Endwell, New York

Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Endwell, NY

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 Endwell for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.

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Local figures

Post-Surgery Care in Endwell, NY: the local picture

4.8 mi
to the nearest hospital with an emergency department (Binghamton)
0
Medicare-certified home health agencies list Endwell ZIP codes in their service area
32%
of residents 65+ report a disability (32% in Broome County)
2,576
residents 65 or older (22% of Endwell)

The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Our Lady Of Lourdes Memorial Hospital, Inc in Binghamton, about 4.8 mi away in a straight line, followed by United Health Services Hospitals, Inc (7.1 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.

Medicare's file lists no certified home health agency for Endwell ZIP codes, which makes private help at home more important after surgery. Ask the hospital's discharge planner which agencies will travel to you.

Endwell compared with Broome County and New York

Census figureEndwellBroome CountyNew York
Residents 65+ with a disability32%32%32%
Residents 65 or older22%20%18%
Residents 65+ in households who live alone32%33%29%
Households with no vehicle12%14%29%
Residents 85 or older4.1%3.1%2.2%
Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.)9.6%10%13%
Median income, households headed by someone 65+$51,471$53,284—

Older residents in towns around Endwell

TownDistanceResidents 65+65+ with a disability
Endicott, NY2.7 mi2,46531%
Johnson City, NY3.1 mi3,34331%
Binghamton University, NY3.7 mi0—
Binghamton, NY6.0 mi8,47934%
Apalachin, NY8.0 mi45417%
Chenango Bridge, NY9.1 mi73129%

Hospitals near Endwell

Hospital with an emergency departmentTownDistanceCMS overall ratingPhone
Our Lady Of Lourdes Memorial Hospital, IncBinghamton, NY4.8 mi3 of 5(607) 798-5111
United Health Services Hospitals, IncBinghamton, NY7.1 mi2 of 5(607) 763-6000
Greater Binghamton Health CenterBinghamton, NY7.2 minot rated(607) 724-1391
Endless Mountains Health SystemsMontrose, PA21 mi1 of 5(570) 278-3801

Straight-line miles from the center of Endwell. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.

What it covers

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
Cost

What post-surgery care costs in Endwell

At the New York median aide wage of $19.05 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,651 a month in wages, which is 38% of the $4,289 monthly median income of Endwell households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New York's minimum wage is $17.00 in New York City, Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester counties, $16.00 in the rest of the state (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 CDPAP in New York: how to get paid to care for a family member.

Before you hire

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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Questions

Post-Surgery Care in Endwell: common questions

Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Endwell?

Our Lady Of Lourdes Memorial Hospital, Inc in Binghamton, about 4.8 mi in a straight line from the center of Endwell (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (607) 798-5111. In an emergency, call 911.

Which home health agencies serve Endwell?

Medicare’s file lists none for Endwell ZIP codes. Ask the hospital discharge planner or your doctor which agencies travel to you, or hire an aide directly.

How much does post-surgery care cost in Endwell?

At the New York median aide wage of $19.05 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,651 a month in wages, which is 38% of the $4,289 monthly median income of Endwell households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New York's minimum wage is $17.00 in New York City, Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester counties, $16.00 in the rest of the state (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.

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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