Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Dickson City, PA
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Post-Surgery Care in Dickson City, PA: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Geisinger-Community Medical Center in Scranton, about 4.2 mi away in a straight line, followed by Lehigh Valley Hospital - Dickson City (4.4 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 23 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Dickson City. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Dickson City compared with Lackawanna County and Pennsylvania
| Census figure | Dickson City | Lackawanna County | Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 38% | 34% | 32% |
| Residents 65 or older | 22% | 21% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 38% | 35% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 14% | 9.4% | 10% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.9% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 13% | 13% | 9.9% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $36,528 | $47,340 | — |
Older residents in towns around Dickson City
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blakely, PA | 2.2 mi | 1,885 | 38% |
| Throop, PA | 3.1 mi | 866 | 26% |
| Olyphant, PA | 3.3 mi | 960 | 29% |
| Clarks Summit, PA | 4.0 mi | 1,113 | 36% |
| Dunmore, PA | 4.1 mi | 2,950 | 39% |
| Scranton, PA | 4.7 mi | 14,452 | 35% |
Hospitals near Dickson City
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geisinger-Community Medical Center | Scranton, PA | 4.2 mi | 2 of 5 | (570) 703-8000 |
| Lehigh Valley Hospital - Dickson City | Dickson City, PA | 4.4 mi | 3 of 5 | (570) 330-5000 |
| Regional Hospital Of Scranton | Scranton, PA | 4.6 mi | 2 of 5 | (570) 348-7100 |
| Wilkes-Barre General Hospital | Wilkes-Barre, PA | 19 mi | 2 of 5 | (570) 829-8111 |
Home health agencies serving Dickson City
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Home Healthcare And Hospice | Blakely, PA | 1.8 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (570) 342-3314 |
| Revolutionary Home Health Inc | Eynon, PA | 5.5 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (570) 383-7502 |
| Aveanna Home Health | West Pittston, PA | 13 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (570) 655-3581 |
| Interim Healthcare Services Of NE Pa, Inc. | Blakely, PA | 1.8 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (570) 489-6781 |
| Allied Services Home Health | Clarks Summit, PA | 3.9 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (570) 348-2200 |
| Allcare Home Health Inc | Moosic, PA | 8.1 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (570) 589-2112 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Dickson City. 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 Dickson City
At the Pennsylvania median aide wage of $14.14 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,225 a month in wages, which is 40% of the $3,044 monthly median income of Dickson City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Pennsylvania'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 Dickson City: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Dickson City?
Geisinger-Community Medical Center in Scranton, about 4.2 mi in a straight line from the center of Dickson City (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (570) 703-8000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Dickson City?
Medicare lists 23 certified agencies whose service area includes Dickson City ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Personal Home Healthcare And Hospice (5 of 5), Revolutionary Home Health Inc (5 of 5), Aveanna Home Health (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Dickson City?
At the Pennsylvania median aide wage of $14.14 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,225 a month in wages, which is 40% of the $3,044 monthly median income of Dickson City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Pennsylvania'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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Other care in Dickson City
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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