Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Fort Dix, NJ
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Post-Surgery Care in Fort Dix, NJ: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Virtua Mount Holly Hospital in Mount Holly, about 9.5 mi away in a straight line, followed by Virtua Willingboro Hospital (15 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 2 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Fort Dix. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Fort Dix compared with Burlington County and New Jersey
| Census figure | Fort Dix | Burlington County | New Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65 or older | 3.0% | 18% | 17% |
| Households with no vehicle | 0.8% | 4.3% | 11% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.0% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
Older residents in towns around Fort Dix
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| McGuire AFB, NJ | 2.0 mi | 85 | 84% |
| Browns Mills, NJ | 3.2 mi | 1,797 | 43% |
| Pemberton Heights, NJ | 4.7 mi | 437 | 47% |
| Country Lake Estates, NJ | 5.5 mi | 456 | 27% |
| Leisuretowne, NJ | 9.3 mi | 2,357 | 32% |
| Bordentown, NJ | 11 mi | 773 | 34% |
Hospitals near Fort Dix
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virtua Mount Holly Hospital | Mount Holly, NJ | 9.5 mi | 3 of 5 | (609) 267-0700 |
| Virtua Willingboro Hospital | Willingboro, NJ | 15 mi | 3 of 5 | (609) 835-2900 |
| Lower Bucks Hospital | Bristol, PA | 15 mi | 3 of 5 | (215) 785-9200 |
| Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital At Hamilton | Hamilton, NJ | 16 mi | 4 of 5 | (609) 586-7900 |
Home health agencies serving Fort Dix
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayada Home Health Care, Inc | Pennsauken, NJ | 23 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (856) 354-2022 |
| Virtua Home Care At West Jersey | Marlton, NJ | 18 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (856) 581-7200 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Fort Dix. 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 Fort Dix
At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 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 Fort Dix: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Fort Dix?
Virtua Mount Holly Hospital in Mount Holly, about 9.5 mi in a straight line from the center of Fort Dix (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (609) 267-0700. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Fort Dix?
Medicare lists 2 certified agencies whose service area includes Fort Dix ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Bayada Home Health Care, Inc (4 of 5), Virtua Home Care At West Jersey (3 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Fort Dix?
At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 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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Post-Surgery Care in nearby cities
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- Post-Surgery Care in Leisuretowne, NJ
- Post-Surgery Care in Bordentown, NJ
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Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year (small-place figures carry wide margins of error); 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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