Haskell, Arkansas

Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Haskell, 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 Haskell for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.

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Local figures

Post-Surgery Care in Haskell, AR: the local picture

3.2 mi
to the nearest hospital with an emergency department (Benton)
12
Medicare-certified home health agencies list Haskell ZIP codes in their service area
39%
of residents 65+ report a disability (35% in Saline County)
537
residents 65 or older (13% of Haskell)

The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Saline Memorial Hospital in Benton, about 3.2 mi away in a straight line, followed by Arkansas Heart Hospital-Encore (6.6 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.

Medicare lists 12 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Haskell. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.

Haskell compared with Saline County and Arkansas

Census figureHaskellSaline CountyArkansas
Residents 65+ with a disability39%35%40%
Residents 65 or older13%18%18%
Residents 65+ in households who live alone28%21%29%
Households with no vehicle2.3%3.2%5.9%
Residents 85 or older2.7%1.6%1.8%
Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.)12%6.4%12%

Older residents in towns around Haskell

TownDistanceResidents 65+65+ with a disability
Benton, AR6.1 mi5,89242%
Salem, AR9.6 mi75931%
Bryant, AR11 mi2,89438%
Alexander, AR13 mi29931%
Malvern, AR14 mi2,03443%
Shannon Hills, AR16 mi71955%

Hospitals near Haskell

Hospital with an emergency departmentTownDistanceCMS overall ratingPhone
Saline Memorial HospitalBenton, AR3.2 mi3 of 5(501) 776-6000
Arkansas Heart Hospital-EncoreBryant, AR6.6 mi2 of 5(501) 213-4500
Baptist Health Medical Center-Hot Springs CountyMalvern, AR15 minot rated(501) 332-1000
National Park Medical CenterHot Springs, AR18 mi2 of 5(501) 321-1000

Home health agencies serving Haskell

AgencyOfficeDistanceCMS quality starsServices listedPhone
Chi St Vincent Hot Springs Health At HomeHot Springs National, AR24 mi4 of 5nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides(501) 318-6800
Center Well Home HealthHot Springs, AR24 mi4 of 5nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides(501) 525-5888
Uams Health-Home HealthSearcy, AR72 mi4 of 5nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides(501) 268-2292
Saline Memorial Home HealthBryant, AR11 mi3.5 of 5nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides(501) 943-1160
Care Iv Home HealthHot Springs, AR18 mi3.5 of 5nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides(501) 623-5656
Centerwell Home HealthLittle Rock, AR20 mi3.5 of 5nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides(501) 223-8310

Straight-line miles from the center of Haskell. 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 Haskell

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. 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.

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.

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Questions

Post-Surgery Care in Haskell: common questions

Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Haskell?

Saline Memorial Hospital in Benton, about 3.2 mi in a straight line from the center of Haskell (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (501) 776-6000. In an emergency, call 911.

Which home health agencies serve Haskell?

Medicare lists 12 certified agencies whose service area includes Haskell ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Chi St Vincent Hot Springs Health At Home (4 of 5), Center Well Home Health (4 of 5), Uams Health-Home Health (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.

How much does post-surgery care cost in Haskell?

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. 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.

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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