Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Iowa Falls, IA
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 Iowa Falls for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Iowa Falls, IA: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Hansen Family Hospital in Iowa Falls, about 0.4 mi away in a straight line, followed by Franklin General Hospital (16 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 Iowa Falls. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Iowa Falls compared with Hardin County and Iowa
| Census figure | Iowa Falls | Hardin County | Iowa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 38% | 27% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 24% | 24% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 36% | 28% | 31% |
| Households with no vehicle | 9.3% | 5.3% | 5.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 5.2% | 3.4% | 2.3% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 6.3% | 6.7% | 8.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $51,000 | $54,750 | — |
Older residents in towns around Iowa Falls
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eldora, IA | 14 mi | 481 | 26% |
| Hampton, IA | 16 mi | 981 | 23% |
| Grundy Center, IA | 27 mi | 629 | 32% |
| Clarion, IA | 28 mi | 539 | 43% |
| Story City, IA | 28 mi | 722 | 26% |
| Webster City, IA | 28 mi | 1,463 | 46% |
Hospitals near Iowa Falls
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hansen Family Hospital | Iowa Falls, IA | 0.4 mi | not rated | (641) 648-4631 |
| Franklin General Hospital | Hampton, IA | 16 mi | not rated | (641) 456-5000 |
| Grundy County Memorial Hospital | Grundy Center, IA | 27 mi | not rated | (319) 824-5421 |
| Iowa Specialty Hospital - Clarion | Clarion, IA | 28 mi | not rated | (515) 532-2811 |
Home health agencies serving Iowa Falls
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Good Samaritan Society-Home Care | Indianola, IA | 85 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (515) 961-2596 |
| Mary Greeley Home Health Services | Ames, IA | 37 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (515) 239-6730 |
| Unitypoint At Home | Waterloo, IA | 48 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (319) 235-3702 |
| Iowa Home Care, L L C | West Des Moines, IA | 71 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (515) 222-9995 |
| Guthrie County Phns | Guthrie Center, IA | 85 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (641) 747-3972 |
| Greenbelt Home Care | Eldora, IA | 14 mi | 2 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (641) 939-8444 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Iowa Falls. 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 Iowa Falls
At the Iowa median aide wage of $17.34 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,503 a month in wages, which is 35% of the $4,250 monthly median income of Iowa Falls households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Iowa's minimum wage is $7.25 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 Iowa Falls: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Iowa Falls?
Hansen Family Hospital in Iowa Falls, about 0.4 mi in a straight line from the center of Iowa Falls (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (641) 648-4631. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Iowa Falls?
Medicare lists 7 certified agencies whose service area includes Iowa Falls ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Good Samaritan Society-Home Care (5 of 5), Mary Greeley Home Health Services (3.5 of 5), Unitypoint At Home (3 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Iowa Falls?
At the Iowa median aide wage of $17.34 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,503 a month in wages, which is 35% of the $4,250 monthly median income of Iowa Falls households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Iowa's minimum wage is $7.25 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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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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