Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Kettering, MD
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 Kettering for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Kettering, MD: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is University Of Md Capital Region Medical Center in Upper Marlboro, about 2.0 mi away in a straight line, followed by Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Ctr, Inc (6.4 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 13 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Kettering. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Kettering compared with Prince George's County and Maryland
| Census figure | Kettering | Prince George's County | Maryland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 23% | 29% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 25% | 15% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 39% | 26% | 27% |
| Households with no vehicle | 6.9% | 9.2% | 8.8% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.9% | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.0% | 9.4% | 9.5% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $79,883 | $82,366 | — |
Older residents in towns around Kettering
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Largo, MD | 2.2 mi | 1,807 | 23% |
| Brown Station, MD | 2.4 mi | 814 | 28% |
| Woodmore, MD | 2.4 mi | 902 | 17% |
| Lake Arbor, MD | 2.6 mi | 3,121 | 31% |
| Mitchellville, MD | 3.4 mi | 2,468 | 30% |
| Brock Hall, MD | 3.5 mi | 1,490 | 21% |
Hospitals near Kettering
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Of Md Capital Region Medical Center | Upper Marlboro, MD | 2.0 mi | 1 of 5 | (301) 618-2000 |
| Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Ctr, Inc | Lanham, MD | 6.4 mi | 3 of 5 | (301) 552-8118 |
| Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital Center | Clinton, MD | 11 mi | 2 of 5 | (301) 868-8000 |
| United Medical Center | Washington, DC | 12 mi | 3 of 5 | (202) 574-6000 |
Home health agencies serving Kettering
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Americare In Home Nursing | Fort Washington, MD | 14 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (800) 296-9002 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Columbia, MD | 22 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (410) 997-5257 |
| Amedisys Home Health Care | Largo, MD | 2.0 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (301) 322-6023 |
| Holy Cross Home Care And Hospice | Silver Spring, MD | 15 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (301) 754-4663 |
| Adventist Home Health Services, Inc. | Silver Spring, MD | 17 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (301) 592-4400 |
| Adoration Home Health Marlboro | Upper Marlboro, MD | 2.0 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (301) 899-6070 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Kettering. 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 Kettering
At the Maryland median aide wage of $18.29 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,585 a month in wages, which is 24% of the $6,657 monthly median income of Kettering households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Maryland's minimum wage is $15.00 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.
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 Kettering: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Kettering?
University Of Md Capital Region Medical Center in Upper Marlboro, about 2.0 mi in a straight line from the center of Kettering (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (301) 618-2000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Kettering?
Medicare lists 13 certified agencies whose service area includes Kettering ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Americare In Home Nursing (5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (5 of 5), Amedisys Home Health Care (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Kettering?
At the Maryland median aide wage of $18.29 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,585 a month in wages, which is 24% of the $6,657 monthly median income of Kettering households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Maryland's minimum wage is $15.00 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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