Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Lake Arthur, 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 Lake Arthur for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Lake Arthur, LA: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Ochsner American Legion Hospital in Jennings, about 9.8 mi away in a straight line, followed by Acadia General Hospital (20 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 Lake Arthur. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Lake Arthur compared with Jefferson Davis Parish and Louisiana
| Census figure | Lake Arthur | Jefferson Davis Parish | Louisiana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 68% | 43% | 38% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 17% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 41% | 30% | 31% |
| Households with no vehicle | 7.5% | 5.5% | 8.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.3% | 1.7% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 39% | 12% | 15% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $20,521 | $37,933 | — |
Older residents in towns around Lake Arthur
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jennings, LA | 10 mi | 2,148 | 39% |
| Welsh, LA | 13 mi | 570 | 67% |
| Crowley, LA | 20 mi | 1,997 | 44% |
| Iowa, LA | 23 mi | 639 | 35% |
| Kaplan, LA | 24 mi | 685 | 24% |
| Rayne, LA | 27 mi | 959 | 45% |
Hospitals near Lake Arthur
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ochsner American Legion Hospital | Jennings, LA | 9.8 mi | 2 of 5 | (337) 616-7000 |
| Acadia General Hospital | Crowley, LA | 20 mi | 3 of 5 | (337) 783-3222 |
| Abrom Kaplan Memorial Hospital | Kaplan, LA | 24 mi | not rated | (337) 643-8300 |
| Abbeville General Hospital | Abbeville, LA | 28 mi | 3 of 5 | (337) 893-5466 |
Home health agencies serving Lake Arthur
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lamm Family Care Home Health | Crowley, LA | 20 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (337) 783-0000 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Jennings, LA | 9.8 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (337) 616-3077 |
| Elara Caring | Jennings, LA | 9.8 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (337) 824-5453 |
| Jeff Davis Md Homecare | Jennings, LA | 9.8 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (337) 824-1188 |
| Allegiance Home Health Of East Central Louisiana | Ville Platte, LA | 49 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (337) 467-8080 |
| Vitalcaring Group | Basile, LA | 30 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (337) 432-5986 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Lake Arthur. 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 Lake Arthur
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 55% of the $1,710 monthly median income of Lake Arthur 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 Lake Arthur: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Lake Arthur?
Ochsner American Legion Hospital in Jennings, about 9.8 mi in a straight line from the center of Lake Arthur (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (337) 616-7000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Lake Arthur?
Medicare lists 11 certified agencies whose service area includes Lake Arthur ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Lamm Family Care Home Health (5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (4.5 of 5), Elara Caring (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Lake Arthur?
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 55% of the $1,710 monthly median income of Lake Arthur 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 (small-place figures carry wide margins of error); 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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