Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Jennings, 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 Jennings for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Jennings, LA: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Ochsner American Legion Hospital in Jennings, about 0.3 mi away in a straight line, followed by Acadia General Hospital (17 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 20 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Jennings. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Jennings compared with Jefferson Davis Parish and Louisiana
| Census figure | Jennings | Jefferson Davis Parish | Louisiana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 39% | 43% | 38% |
| Residents 65 or older | 22% | 17% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 32% | 30% | 31% |
| Households with no vehicle | 9.4% | 5.5% | 8.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.8% | 1.7% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 13% | 12% | 15% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $38,050 | $37,933 | — |
Older residents in towns around Jennings
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welsh, LA | 9.2 mi | 570 | 67% |
| Lake Arthur, LA | 10 mi | 397 | 68% |
| Crowley, LA | 17 mi | 1,997 | 44% |
| Iowa, LA | 21 mi | 639 | 35% |
| Eunice, LA | 23 mi | 1,627 | 40% |
| Rayne, LA | 23 mi | 959 | 45% |
Hospitals near Jennings
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ochsner American Legion Hospital | Jennings, LA | 0.3 mi | 2 of 5 | (337) 616-7000 |
| Acadia General Hospital | Crowley, LA | 17 mi | 3 of 5 | (337) 783-3222 |
| Allen Parish Hospital | Kinder, LA | 21 mi | not rated | (337) 738-9489 |
| Acadian Medical Center | Eunice, LA | 25 mi | 3 of 5 | (337) 580-7903 |
Home health agencies serving Jennings
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lamm Family Care Home Health | Crowley, LA | 17 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (337) 783-0000 |
| Allegiance Home Health Of South Louisiana | Eunice, LA | 25 mi | 5 of 5 | — | (337) 576-2978 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Jennings, LA | 0.3 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (337) 616-3077 |
| Jeff Davis Md Homecare | Jennings, LA | 0.3 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (337) 824-1188 |
| Elara Caring | Jennings, LA | 0.3 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (337) 824-5453 |
| Amedisys Home Health | Lafayette, LA | 36 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (337) 989-6913 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Jennings. 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 Jennings
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 30% of the $3,171 monthly median income of Jennings 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 Jennings: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Jennings?
Ochsner American Legion Hospital in Jennings, about 0.3 mi in a straight line from the center of Jennings (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (337) 616-7000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Jennings?
Medicare lists 20 certified agencies whose service area includes Jennings ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Lamm Family Care Home Health (5 of 5), Allegiance Home Health Of South Louisiana (5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Jennings?
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 30% of the $3,171 monthly median income of Jennings 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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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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