Post-Surgery Home Care in Jamestown, ND

Local figures

Post-Surgery Care in Jamestown, ND: the local picture

2.7 mi

to the nearest hospital with an emergency department (Jamestown)

2

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

38%

of residents 65+ report a disability (34% in Stutsman County)

3,200

residents 65 or older (20% of Jamestown)

The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Jamestown Regional Medical Center in Jamestown, about 2.7 mi away in a straight line, followed by Chi Mercy Health (33 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 Jamestown. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.

Jamestown compared with Stutsman County and North Dakota

Census figure	Jamestown	Stutsman County	North Dakota
Residents 65+ with a disability	38%	34%	31%
Residents 65 or older	20%	20%	17%
Residents 65+ in households who live alone	46%	39%	33%
Households with no vehicle	8.1%	6.6%	5.9%
Residents 85 or older	4.0%	3.4%	2.2%
Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.)	17%	14%	9.9%
Median income, households headed by someone 65+	$34,774	$39,936	—

Hospitals near Jamestown

Hospital with an emergency department	Town	Distance	CMS overall rating	Phone
Jamestown Regional Medical Center	Jamestown, ND	2.7 mi	4 of 5	(701) 252-1050
Chi Mercy Health	Valley City, ND	33 mi	5 of 5	(701) 845-6400
Carrington Health Center	Carrington, ND	39 mi	not rated	(701) 652-3141

Home health agencies serving Jamestown

Agency	Office	Distance	CMS quality stars	Services listed	Phone
Chi Health At Home - Hha	Valley City, ND	33 mi	3.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(701) 845-6550
Jamestown Regional Medical Center Home Health	Jamestown, ND	2.7 mi	2.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(701) 952-4847

Straight-line miles from the center of Jamestown. 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 Jamestown

At the North Dakota median aide wage of $18.96 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,643 a month in wages, which is 57% of the $2,898 monthly median income of Jamestown households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. North Dakota'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.

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 Jamestown: common questions

Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Jamestown?

Jamestown Regional Medical Center in Jamestown, about 2.7 mi in a straight line from the center of Jamestown (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (701) 252-1050. In an emergency, call 911.

Which home health agencies serve Jamestown?

Medicare lists 2 certified agencies whose service area includes Jamestown ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Chi Health At Home - Hha (3.5 of 5), Jamestown Regional Medical Center Home Health (2.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.

How much does post-surgery care cost in Jamestown?

At the North Dakota median aide wage of $18.96 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,643 a month in wages, which is 57% of the $2,898 monthly median income of Jamestown households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. North Dakota'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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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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