Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Lakemore, OH
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 Lakemore for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Lakemore, OH: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Summa Health System in Akron, about 6.9 mi away in a straight line, followed by Akron General Medical Center (7.3 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 16 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Lakemore. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Lakemore compared with Summit County and Ohio
| Census figure | Lakemore | Summit County | Ohio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 28% | 32% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 28% | 19% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 34% | 33% | 32% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.8% | 7.9% | 7.5% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.4% | 2.3% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 9.9% | 9.2% | 10% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $41,991 | $52,212 | — |
Older residents in towns around Lakemore
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mogadore, OH | 2.2 mi | 919 | 39% |
| Uniontown, OH | 4.5 mi | 1,508 | 24% |
| Green, OH | 5.4 mi | 5,720 | 29% |
| Tallmadge, OH | 5.8 mi | 4,343 | 34% |
| Portage Lakes, OH | 6.1 mi | 1,638 | 41% |
| Hartville, OH | 6.3 mi | 734 | 28% |
Hospitals near Lakemore
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summa Health System | Akron, OH | 6.9 mi | 3 of 5 | (330) 375-3000 |
| Akron General Medical Center | Akron, OH | 7.3 mi | 5 of 5 | (330) 344-6000 |
| Summa Western Reserve Hospital | Cuyahoga Falls, OH | 9.7 mi | 3 of 5 | (330) 971-7000 |
| University Hospitals Portage Medical Center | Ravenna, OH | 14 mi | 3 of 5 | (330) 297-2300 |
Home health agencies serving Lakemore
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elara Caring | Mentor, OH | 46 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (330) 864-5714 |
| Summa Home Health And Hospice LLC | Akron, OH | 7.1 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (330) 375-3000 |
| Hometown Care | Cuyahoga Falls, OH | 8.6 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (330) 926-9844 |
| Ohio Living Home Health Greater Akron | Fairlawn, OH | 14 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (330) 873-3468 |
| Accessible Home Health Care Of Akron | Medina, OH | 24 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (330) 952-0219 |
| Mercy Medical Center Home Health & Hospice LLC | Canton, OH | 12 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (234) 203-3211 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Lakemore. 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 Lakemore
At the Ohio median aide wage of $16.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,436 a month in wages, which is 41% of the $3,499 monthly median income of Lakemore households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Ohio'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 Lakemore: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Lakemore?
Summa Health System in Akron, about 6.9 mi in a straight line from the center of Lakemore (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (330) 375-3000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Lakemore?
Medicare lists 16 certified agencies whose service area includes Lakemore ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Elara Caring (4.5 of 5), Summa Home Health And Hospice LLC (4 of 5), Hometown Care (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Lakemore?
At the Ohio median aide wage of $16.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,436 a month in wages, which is 41% of the $3,499 monthly median income of Lakemore households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Ohio'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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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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