Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Liberty City, TX
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 Liberty City for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Liberty City, TX: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Longview Regional Medical Center in Longview, about 12 mi away in a straight line, followed by Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center (13 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 9 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Liberty City. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Liberty City compared with Gregg County and Texas
| Census figure | Liberty City | Gregg County | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 45% | 36% | 35% |
| Residents 65 or older | 26% | 16% | 13% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 23% | 30% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 0.0% | 4.6% | 5.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.5% | 2.1% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 13% | 9.9% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $49,097 | $52,858 | — |
Older residents in towns around Liberty City
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kilgore, TX | 6.2 mi | 1,550 | 28% |
| Gladewater, TX | 6.3 mi | 942 | 36% |
| White Oak, TX | 7.5 mi | 753 | 47% |
| Longview, TX | 12 mi | 13,805 | 35% |
| Lake Cherokee, TX | 18 mi | 1,114 | 27% |
| Gilmer, TX | 19 mi | 886 | 45% |
Hospitals near Liberty City
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longview Regional Medical Center | Longview, TX | 12 mi | 3 of 5 | (903) 758-1818 |
| Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center | Longview, TX | 13 mi | 4 of 5 | (903) 927-6712 |
| University Of Texas Health Science Center At Tyler | Tyler, TX | 16 mi | 4 of 5 | (903) 877-7777 |
| UT Health East Texas Henderson Hospital | Henderson, TX | 19 mi | 5 of 5 | (903) 657-7541 |
Home health agencies serving Liberty City
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lifecare Health Services | Longview, TX | 9.8 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (903) 297-9300 |
| Accentcare Home Health Of Texas | Longview, TX | 12 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (903) 758-0794 |
| Onesource Home Care Inc | Longview, TX | 12 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (903) 248-2530 |
| Highland Park Senior Care | Longview, TX | 13 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (903) 753-1000 |
| Angels Care Home Health | Palestine, TX | 63 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (903) 729-2201 |
| Elite Home Health | Longview, TX | 13 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (903) 212-3990 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Liberty 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 Liberty City
At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 25% of the $4,091 monthly median income of Liberty City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas'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 STAR+PLUS in Texas: using consumer directed services to pay a family 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 Liberty City: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Liberty City?
Longview Regional Medical Center in Longview, about 12 mi in a straight line from the center of Liberty City (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (903) 758-1818. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Liberty City?
Medicare lists 9 certified agencies whose service area includes Liberty City ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Lifecare Health Services (4.5 of 5), Accentcare Home Health Of Texas (4 of 5), Onesource Home Care Inc (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Liberty City?
At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 25% of the $4,091 monthly median income of Liberty City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas'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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Post-Surgery Care in nearby cities
- Post-Surgery Care in Kilgore, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Gladewater, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in White Oak, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Longview, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Lake Cherokee, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Gilmer, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Henderson, TX
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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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