Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Forest Heights, MD
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 Heights for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Forest Heights, MD: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is United Medical Center in Washington, about 2.2 mi away in a straight line, followed by Adventist Healthcare Fort Washington Medical Ctr (3.5 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 11 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Forest Heights. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Forest Heights compared with Prince George's County and Maryland
| Census figure | Forest Heights | Prince George's County | Maryland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 23% | 29% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 16% | 15% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 26% | 26% | 27% |
| Households with no vehicle | 6.2% | 9.2% | 8.8% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.2% | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 1.7% | 9.4% | 9.5% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $59,511 | $82,366 | — |
Older residents in towns around Forest Heights
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Harbor, MD | 1.4 mi | 841 | 32% |
| Glassmanor, MD | 1.8 mi | 2,529 | 31% |
| Oxon Hill, MD | 2.4 mi | 3,872 | 30% |
| Belle Haven, VA | 3.1 mi | 1,148 | 17% |
| Hillcrest Heights, MD | 3.2 mi | 3,119 | 26% |
| Temple Hills, MD | 3.4 mi | 1,177 | 39% |
Hospitals near Forest Heights
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Medical Center | Washington, DC | 2.2 mi | 3 of 5 | (202) 574-6000 |
| Adventist Healthcare Fort Washington Medical Ctr | Fort Washington, MD | 3.5 mi | 4 of 5 | (301) 292-7000 |
| Inova Mount Vernon Hospital | Alexandria, VA | 5.1 mi | 4 of 5 | (703) 664-7105 |
| Inova Alexandria Hospital | Alexandria, VA | 5.9 mi | 5 of 5 | (703) 504-3167 |
Home health agencies serving Forest Heights
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Americare In Home Nursing | Fort Washington, MD | 3.5 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (800) 296-9002 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Columbia, MD | 29 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (410) 997-5257 |
| Amedisys Home Health Care | Largo, MD | 12 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (301) 322-6023 |
| Adventist Home Health Services, Inc. | Silver Spring, MD | 18 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (301) 592-4400 |
| Adoration Home Health Marlboro | Upper Marlboro, MD | 12 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (301) 899-6070 |
| Community Home Health Of Maryland | Towson, MD | 47 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (410) 356-1600 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Forest Heights. 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 Heights
At the Maryland median aide wage of $18.29 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,585 a month in wages, which is 32% of the $4,959 monthly median income of Forest Heights households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Maryland'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.
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Post-Surgery Care in Forest Heights: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Forest Heights?
United Medical Center in Washington, about 2.2 mi in a straight line from the center of Forest Heights (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (202) 574-6000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Forest Heights?
Medicare lists 11 certified agencies whose service area includes Forest Heights ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Americare In Home Nursing (5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (5 of 5), Amedisys Home Health Care (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Forest Heights?
At the Maryland median aide wage of $18.29 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,585 a month in wages, which is 32% of the $4,959 monthly median income of Forest Heights households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Maryland'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.
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Other care in Forest Heights
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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