Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Flora, IL
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 Flora for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Flora, IL: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Clay County Hospital in Flora, about 1.0 mi away in a straight line, followed by Fairfield Memorial Hospital 1 (21 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 5 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Flora. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Flora compared with Clay County and Illinois
| Census figure | Flora | Clay County | Illinois |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 56% | 43% | 32% |
| Residents 65 or older | 22% | 21% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 53% | 40% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 5.1% | 4.9% | 11% |
| Residents 85 or older | 5.7% | 3.8% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 10.0% | 13% | 10% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $29,293 | $42,809 | — |
Older residents in towns around Flora
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield, IL | 20 mi | 1,156 | 47% |
| Olney, IL | 21 mi | 1,853 | 36% |
| Salem, IL | 26 mi | 1,498 | 43% |
| Newton, IL | 28 mi | 628 | 47% |
| Effingham, IL | 32 mi | 2,602 | 47% |
| Mount Vernon, IL | 34 mi | 2,757 | 39% |
Hospitals near Flora
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clay County Hospital | Flora, IL | 1.0 mi | 3 of 5 | (618) 662-2131 |
| Fairfield Memorial Hospital 1 | Fairfield, IL | 21 mi | 3 of 5 | (618) 842-2611 |
| Carle Richland Memorial Hospital | Olney, IL | 22 mi | 2 of 5 | (618) 395-2131 |
| Salem Township Hospital | Salem, IL | 26 mi | 4 of 5 | (618) 548-3194 |
Home health agencies serving Flora
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hshs Home Care Illinois | Effingham, IL | 32 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (217) 347-1777 |
| Sarah Bush Lincoln Home Care | Charleston, IL | 59 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (217) 234-4418 |
| Lhc-Illinois Home Health Care | Marion, IL | 70 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (618) 997-6565 |
| Carle Home Care | Champaign, IL | 102 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (217) 383-3488 |
| Clay Home Health Services | Flora, IL | 1.0 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (618) 662-4406 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Flora. 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 Flora
At the Illinois median aide wage of $18.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,586 a month in wages, which is 65% of the $2,441 monthly median income of Flora households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Illinois's minimum wage is $15.00 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.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Post-Surgery Care in Flora: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Flora?
Clay County Hospital in Flora, about 1.0 mi in a straight line from the center of Flora (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (618) 662-2131. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Flora?
Medicare lists 5 certified agencies whose service area includes Flora ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Hshs Home Care Illinois (3 of 5), Sarah Bush Lincoln Home Care (3 of 5), Lhc-Illinois Home Health Care (3 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Flora?
At the Illinois median aide wage of $18.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,586 a month in wages, which is 65% of the $2,441 monthly median income of Flora households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Illinois's minimum wage is $15.00 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.
More senior care near Flora
Post-Surgery Care in nearby cities
- Post-Surgery Care in Fairfield, IL
- Post-Surgery Care in Olney, IL
- Post-Surgery Care in Salem, IL
- Post-Surgery Care in Newton, IL
- Post-Surgery Care in Effingham, IL
- Post-Surgery Care in Mount Vernon, IL
- Post-Surgery Care in Centralia, IL
- Post-Surgery Care in McLeansboro, IL
- Post-Surgery Care in Vandalia, IL
- Post-Surgery Care in Mount Carmel, IL
- Post-Surgery Care in Lawrenceville, IL
- Post-Surgery Care in Carmi, IL
- Post-Surgery Care in Robinson, IL
- Post-Surgery Care in Carlyle, IL
- Post-Surgery Care in Benton, IL
- Post-Surgery Care in Greenville, IL
Other care in Flora
- Companion Care in Flora
- Dementia Care in Flora
- Respite Care in Flora
- Live-In Caregivers in Flora
- Senior Transportation in Flora
- Home Health Aides in Flora
- Nursing Assistants in Flora
- Personal Care in Flora
- Overnight Caregivers in Flora
- 24-Hour Home Care in Flora
- Mobility Assistance in Flora
- Parkinson’s Care in Flora
- Stroke Recovery Support in Flora
- Disability Care for Adults in Flora
- Hospice Support in Flora
- Senior Meal Preparation in Flora
- Senior Housekeeping in Flora
- Medication Reminders in Flora
- Veterans’ Home Care in Flora
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.
Find post-surgery care in Flora
Posting is free and takes about ten minutes. Caregivers near Flora can see it as soon as it is live.
Create your free family accountLooking for caregiving work instead? Create a free caregiver profile.
