Post-Surgery Care in Graham, TX: Help at Home After Surgery

Local figures

Post-Surgery Care in Graham, TX: the local picture

0.3 mi

to the nearest hospital with an emergency department (Graham)

14

Medicare-certified home health agencies list Graham ZIP codes in their service area

47%

of residents 65+ report a disability (38% in Young County)

1,758

residents 65 or older (20% of Graham)

The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Graham Regional Medical Center in Graham, about 0.3 mi away in a straight line, followed by Hamilton Hospital (20 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 Graham. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.

Graham compared with Young County and Texas

Census figure	Graham	Young County	Texas
Residents 65+ with a disability	47%	38%	35%
Residents 65 or older	20%	21%	13%
Residents 65+ in households who live alone	42%	34%	25%
Households with no vehicle	8.3%	6.8%	5.4%
Residents 85 or older	2.9%	2.4%	1.4%
Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.)	4.7%	9.4%	12%
Median income, households headed by someone 65+	$41,125	$51,150	—

Older residents in towns around Graham

Town	Distance	Residents 65+	65+ with a disability
Olney, TX	21 mi	472	36%
Jacksboro, TX	26 mi	532	34%
Breckenridge, TX	31 mi	676	40%
Mineral Wells, TX	35 mi	2,474	51%
Ranger, TX	44 mi	429	34%
Bridgeport, TX	47 mi	551	17%

Hospitals near Graham

Hospital with an emergency department	Town	Distance	CMS overall rating	Phone
Graham Regional Medical Center	Graham, TX	0.3 mi	not rated	(940) 549-3400
Hamilton Hospital	Olney, TX	20 mi	not rated	(940) 564-5521
Faith Community Hospital	Jacksboro, TX	25 mi	not rated	(940) 567-6633
Stephens Memorial Hospital	Breckenridge, TX	31 mi	not rated	(254) 559-2241

Home health agencies serving Graham

Agency	Office	Distance	CMS quality stars	Services listed	Phone
1ST Texas Home Health	Wichita Falls, TX	53 mi	4.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides	(940) 763-9500
Healing Hands Healthcare LLC	Wichita Falls, TX	56 mi	4.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(940) 432-0588
Above & Beyond Home Health & Rehab	Fort Worth, TX	74 mi	4.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(866) 406-2273
Centerwell Home Health	Plano, TX	110 mi	4.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(817) 514-8284
Beyondfaith Homecare & Rehab Of Graham LLC	Graham, TX	0.3 mi	4 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(940) 521-0300
Angels Care Home Health	Wichita Falls, TX	53 mi	4 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work	(940) 322-1391

Straight-line miles from the center of Graham. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.

What it covers

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

Cost

What post-surgery care costs in Graham

At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $3,427 monthly median income of Graham households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas'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 STAR+PLUS in Texas: using consumer directed services to pay a family caregiver.

Before you hire

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.

Questions

Post-Surgery Care in Graham: common questions

Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Graham?

Graham Regional Medical Center in Graham, about 0.3 mi in a straight line from the center of Graham (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (940) 549-3400. In an emergency, call 911.

Which home health agencies serve Graham?

Medicare lists 14 certified agencies whose service area includes Graham ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include 1ST Texas Home Health (4.5 of 5), Healing Hands Healthcare LLC (4.5 of 5), Above & Beyond Home Health & Rehab (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.

How much does post-surgery care cost in Graham?

At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $3,427 monthly median income of Graham households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas'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.

Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Graham, TX