Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Greendale, IN
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Post-Surgery Care in Greendale, IN: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is St Elizabeth Dearborn Hospital in Lawrenceburg, about 2.0 mi away in a straight line, followed by Mercy Health - West Hospital (13 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 8 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Greendale. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Greendale compared with Dearborn County and Indiana
| Census figure | Greendale | Dearborn County | Indiana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 36% | 35% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 19% | 19% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 52% | 30% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 11% | 4.1% | 6.2% |
| Residents 85 or older | 4.8% | 2.1% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 22% | 7.3% | 9.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $32,778 | $52,401 | — |
Older residents in towns around Greendale
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hidden Valley, IN | 1.6 mi | 691 | 41% |
| Lawrenceburg, IN | 3.7 mi | 1,195 | 48% |
| Cleves, OH | 4.9 mi | 199 | 21% |
| Bright, IN | 5.6 mi | 1,207 | 27% |
| Francisville, KY | 6.2 mi | 1,044 | 27% |
| Miami Heights, OH | 6.3 mi | 1,292 | 22% |
Hospitals near Greendale
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Elizabeth Dearborn Hospital | Lawrenceburg, IN | 2.0 mi | 5 of 5 | (812) 537-1010 |
| Mercy Health - West Hospital | Cincinnati, OH | 13 mi | 4 of 5 | (513) 215-5000 |
| St Elizabeth Florence | Florence, KY | 15 mi | 3 of 5 | (859) 212-5220 |
| Cincinnati Va Medical Center | Cincinnati, OH | 17 mi | 4 of 5 | (513) 861-3100 |
Home health agencies serving Greendale
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Elizabeth Home Care Services | Lawrenceburg, IN | 2.0 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (812) 537-8192 |
| Caring First Home Health LLC | W Harrison, IN | 11 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (812) 576-2600 |
| Personal Touch Home Care Of Indiana Inc | Lawrenceburg, IN | 2.0 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides | (812) 637-5428 |
| Tendercare Home Health Services Inc | Indianapolis, IN | 85 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides | (317) 251-0700 |
| Suburban Home Health LLC | Noblesville, IN | 89 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (800) 464-6716 |
| Interim Healthcare Of Se Indiana Inc | Columbus, IN | 59 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (812) 537-5546 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Greendale. 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 Greendale
At the Indiana median aide wage of $16.86 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,461 a month in wages, which is 53% of the $2,732 monthly median income of Greendale households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Indiana'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 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 Greendale: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Greendale?
St Elizabeth Dearborn Hospital in Lawrenceburg, about 2.0 mi in a straight line from the center of Greendale (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (812) 537-1010. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Greendale?
Medicare lists 8 certified agencies whose service area includes Greendale ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include St Elizabeth Home Care Services (4.5 of 5), Caring First Home Health LLC (4.5 of 5), Personal Touch Home Care Of Indiana Inc (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Greendale?
At the Indiana median aide wage of $16.86 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,461 a month in wages, which is 53% of the $2,732 monthly median income of Greendale households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Indiana'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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Post-Surgery Care in nearby cities
- Post-Surgery Care in Hidden Valley, IN
- Post-Surgery Care in Lawrenceburg, IN
- Post-Surgery Care in Cleves, OH
- Post-Surgery Care in Bright, IN
- Post-Surgery Care in Francisville, KY
- Post-Surgery Care in Miami Heights, OH
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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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