Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Hamburg, AR
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 Hamburg for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Hamburg, AR: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Ashley County Medical Center in Crossett, about 13 mi away in a straight line, followed by Baptist Health Medical Center-Drew County (28 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 6 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Hamburg. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Hamburg compared with Ashley County and Arkansas
| Census figure | Hamburg | Ashley County | Arkansas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 57% | 50% | 40% |
| Residents 65 or older | 11% | 22% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 52% | 34% | 29% |
| Households with no vehicle | 10% | 8.8% | 5.9% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.2% | 2.7% | 1.8% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 30% | 15% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $23,750 | $33,649 | — |
Older residents in towns around Hamburg
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Crossett, AR | 8.5 mi | 491 | 56% |
| Crossett, AR | 12 mi | 1,173 | 56% |
| Monticello, AR | 28 mi | 1,405 | 38% |
| Warren, AR | 31 mi | 804 | 53% |
| Bastrop, LA | 32 mi | 1,255 | 39% |
| McGehee, AR | 36 mi | 438 | 48% |
Hospitals near Hamburg
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashley County Medical Center | Crossett, AR | 13 mi | 4 of 5 | (870) 364-4111 |
| Baptist Health Medical Center-Drew County | Monticello, AR | 28 mi | 2 of 5 | (870) 367-2411 |
| Chicot Memorial Medical Center | Lake Village, AR | 31 mi | not rated | (870) 265-5351 |
| Morehouse General Hospital | Bastrop, LA | 31 mi | 2 of 5 | (318) 283-3600 |
Home health agencies serving Hamburg
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kindred At Home | Monticello, AR | 28 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy | (870) 412-4610 |
| Acmc Family Home Health | Crossett, AR | 13 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (870) 364-5555 |
| Chicot Memorial Medical Center Home Health Agenc | Lake Village, AR | 31 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (870) 265-9300 |
| Baptist Health Home Health Network-Drew County | Monticello, AR | 28 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, home health aides | (870) 367-1154 |
| Aaa Southeast AR Drew Co | Monticello, AR | 28 mi | not rated | nursing, physical therapy, home health aides | (870) 367-9873 |
| Area Agency On Aging Of Se AR Inc | Star City, AR | 50 mi | not rated | nursing, physical therapy, home health aides | (870) 543-6300 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Hamburg. 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 Hamburg
At the Arkansas median aide wage of $13.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,153 a month in wages, which is 58% of the $1,979 monthly median income of Hamburg households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Arkansas's minimum wage is $11.00 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 Hamburg: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Hamburg?
Ashley County Medical Center in Crossett, about 13 mi in a straight line from the center of Hamburg (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (870) 364-4111. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Hamburg?
Medicare lists 6 certified agencies whose service area includes Hamburg ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Kindred At Home (5 of 5), Acmc Family Home Health (3.5 of 5), Chicot Memorial Medical Center Home Health Agenc (3 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Hamburg?
At the Arkansas median aide wage of $13.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,153 a month in wages, which is 58% of the $1,979 monthly median income of Hamburg households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Arkansas's minimum wage is $11.00 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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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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