Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Exeter, NH
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 Exeter for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Exeter, NH: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Exeter Hospital Inc in Exeter, about 0.3 mi away in a straight line, followed by Portsmouth Regional Hospital (9.7 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 12 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Exeter. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Exeter compared with Rockingham County and New Hampshire
| Census figure | Exeter | Rockingham County | New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 29% | 26% | 28% |
| Residents 65 or older | 22% | 20% | 20% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 45% | 24% | 27% |
| Households with no vehicle | 6.2% | 3.1% | 4.6% |
| Residents 85 or older | 4.2% | 1.8% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 9.2% | 6.0% | 7.7% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $58,365 | $75,258 | — |
Older residents in towns around Exeter
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton, NH | 6.5 mi | 2,720 | 23% |
| Newmarket, NH | 6.8 mi | 756 | 22% |
| Hampton Beach, NH | 8.0 mi | 879 | 26% |
| Amesbury, MA | 8.7 mi | 3,170 | 29% |
| Epping, NH | 8.7 mi | 762 | 27% |
| Portsmouth, NH | 10 mi | 4,946 | 29% |
Hospitals near Exeter
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter Hospital Inc | Exeter, NH | 0.3 mi | 4 of 5 | (603) 778-7311 |
| Portsmouth Regional Hospital | Portsmouth, NH | 9.7 mi | 3 of 5 | (603) 436-5110 |
| Anna Jaques Hospital | Newburyport, MA | 12 mi | 3 of 5 | (978) 463-1000 |
| Wentworth-Douglass Hospital | Dover, NH | 15 mi | 4 of 5 | (603) 740-2580 |
Home health agencies serving Exeter
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amedisys Home Health | Portsmouth, NH | 9.7 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (603) 436-0815 |
| Elara Caring | Newburyport, MA | 12 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (978) 904-1454 |
| Tufts Medicine Care At Home - Home Health NH | North Hampton, NH | 6.0 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (603) 854-5757 |
| Caretenders | Epping, NH | 8.0 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (603) 952-3500 |
| Cornerstone Vna | Rochester, NH | 23 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (603) 332-1133 |
| Interim Healthcare | Manchester, NH | 26 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (603) 668-6956 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Exeter. 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 Exeter
At the New Hampshire median aide wage of $18.64 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,615 a month in wages, which is 33% of the $4,864 monthly median income of Exeter households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Hampshire'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 Exeter: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Exeter?
Exeter Hospital Inc in Exeter, about 0.3 mi in a straight line from the center of Exeter (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (603) 778-7311. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Exeter?
Medicare lists 12 certified agencies whose service area includes Exeter ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Amedisys Home Health (4.5 of 5), Elara Caring (4.5 of 5), Tufts Medicine Care At Home - Home Health NH (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Exeter?
At the New Hampshire median aide wage of $18.64 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,615 a month in wages, which is 33% of the $4,864 monthly median income of Exeter households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Hampshire'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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