Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Kaukauna, WI
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 Kaukauna for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Kaukauna, WI: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Ascension NE Wisconsin - St Elizabeth Campus in Appleton, about 5.1 mi away in a straight line, followed by Thedacare Regional Medical Center - Appleton Inc (6.6 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 11 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Kaukauna. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Kaukauna compared with Outagamie County and Wisconsin
| Census figure | Kaukauna | Outagamie County | Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 41% | 30% | 28% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 17% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 42% | 30% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 6.3% | 4.1% | 6.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.2% | 2.0% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 11% | 7.2% | 9.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $39,939 | $55,393 | — |
Older residents in towns around Kaukauna
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined Locks, WI | 2.5 mi | 719 | 19% |
| Little Chute, WI | 2.9 mi | 1,696 | 28% |
| Kimberly, WI | 3.7 mi | 1,274 | 40% |
| Wrightstown, WI | 5.6 mi | 592 | 22% |
| Harrison, WI | 6.1 mi | 1,607 | 18% |
| Appleton, WI | 6.1 mi | 12,420 | 33% |
Hospitals near Kaukauna
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascension NE Wisconsin - St Elizabeth Campus | Appleton, WI | 5.1 mi | 4 of 5 | (920) 738-2000 |
| Thedacare Regional Medical Center - Appleton Inc | Appleton, WI | 6.6 mi | 4 of 5 | (920) 731-4101 |
| Thedacare Regional Med Ctr - Neenah | Neenah, WI | 13 mi | 4 of 5 | (920) 729-3100 |
| Childrens Hospital Of Wisconsin Fox Valley | Neenah, WI | 13 mi | not rated | (920) 969-7900 |
Home health agencies serving Kaukauna
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascension At Home | Neenah, WI | 13 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (920) 727-2000 |
| Aurora At Home | Green Bay, WI | 22 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (920) 288-5100 |
| Preceptor Home Health | Germantown, WI | 74 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (262) 293-3951 |
| Prn Home Health And Therapy, LLC | Appleton, WI | 5.1 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (920) 830-9911 |
| Bellin Home Health Agency | Green Bay, WI | 19 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (920) 432-5434 |
| Aveanna Home Health | Waupaca, WI | 42 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (715) 258-2130 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Kaukauna. 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 Kaukauna
At the Wisconsin median aide wage of $17.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,514 a month in wages, which is 45% of the $3,328 monthly median income of Kaukauna households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Wisconsin'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 IRIS in Wisconsin: how a family member gets paid as a caregiver.
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 Kaukauna: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Kaukauna?
Ascension NE Wisconsin - St Elizabeth Campus in Appleton, about 5.1 mi in a straight line from the center of Kaukauna (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (920) 738-2000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Kaukauna?
Medicare lists 11 certified agencies whose service area includes Kaukauna ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Ascension At Home (4.5 of 5), Aurora At Home (4.5 of 5), Preceptor Home Health (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Kaukauna?
At the Wisconsin median aide wage of $17.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,514 a month in wages, which is 45% of the $3,328 monthly median income of Kaukauna households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Wisconsin'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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