Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in London, 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 London for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in London, OH: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Madison Health in London, about 0.6 mi away in a straight line, followed by Doctors Hospital (17 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 31 certified home health agencies whose service area includes London. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
London compared with Madison County and Ohio
| Census figure | London | Madison County | Ohio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 45% | 36% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 19% | 16% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 29% | 24% | 32% |
| Households with no vehicle | 5.3% | 3.3% | 7.5% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.5% | 1.6% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 13% | 7.7% | 10% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $45,801 | $58,408 | — |
Older residents in towns around London
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Jefferson, OH | 7.9 mi | 929 | 29% |
| Lake Darby, OH | 13 mi | 482 | 33% |
| Lincoln Village, OH | 17 mi | 1,308 | 47% |
| Plain City, OH | 17 mi | 590 | 44% |
| Hilliard, OH | 18 mi | 4,376 | 29% |
| Grove City, OH | 18 mi | 7,979 | 30% |
Hospitals near London
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Health | London, OH | 0.6 mi | 3 of 5 | (740) 845-7000 |
| Doctors Hospital | Columbus, OH | 17 mi | 4 of 5 | (614) 544-2136 |
| Dublin Methodist Hospital | Dublin, OH | 21 mi | 4 of 5 | (614) 544-8000 |
| Mount Carmel Dublin | Dublin, OH | 21 mi | not rated | (380) 898-9000 |
Home health agencies serving London
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Community Mercy Home Care, LLC | Springfield, OH | 21 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (937) 328-5113 |
| Buckeye Home Health Care, LLC | Dayton, OH | 43 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (937) 291-3780 |
| Fidelity Health Care | Moraine, OH | 44 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (937) 208-6412 |
| Aspire Home Healthcare Of Ohio | Dublin, OH | 21 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (614) 408-0104 |
| Gem City Home Care | Dublin, OH | 23 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (614) 588-0228 |
| Healthpro Homecare And Staffing | Gahanna, OH | 32 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides | (614) 864-7340 |
Straight-line miles from the center of London. 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 London
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 38% of the $3,817 monthly median income of London 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 London: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to London?
Madison Health in London, about 0.6 mi in a straight line from the center of London (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (740) 845-7000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve London?
Medicare lists 31 certified agencies whose service area includes London ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Community Mercy Home Care, LLC (4.5 of 5), Buckeye Home Health Care, LLC (4.5 of 5), Fidelity Health Care (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in London?
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 38% of the $3,817 monthly median income of London 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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Post-Surgery Care in nearby cities
- Post-Surgery Care in West Jefferson, OH
- Post-Surgery Care in Lake Darby, OH
- Post-Surgery Care in Lincoln Village, OH
- Post-Surgery Care in Plain City, OH
- Post-Surgery Care in Hilliard, OH
- Post-Surgery Care in Grove City, OH
- Post-Surgery Care in Springfield, OH
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Other care in London
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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