Post-Surgery Home Care in Ironwood, MI

Local figures

Post-Surgery Care in Ironwood, MI: the local picture

0.9 mi

to the nearest hospital with an emergency department (Ironwood)

2

Medicare-certified home health agencies list Ironwood ZIP codes in their service area

38%

of residents 65+ report a disability (32% in Gogebic County)

1,376

residents 65 or older (28% of Ironwood)

The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Aspirus Ironwood Hospital in Ironwood, about 0.9 mi away in a straight line, followed by Tamarack Health Ashland Medical Center (29 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.

Medicare lists 2 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Ironwood. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.

Ironwood compared with Gogebic County and Michigan

Census figure	Ironwood	Gogebic County	Michigan
Residents 65+ with a disability	38%	32%	32%
Residents 65 or older	28%	29%	19%
Residents 65+ in households who live alone	42%	31%	29%
Households with no vehicle	13%	7.6%	7.0%
Residents 85 or older	4.7%	3.2%	2.1%
Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.)	17%	12%	9.9%
Median income, households headed by someone 65+	$28,203	$43,192	—

Hospitals near Ironwood

Hospital with an emergency department	Town	Distance	CMS overall rating	Phone
Aspirus Ironwood Hospital	Ironwood, MI	0.9 mi	not rated	(906) 932-2525
Tamarack Health Ashland Medical Center	Ashland, WI	29 mi	3 of 5	(715) 685-5500
Flambeau Hospital	Park Falls, WI	38 mi	3 of 5	(715) 762-7500

Home health agencies serving Ironwood

Agency	Office	Distance	CMS quality stars	Services listed	Phone
Aspirus At Home	Hancock, MI	89 mi	4.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(906) 337-5700
Avanti Home Care	Ashland, WI	29 mi	4 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides	(715) 682-9500

Straight-line miles from the center of Ironwood. 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 Ironwood

At the Michigan median aide wage of $16.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,459 a month in wages, which is 62% of the $2,350 monthly median income of Ironwood households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Michigan's minimum wage is $13.73 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026), rising to $15.00 on January 1, 2027.

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.

CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.

Questions

Post-Surgery Care in Ironwood: common questions

Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Ironwood?

Aspirus Ironwood Hospital in Ironwood, about 0.9 mi in a straight line from the center of Ironwood (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (906) 932-2525. In an emergency, call 911.

Which home health agencies serve Ironwood?

Medicare lists 2 certified agencies whose service area includes Ironwood ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Aspirus At Home (4.5 of 5), Avanti Home Care (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.

How much does post-surgery care cost in Ironwood?

At the Michigan median aide wage of $16.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,459 a month in wages, which is 62% of the $2,350 monthly median income of Ironwood households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Michigan's minimum wage is $13.73 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026), rising to $15.00 on January 1, 2027.

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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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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