Post-Surgery Home Care in Jefferson, OH

Local figures

Post-Surgery Care in Jefferson, OH: the local picture

9.0 mi

to the nearest hospital with an emergency department (Ashtabula)

14

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

27%

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

961

residents 65 or older (27% of Jefferson)

The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Ashtabula County Medical Center in Ashtabula, about 9.0 mi away in a straight line, followed by Uhhs Memorial Hospital Of Geneva (10 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.

Medicare lists 14 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Jefferson. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.

Jefferson compared with Ashtabula County and Ohio

Census figure	Jefferson	Ashtabula County	Ohio
Residents 65+ with a disability	27%	32%	33%
Residents 65 or older	27%	20%	18%
Residents 65+ in households who live alone	39%	31%	32%
Households with no vehicle	3.2%	7.8%	7.5%
Residents 85 or older	6.0%	2.1%	2.1%
Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.)	0.0%	12%	10%
Median income, households headed by someone 65+	$27,179	$44,746	—

Older residents in towns around Jefferson

Town	Distance	Residents 65+	65+ with a disability
Edgewood, OH	9.6 mi	847	33%
Ashtabula, OH	9.9 mi	3,400	32%
Geneva, OH	10 mi	1,565	28%
North Kingsville, OH	14 mi	818	29%
Madison, OH	15 mi	678	35%
North Madison, OH	16 mi	1,751	42%

Hospitals near Jefferson

Hospital with an emergency department	Town	Distance	CMS overall rating	Phone
Ashtabula County Medical Center	Ashtabula, OH	9.0 mi	3 of 5	(440) 997-2262
Uhhs Memorial Hospital Of Geneva	Geneva, OH	10 mi	4 of 5	(440) 415-0151
University Hospitals Conneaut Medical Center	Conneaut, OH	17 mi	4 of 5	(440) 593-1131
Lake Health	Concord, OH	22 mi	3 of 5	(440) 953-9600

Home health agencies serving Jefferson

Agency	Office	Distance	CMS quality stars	Services listed	Phone
Elara Caring	Mentor, OH	30 mi	4.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(330) 864-5714
Residence Home Care LLC	North Olmsted, OH	63 mi	4.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(440) 262-5952
Tlc Home Healthcare LLC	Warren, OH	35 mi	4 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(330) 647-6199
Capital Health Home Care	Ashtabula, OH	9.0 mi	3.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(440) 964-0444
Ohio Living Home Health Greater Cleveland	Willoughby, OH	34 mi	3.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(440) 953-1256
University Hospital Home Care Services, Inc	Warrensville Hts, OH	45 mi	3.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(216) 844-4336

Straight-line miles from the center of Jefferson. 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 Jefferson

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 63% of the $2,265 monthly median income of Jefferson 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.

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 Jefferson: common questions

Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Jefferson?

Ashtabula County Medical Center in Ashtabula, about 9.0 mi in a straight line from the center of Jefferson (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (440) 997-2262. In an emergency, call 911.

Which home health agencies serve Jefferson?

Medicare lists 14 certified agencies whose service area includes Jefferson ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Elara Caring (4.5 of 5), Residence Home Care LLC (4.5 of 5), Tlc Home Healthcare LLC (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.

How much does post-surgery care cost in Jefferson?

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 63% of the $2,265 monthly median income of Jefferson 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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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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