Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Headland, AL
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 Headland for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Headland, AL: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Flowers Hospital in Dothan, about 9.3 mi away in a straight line, followed by Southeast Health Medical Center (14 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 7 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Headland. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Headland compared with Henry County and Alabama
| Census figure | Headland | Henry County | Alabama |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 35% | 46% | 38% |
| Residents 65 or older | 16% | 24% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 31% | 32% | 29% |
| Households with no vehicle | 5.3% | 7.5% | 5.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.3% | 2.1% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 19% | 16% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $49,329 | $41,764 | — |
Older residents in towns around Headland
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dothan, AL | 8.9 mi | 13,436 | 36% |
| Taylor, AL | 15 mi | 358 | 39% |
| Abbeville, AL | 16 mi | 995 | 45% |
| Ozark, AL | 18 mi | 3,213 | 40% |
| Fort Rucker, AL | 21 mi | 28 | 0.0% |
| Daleville, AL | 21 mi | 968 | 36% |
Hospitals near Headland
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flowers Hospital | Dothan, AL | 9.3 mi | 2 of 5 | (334) 793-5000 |
| Southeast Health Medical Center | Dothan, AL | 14 mi | 4 of 5 | (334) 793-8701 |
| Dale Medical Center | Ozark, AL | 18 mi | not rated | (334) 774-2601 |
| Lifebrite Community Hospital Of Early | Blakely, GA | 25 mi | not rated | (229) 723-4241 |
Home health agencies serving Headland
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Dothan, AL | 6.5 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (334) 944-2290 |
| Adoration Home Health | Vicksburg, MS | 329 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (601) 619-3670 |
| Amedisys Home Health | Dothan, AL | 6.5 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (866) 205-0818 |
| Enhabit Home Health | Dothan, AL | 12 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (334) 793-5758 |
| Southeast Alabama Homecare | Dothan, AL | 14 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (334) 794-0591 |
| Alabama Department Of Public Health Home Care | Montgomery, AL | 90 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (334) 206-5341 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Headland. 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 Headland
At the Alabama median aide wage of $13.39 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,160 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $4,111 monthly median income of Headland households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Alabama has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Post-Surgery Care in Headland: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Headland?
Flowers Hospital in Dothan, about 9.3 mi in a straight line from the center of Headland (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (334) 793-5000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Headland?
Medicare lists 7 certified agencies whose service area includes Headland ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (4.5 of 5), Adoration Home Health (4.5 of 5), Amedisys Home Health (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Headland?
At the Alabama median aide wage of $13.39 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,160 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $4,111 monthly median income of Headland households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Alabama has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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.
More senior care near Headland
Post-Surgery Care in nearby cities
- Post-Surgery Care in Dothan, AL
- Post-Surgery Care in Taylor, AL
- Post-Surgery Care in Abbeville, AL
- Post-Surgery Care in Ozark, AL
- Post-Surgery Care in Fort Rucker, AL
- Post-Surgery Care in Daleville, AL
- Post-Surgery Care in Blakely, GA
- Post-Surgery Care in Hartford, AL
- Post-Surgery Care in Enterprise, AL
- Post-Surgery Care in Donalsonville, GA
- Post-Surgery Care in Geneva, AL
- Post-Surgery Care in Eufaula, AL
- Post-Surgery Care in Marianna, FL
- Post-Surgery Care in Chipley, FL
- Post-Surgery Care in Elba, AL
- Post-Surgery Care in Cuthbert, GA
Other care in Headland
- Companion Care in Headland
- Dementia Care in Headland
- Respite Care in Headland
- Live-In Caregivers in Headland
- Senior Transportation in Headland
- Home Health Aides in Headland
- Nursing Assistants in Headland
- Personal Care in Headland
- Overnight Caregivers in Headland
- 24-Hour Home Care in Headland
- Mobility Assistance in Headland
- Parkinson’s Care in Headland
- Stroke Recovery Support in Headland
- Disability Care for Adults in Headland
- Hospice Support in Headland
- Senior Meal Preparation in Headland
- Senior Housekeeping in Headland
- Medication Reminders in Headland
- Veterans’ Home Care in Headland
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.
Find post-surgery care in Headland
Posting is free and takes about ten minutes. Caregivers near Headland can see it as soon as it is live.
Create your free family accountLooking for caregiving work instead? Create a free caregiver profile.
