Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Eaton, OH
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 Eaton for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Eaton, OH: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Reid Health in Richmond, about 15 mi away in a straight line, followed by Richmond State Hospital (15 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 28 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Eaton. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Eaton compared with Preble County and Ohio
| Census figure | Eaton | Preble County | Ohio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 47% | 32% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 22% | 20% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 59% | 28% | 32% |
| Households with no vehicle | 8.7% | 4.0% | 7.5% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.9% | 2.0% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 18% | 11% | 10% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $34,438 | $50,792 | — |
Older residents in towns around Eaton
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Lakengren, OH | 5.2 mi | 681 | 21% |
| New Lebanon, OH | 13 mi | 920 | 28% |
| Brookville, OH | 13 mi | 1,719 | 37% |
| Richmond, IN | 15 mi | 6,739 | 39% |
| Germantown, OH | 16 mi | 1,070 | 27% |
| Trotwood, OH | 17 mi | 5,169 | 34% |
Hospitals near Eaton
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reid Health | Richmond, IN | 15 mi | 2 of 5 | (765) 983-3000 |
| Richmond State Hospital | Richmond, IN | 15 mi | not rated | (765) 966-0511 |
| Mccullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital | Oxford, OH | 18 mi | 3 of 5 | (513) 523-2111 |
| Dayton Va Medical Center | Dayton, OH | 20 mi | 5 of 5 | (937) 268-6511 |
Home health agencies serving Eaton
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Nursing, LLC Home Health Service | Middletown, OH | 21 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (513) 433-1856 |
| Fidelity Health Care | Moraine, OH | 22 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (937) 208-6412 |
| Buckeye Home Health Care, LLC | Dayton, OH | 26 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (937) 291-3780 |
| Gem City Home Care, LLC | Dayton, OH | 27 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (937) 438-9100 |
| Reid Home Health | Eaton, OH | 1.0 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (513) 576-8472 |
| Preble Home Health Services | Eaton, OH | 1.0 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (937) 336-5320 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Eaton. 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 Eaton
At the Ohio median aide wage of $16.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,436 a month in wages, which is 50% of the $2,870 monthly median income of Eaton households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Ohio's minimum wage is $11.00 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 Eaton: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Eaton?
Reid Health in Richmond, about 15 mi in a straight line from the center of Eaton (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (765) 983-3000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Eaton?
Medicare lists 28 certified agencies whose service area includes Eaton ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Premier Nursing, LLC Home Health Service (4.5 of 5), Fidelity Health Care (4.5 of 5), Buckeye Home Health Care, LLC (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Eaton?
At the Ohio median aide wage of $16.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,436 a month in wages, which is 50% of the $2,870 monthly median income of Eaton households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Ohio's minimum wage is $11.00 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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