Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Lake City, AR
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 City for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Lake City, AR: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is St Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro, about 14 mi away in a straight line, followed by Arkansas Methodist Medical Center (17 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 6 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Lake City. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Lake City compared with Craighead County and Arkansas
| Census figure | Lake City | Craighead County | Arkansas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 60% | 44% | 40% |
| Residents 65 or older | 17% | 14% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 46% | 33% | 29% |
| Households with no vehicle | 6.7% | 6.4% | 5.9% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.7% | 1.7% | 1.8% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 6.3% | 11% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $42,391 | $47,075 | — |
Older residents in towns around Lake City
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookland, AR | 8.5 mi | 302 | 55% |
| Trumann, AR | 11 mi | 1,214 | 59% |
| Jonesboro, AR | 13 mi | 11,363 | 43% |
| Paragould, AR | 16 mi | 4,624 | 42% |
| Manila, AR | 17 mi | 551 | 41% |
| Bono, AR | 20 mi | 172 | 53% |
Hospitals near Lake City
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bernards Medical Center | Jonesboro, AR | 14 mi | 1 of 5 | (870) 972-4100 |
| Arkansas Methodist Medical Center | Paragould, AR | 17 mi | 2 of 5 | (870) 239-7000 |
| Baptist Memorial Hospital Jonesboro, Inc. | Jonesboro, AR | 18 mi | 3 of 5 | (870) 972-7000 |
| South Mississippi County Regional Medical Center | Osceola, AR | 28 mi | not rated | (870) 563-7000 |
Home health agencies serving Lake City
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Paragould, AR | 17 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, speech therapy | (870) 236-1716 |
| St Bernards Home Care | Jonesboro, AR | 14 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (870) 207-7400 |
| Trinity North Home Health LLC | Jonesboro, AR | 14 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy | (870) 932-7463 |
| Elite Home Health | Jonesboro, AR | 14 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (870) 520-6034 |
| AR Meth Med Ctr Hh | Paragould, AR | 17 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (870) 239-7152 |
| Home Health Professionals & Hospice | Jonesboro, AR | 14 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (870) 932-7630 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Lake City. 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 City
At the Arkansas median aide wage of $13.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,153 a month in wages, which is 33% of the $3,533 monthly median income of Lake City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Arkansas's minimum wage is $11.00 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 Lake City: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Lake City?
St Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro, about 14 mi in a straight line from the center of Lake City (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (870) 972-4100. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Lake City?
Medicare lists 6 certified agencies whose service area includes Lake City ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (4.5 of 5), St Bernards Home Care (3.5 of 5), Trinity North Home Health LLC (3 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Lake City?
At the Arkansas median aide wage of $13.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,153 a month in wages, which is 33% of the $3,533 monthly median income of Lake City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Arkansas's minimum wage is $11.00 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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Post-Surgery Care in nearby cities
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- Post-Surgery Care in Jonesboro, AR
- Post-Surgery Care in Paragould, AR
- Post-Surgery Care in Manila, AR
- Post-Surgery Care in Bono, AR
- Post-Surgery Care in Osceola, AR
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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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