devils Lake?
At the North Dakota median aide wage of $18.96 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,643 a month in wages, which is 62% of the $2,630 monthly median income of Devils Lake households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. North Dakota'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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