Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Heath, OH
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 Heath for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Heath, OH: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Licking Memorial Hospital in Newark, about 4.1 mi away in a straight line, followed by Mount Carmel East & West (21 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 38 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Heath. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Heath compared with Licking County and Ohio
| Census figure | Heath | Licking County | Ohio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 35% | 35% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 23% | 17% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 31% | 27% | 32% |
| Households with no vehicle | 6.0% | 5.2% | 7.5% |
| Residents 85 or older | 4.4% | 1.9% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.6% | 8.4% | 10% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $44,595 | $57,019 | — |
Older residents in towns around Heath
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newark, OH | 3.6 mi | 8,750 | 38% |
| Granville, OH | 4.1 mi | 1,174 | 31% |
| Hebron, OH | 4.5 mi | 371 | 57% |
| Buckeye Lake, OH | 6.2 mi | 468 | 48% |
| Beechwood Trails, OH | 11 mi | 610 | 23% |
| Pataskala, OH | 15 mi | 2,973 | 33% |
Hospitals near Heath
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Licking Memorial Hospital | Newark, OH | 4.1 mi | 2 of 5 | (740) 348-4000 |
| Mount Carmel East & West | Columbus, OH | 21 mi | 2 of 5 | (614) 234-5000 |
| Fairfield Medical Center | Lancaster, OH | 23 mi | 2 of 5 | (740) 687-8000 |
| Diley Ridge Medical Center | Canal Winchester, OH | 23 mi | not rated | (614) 838-7911 |
Home health agencies serving Heath
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health Ii | Mount Vernon, OH | 25 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (614) 397-2225 |
| Angels Care Home Health | Gahanna, OH | 23 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (614) 847-9400 |
| American Nursing Care, Inc | Zanesville, OH | 24 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (740) 452-0569 |
| Mount Carmel Home Care | Columbus, OH | 21 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (614) 234-0100 |
| Home Health Connection, Inc | Lancaster, OH | 23 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (614) 839-4545 |
| Genesis Home Care | Zanesville, OH | 24 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (740) 452-5458 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Heath. 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 Heath
At the Ohio median aide wage of $16.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,436 a month in wages, which is 39% of the $3,716 monthly median income of Heath households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Ohio'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 Heath: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Heath?
Licking Memorial Hospital in Newark, about 4.1 mi in a straight line from the center of Heath (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (740) 348-4000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Heath?
Medicare lists 38 certified agencies whose service area includes Heath ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health Ii (4.5 of 5), Angels Care Home Health (4 of 5), American Nursing Care, Inc (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Heath?
At the Ohio median aide wage of $16.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,436 a month in wages, which is 39% of the $3,716 monthly median income of Heath households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Ohio'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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Post-Surgery Care in nearby cities
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- Post-Surgery Care in Buckeye Lake, OH
- Post-Surgery Care in Beechwood Trails, OH
- Post-Surgery Care in Pataskala, OH
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- Post-Surgery Care in Lancaster, OH
- Post-Surgery Care in Zanesville, OH
- Post-Surgery Care in Gahanna, OH
- Post-Surgery Care in Canal Winchester, OH
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Other care in Heath
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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