Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Hicksville, 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 Hicksville for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Hicksville, OH: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Paulding County Hospital in Paulding, about 15 mi away in a straight line, followed by Parkview Dekalb Hospital (15 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 Hicksville. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Hicksville compared with Defiance County and Ohio
| Census figure | Hicksville | Defiance County | Ohio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 39% | 34% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 17% | 20% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 41% | 25% | 32% |
| Households with no vehicle | 6.2% | 5.0% | 7.5% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.4% | 1.9% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.4% | 7.0% | 10% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $43,516 | $56,510 | — |
Older residents in towns around Hicksville
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Butler, IN | 11 mi | 413 | 40% |
| Paulding, OH | 14 mi | 611 | 35% |
| Leo-Cedarville, IN | 14 mi | 411 | 37% |
| Auburn, IN | 16 mi | 2,397 | 35% |
| Bryan, OH | 17 mi | 2,281 | 39% |
| Garrett, IN | 19 mi | 1,106 | 49% |
Hospitals near Hicksville
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paulding County Hospital | Paulding, OH | 15 mi | not rated | (419) 399-4080 |
| Parkview Dekalb Hospital | Auburn, IN | 15 mi | 3 of 5 | (260) 925-4600 |
| Parkview Regional Medical Center | Fort Wayne, IN | 20 mi | 3 of 5 | (260) 266-1195 |
| Orthopaedic Hospital At Parkview North | Fort Wayne, IN | 20 mi | not rated | (260) 672-5000 |
Home health agencies serving Hicksville
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elara Caring | Toledo, OH | 65 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (419) 536-6748 |
| Ohioans Home Healthcare, Inc | Perrysburg, OH | 63 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (419) 843-4422 |
| Community Health Professionals, Inc | Van Wert, OH | 31 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (419) 238-9223 |
| Fountain Park Home Care, LLC | Van Wert, OH | 31 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (419) 238-3133 |
| Interim Healthcare Of Lima | Lima, OH | 54 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (419) 228-2535 |
| Richard Health Systems, LLC | Toledo, OH | 62 mi | not rated | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides | (419) 534-2371 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Hicksville. 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 Hicksville
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 40% of the $3,626 monthly median income of Hicksville 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 Hicksville: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Hicksville?
Paulding County Hospital in Paulding, about 15 mi in a straight line from the center of Hicksville (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (419) 399-4080. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Hicksville?
Medicare lists 6 certified agencies whose service area includes Hicksville ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Elara Caring (4.5 of 5), Ohioans Home Healthcare, Inc (4 of 5), Community Health Professionals, Inc (3.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Hicksville?
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 40% of the $3,626 monthly median income of Hicksville 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 Bryan, OH
- Post-Surgery Care in Garrett, IN
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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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