Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Loma Linda, CA
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 Loma Linda for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Loma Linda, CA: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Loma Linda University Medical Center in Loma Linda, about 0.7 mi away in a straight line, followed by Loma Linda Va Medical Center (0.9 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 163 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Loma Linda. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Loma Linda compared with San Bernardino County and California
| Census figure | Loma Linda | San Bernardino County | California |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 41% | 37% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 14% | 13% | 16% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 23% | 20% | 23% |
| Households with no vehicle | 8.2% | 4.6% | 7.1% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.3% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 18% | 13% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $63,271 | $61,795 | — |
Older residents in towns around Loma Linda
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Terrace, CA | 3.9 mi | 2,298 | 31% |
| Highgrove, CA | 4.3 mi | 511 | 31% |
| Redlands, CA | 4.4 mi | 10,905 | 34% |
| Colton, CA | 4.6 mi | 6,080 | 37% |
| Highland, CA | 6.7 mi | 6,744 | 39% |
| San Bernardino, CA | 7.3 mi | 23,974 | 44% |
Hospitals near Loma Linda
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loma Linda University Medical Center | Loma Linda, CA | 0.7 mi | 4 of 5 | (909) 558-4000 |
| Loma Linda Va Medical Center | Loma Linda, CA | 0.9 mi | 3 of 5 | (909) 825-7084 |
| Arrowhead Regional Medical Center | Colton, CA | 2.5 mi | 2 of 5 | (909) 580-1000 |
| Redlands Community Hospital | Redlands, CA | 3.8 mi | 2 of 5 | (909) 335-5500 |
Home health agencies serving Loma Linda
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Destiny Home Health Agency, Inc | Moreno Valley, CA | 6.1 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (951) 242-1365 |
| Advantage Health Systems | Riverside, CA | 7.9 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (951) 686-0003 |
| Elta Home Health Care, Inc | Van Nuys, CA | 69 mi | 5 of 5 | — | (818) 207-0450 |
| Rda Home Health Services, Inc | San Bernardino, CA | 7.7 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (661) 426-3140 |
| Affinity Home Health Care Services, Inc | Riverside, CA | 10 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (951) 785-1287 |
| Crown Home Health Corporation | Corona, CA | 20 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (951) 734-1200 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Loma Linda. 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 Loma Linda
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $5,273 monthly median income of Loma Linda households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 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 How to get paid to care for a family member in California: IHSS, VA, Paid Family Leave.
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 Loma Linda: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Loma Linda?
Loma Linda University Medical Center in Loma Linda, about 0.7 mi in a straight line from the center of Loma Linda (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (909) 558-4000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Loma Linda?
Medicare lists 163 certified agencies whose service area includes Loma Linda ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Destiny Home Health Agency, Inc (5 of 5), Advantage Health Systems (5 of 5), Elta Home Health Care, Inc (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Loma Linda?
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $5,273 monthly median income of Loma Linda households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 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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