Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Lucas Valley-Marinwood, 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 Lucas Valley-Marinwood for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Lucas Valley-Marinwood, CA: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Kaiser Foundation Hospital in San Rafael, about 0.7 mi away in a straight line, followed by Novato Community Hospital (5.2 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 45 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Lucas Valley-Marinwood. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Lucas Valley-Marinwood compared with Marin County and California
| Census figure | Lucas Valley-Marinwood | Marin County | California |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 20% | 24% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 27% | 24% | 16% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 30% | 30% | 23% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.5% | 4.9% | 7.1% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.5% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.2% | 7.5% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $144,453 | $107,563 | — |
Older residents in towns around Lucas Valley-Marinwood
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sleepy Hollow, CA | 2.1 mi | 788 | 25% |
| Novato, CA | 3.4 mi | 12,612 | 27% |
| Fairfax, CA | 3.7 mi | 1,735 | 27% |
| San Anselmo, CA | 4.1 mi | 2,745 | 18% |
| Santa Venetia, CA | 4.7 mi | 1,238 | 38% |
| Ross, CA | 5.4 mi | 491 | 16% |
Hospitals near Lucas Valley-Marinwood
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital | San Rafael, CA | 0.7 mi | 4 of 5 | (415) 444-2000 |
| Novato Community Hospital | Novato, CA | 5.2 mi | 5 of 5 | (415) 209-1300 |
| Marinhealth Medical Center | Greenbrae, CA | 6.8 mi | 5 of 5 | (415) 925-7900 |
| Sonoma Valley Hospital | Sonoma, CA | 18 mi | 2 of 5 | (707) 935-5000 |
Home health agencies serving Lucas Valley-Marinwood
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A1 Pro Home Health Inc. | San Leandro, CA | 32 mi | 5 of 5 | — | (510) 738-0888 |
| Care In Touch Home Health Agency | Fremont, CA | 48 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (510) 651-8500 |
| Silverline Staff Home Health | Fremont, CA | 48 mi | 5 of 5 | — | (925) 476-5350 |
| Caringhand Home Health Solutions, Inc | Sacramento, CA | 65 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (916) 476-3205 |
| Atta Home Healthcare | Modesto, CA | 92 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (510) 598-6355 |
| Allegro Home Health, Inc | Larkspur, CA | 7.5 mi | 4.5 of 5 | — | (415) 508-4289 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Lucas Valley-Marinwood. 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 Lucas Valley-Marinwood
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 12% of the $12,038 monthly median income of Lucas Valley-Marinwood 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 Lucas Valley-Marinwood: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Lucas Valley-Marinwood?
Kaiser Foundation Hospital in San Rafael, about 0.7 mi in a straight line from the center of Lucas Valley-Marinwood (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (415) 444-2000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Lucas Valley-Marinwood?
Medicare lists 45 certified agencies whose service area includes Lucas Valley-Marinwood ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include A1 Pro Home Health Inc. (5 of 5), Care In Touch Home Health Agency (5 of 5), Silverline Staff Home Health (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Lucas Valley-Marinwood?
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 12% of the $12,038 monthly median income of Lucas Valley-Marinwood 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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