Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Jena, LA
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 Jena for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Jena, LA: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Hardtner Medical Center in Olla, about 14 mi away in a straight line, followed by Citizens Medical Center (29 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 10 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Jena. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Jena compared with LaSalle Parish and Louisiana
| Census figure | Jena | LaSalle Parish | Louisiana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 43% | 48% | 38% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 17% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 22% | 24% | 31% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.1% | 6.7% | 8.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 8.1% | 12% | 15% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $53,263 | $45,727 | — |
Older residents in towns around Jena
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ball, LA | 25 mi | 389 | 42% |
| Pineville, LA | 29 mi | 2,456 | 44% |
| Ferriday, LA | 34 mi | 424 | 40% |
| Alexandria, LA | 34 mi | 7,531 | 44% |
| Winnfield, LA | 34 mi | 440 | 47% |
| Marksville, LA | 39 mi | 766 | 54% |
Hospitals near Jena
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardtner Medical Center | Olla, LA | 14 mi | not rated | (318) 495-3131 |
| Citizens Medical Center | Columbia, LA | 29 mi | 3 of 5 | (318) 649-6106 |
| Winn Parish Medical Center | Winnfield, LA | 34 mi | not rated | (318) 648-3000 |
| Christus St Frances Cabrini Hospital | Alexandria, LA | 34 mi | 3 of 5 | (318) 487-1122 |
Home health agencies serving Jena
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elara Caring | Alexandria, LA | 34 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (318) 442-2197 |
| Louisiana Homecare Of Miss-Lou | Ferriday, LA | 34 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (318) 336-2323 |
| Stat Home Health-Central | Alexandria, LA | 35 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (318) 561-7778 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Alexandria, LA | 35 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (318) 487-6700 |
| Amedisys Home Health Services | Alexandria, LA | 35 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (318) 445-2846 |
| Haven Home Health Inc | Monroe, LA | 60 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (318) 324-8632 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Jena. 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 Jena
At the Louisiana median aide wage of $10.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $939 a month in wages, which is 21% of the $4,439 monthly median income of Jena households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Louisiana has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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 Jena: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Jena?
Hardtner Medical Center in Olla, about 14 mi in a straight line from the center of Jena (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (318) 495-3131. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Jena?
Medicare lists 10 certified agencies whose service area includes Jena ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Elara Caring (4.5 of 5), Louisiana Homecare Of Miss-Lou (4.5 of 5), Stat Home Health-Central (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Jena?
At the Louisiana median aide wage of $10.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $939 a month in wages, which is 21% of the $4,439 monthly median income of Jena households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Louisiana has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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 Winnfield, LA
- Post-Surgery Care in Marksville, LA
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Other care in Jena
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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