Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Forest Grove, OR
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 Forest Grove for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Forest Grove, OR: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Kaiser Foundation Hospital Westside in Hillsboro, about 7.1 mi away in a straight line, followed by Hillsboro Medical Center (7.6 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 14 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Forest Grove. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Forest Grove compared with Washington County and Oregon
| Census figure | Forest Grove | Washington County | Oregon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 44% | 32% | 34% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 15% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 34% | 27% | 27% |
| Households with no vehicle | 9.3% | 5.6% | 7.1% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.7% | 1.6% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 17% | 8.7% | 9.9% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $42,004 | $69,783 | — |
Older residents in towns around Forest Grove
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornelius, OR | 2.9 mi | 1,780 | 53% |
| North Plains, OR | 7.5 mi | 612 | 52% |
| Hillsboro, OR | 8.4 mi | 12,909 | 38% |
| Rockcreek, OR | 11 mi | 1,546 | 24% |
| Aloha, OR | 12 mi | 7,039 | 31% |
| Oak Hills, OR | 13 mi | 1,383 | 32% |
Hospitals near Forest Grove
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital Westside | Hillsboro, OR | 7.1 mi | 4 of 5 | (971) 310-0100 |
| Hillsboro Medical Center | Hillsboro, OR | 7.6 mi | 3 of 5 | (503) 681-1111 |
| Providence St Vincent Medical Center | Portland, OR | 16 mi | 4 of 5 | (503) 216-1234 |
| Providence Newberg Medical Center | Newberg, OR | 16 mi | 4 of 5 | (503) 537-1555 |
Home health agencies serving Forest Grove
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Divine Mercy Home Health, LLC | Beaverton, OR | 15 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (503) 608-7717 |
| Connected Home Health | Clackamas, OR | 30 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (503) 261-8599 |
| Signature Healthcare At Home | Tigard, OR | 17 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (503) 783-2470 |
| Providence Home Health | Portland, OR | 25 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (503) 215-4646 |
| Physicians Choice | Wilsonville, OR | 23 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (503) 308-4060 |
| Adventist Health Home Care Services | Portland, OR | 30 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (503) 251-6301 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Forest Grove. 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 Forest Grove
At the Oregon median aide wage of $21.35 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,850 a month in wages, which is 53% of the $3,500 monthly median income of Forest Grove households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Oregon's minimum wage is $16.80 in the Portland metro area, $15.55 in the standard state rate, $14.55 in non-urban counties (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 Forest Grove: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Forest Grove?
Kaiser Foundation Hospital Westside in Hillsboro, about 7.1 mi in a straight line from the center of Forest Grove (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (971) 310-0100. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Forest Grove?
Medicare lists 14 certified agencies whose service area includes Forest Grove ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Divine Mercy Home Health, LLC (4.5 of 5), Connected Home Health (4.5 of 5), Signature Healthcare At Home (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Forest Grove?
At the Oregon median aide wage of $21.35 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,850 a month in wages, which is 53% of the $3,500 monthly median income of Forest Grove households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Oregon's minimum wage is $16.80 in the Portland metro area, $15.55 in the standard state rate, $14.55 in non-urban counties (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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