Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Ellwood City, PA
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 Ellwood City for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Ellwood City, PA: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Upmc Jameson in New Castle, about 12 mi away in a straight line, followed by Heritage Valley Beaver (12 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 19 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Ellwood City. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Ellwood City compared with Lawrence County and Pennsylvania
| Census figure | Ellwood City | Lawrence County | Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 31% | 33% | 32% |
| Residents 65 or older | 22% | 23% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 35% | 31% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 6.6% | 8.0% | 10% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.6% | 2.9% | 2.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.1% | 8.1% | 9.9% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $47,198 | $45,230 | — |
Older residents in towns around Ellwood City
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beaver Falls, PA | 7.4 mi | 1,420 | 35% |
| New Brighton, PA | 8.8 mi | 1,027 | 36% |
| Zelienople, PA | 9.2 mi | 1,132 | 34% |
| New Castle, PA | 9.8 mi | 4,073 | 38% |
| Rochester, PA | 11 mi | 621 | 45% |
| Beaver, PA | 12 mi | 1,255 | 32% |
Hospitals near Ellwood City
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upmc Jameson | New Castle, PA | 12 mi | 3 of 5 | (724) 656-4100 |
| Heritage Valley Beaver | Beaver, PA | 12 mi | 3 of 5 | (412) 728-7000 |
| Independence Health System Butler Memorial Hospita | Butler, PA | 18 mi | 2 of 5 | (724) 284-4403 |
| Ahn Wexford Hospital | Wexford, PA | 21 mi | 5 of 5 | (412) 295-3319 |
Home health agencies serving Ellwood City
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amedisys Home Health | Butler, PA | 18 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (724) 284-4663 |
| Medi Home Health Agency Inc | Pittsburgh, PA | 37 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (412) 242-8540 |
| Amedisys Home Health Of Pa | Uniontown, PA | 73 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (724) 438-6660 |
| Anova Home Healthcare Services Inc | Carnegie, PA | 33 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (412) 681-1044 |
| Family Home Health LP | Monroeville, PA | 41 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (412) 856-4000 |
| At Home Nursing And Therapy Services LLC | Zelienople, PA | 12 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides | (724) 452-5700 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Ellwood 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 Ellwood 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 31% of the $3,933 monthly median income of Ellwood 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 Ellwood City: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Ellwood City?
Upmc Jameson in New Castle, about 12 mi in a straight line from the center of Ellwood City (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (724) 656-4100. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Ellwood City?
Medicare lists 19 certified agencies whose service area includes Ellwood City ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Amedisys Home Health (4.5 of 5), Medi Home Health Agency Inc (4.5 of 5), Amedisys Home Health Of Pa (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Ellwood 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 31% of the $3,933 monthly median income of Ellwood 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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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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