Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Dillon, SC
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 Dillon for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Dillon, SC: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Mcleod Medical Center - Dillon in Dillon, about 0.9 mi away in a straight line, followed by Musc Health Marion Medical Center (17 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 8 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Dillon. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Dillon compared with Dillon County and South Carolina
| Census figure | Dillon | Dillon County | South Carolina |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 47% | 42% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 20% | 18% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 25% | 27% | 27% |
| Households with no vehicle | 13% | 9.8% | 5.7% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.7% | 1.6% | 1.8% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 19% | 23% | 11% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $29,022 | $35,128 | — |
Older residents in towns around Dillon
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mullins, SC | 17 mi | 787 | 41% |
| Marion, SC | 17 mi | 1,555 | 38% |
| Pembroke, NC | 20 mi | 326 | 47% |
| Bennettsville, SC | 23 mi | 1,410 | 42% |
| Laurinburg, NC | 24 mi | 2,840 | 41% |
| Lumberton, NC | 24 mi | 3,055 | 45% |
Hospitals near Dillon
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mcleod Medical Center - Dillon | Dillon, SC | 0.9 mi | 3 of 5 | (843) 774-4111 |
| Musc Health Marion Medical Center | Mullins, SC | 17 mi | 3 of 5 | (843) 431-2000 |
| Mcleod Regional Medical Center-Pee Dee | Florence, SC | 22 mi | 3 of 5 | (843) 777-2900 |
| Southeastern Regional Medical Center | Lumberton, NC | 24 mi | 2 of 5 | (910) 671-5000 |
Home health agencies serving Dillon
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pruitthealth Home Health-Florence | Florence, SC | 29 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (843) 665-1763 |
| Amedisys Home Health Of Conway | Conway, SC | 42 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (843) 507-8058 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Newberry, SC | 129 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (803) 276-0273 |
| Centerwell Home Health-Pee Dee | Florence, SC | 28 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (843) 317-9689 |
| Carolinas Home Health | Florence, SC | 29 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (843) 629-6811 |
| Coastal Health LLC | Florence, SC | 29 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides | (843) 407-7413 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Dillon. 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 Dillon
At the South Carolina median aide wage of $14.48 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,255 a month in wages, which is 52% of the $2,419 monthly median income of Dillon households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. South Carolina has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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 Dillon: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Dillon?
Mcleod Medical Center - Dillon in Dillon, about 0.9 mi in a straight line from the center of Dillon (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (843) 774-4111. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Dillon?
Medicare lists 8 certified agencies whose service area includes Dillon ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Pruitthealth Home Health-Florence (4.5 of 5), Amedisys Home Health Of Conway (4.5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Dillon?
At the South Carolina median aide wage of $14.48 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,255 a month in wages, which is 52% of the $2,419 monthly median income of Dillon households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. South Carolina has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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
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- Post-Surgery Care in Pembroke, NC
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- Post-Surgery Care in Laurinburg, NC
- Post-Surgery Care in Lumberton, NC
- Post-Surgery Care in Red Springs, NC
- Post-Surgery Care in Florence, SC
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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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