Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Lynwood, IL
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 Lynwood for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Lynwood, IL: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Franciscan Health Dyer in Dyer, about 2.9 mi away in a straight line, followed by Community Hospital (3.4 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 226 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Lynwood. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Lynwood compared with Cook County and Illinois
| Census figure | Lynwood | Cook County | Illinois |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 37% | 32% | 32% |
| Residents 65 or older | 20% | 16% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 35% | 32% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 9.8% | 18% | 11% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.4% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 11% | 13% | 10% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $62,688 | $56,774 | — |
Older residents in towns around Lynwood
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sauk Village, IL | 2.5 mi | 1,024 | 30% |
| Dyer, IN | 2.7 mi | 4,196 | 21% |
| Munster, IN | 2.9 mi | 4,918 | 24% |
| Lansing, IL | 2.9 mi | 4,442 | 33% |
| Glenwood, IL | 3.4 mi | 1,669 | 40% |
| Chicago Heights, IL | 4.4 mi | 3,820 | 30% |
Hospitals near Lynwood
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franciscan Health Dyer | Dyer, IN | 2.9 mi | 2 of 5 | (219) 865-2141 |
| Community Hospital | Munster, IN | 3.4 mi | 3 of 5 | (219) 836-1600 |
| Franciscan Health Munster | Munster, IN | 3.4 mi | 3 of 5 | (219) 922-4200 |
| Franciscan Health Olympia & Chicago Heights | Olympia Fields, IL | 6.4 mi | 3 of 5 | (708) 747-4000 |
Home health agencies serving Lynwood
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compassionate Professional Home Care, Inc | Lansing, IL | 3.0 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (708) 832-8206 |
| Accord Home Health Services, Inc | Tinley Park, IL | 14 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (708) 481-6604 |
| Sunny Hill Home Health Care, Inc | Oak Lawn, IL | 17 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (708) 424-7025 |
| Mhn My Home Nurses | Chicago, IL | 20 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (708) 801-8662 |
| Home Care Experts | Burr Ridge, IL | 25 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (224) 500-2625 |
| Valentine Home Health Care, Inc | Lemont, IL | 25 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (630) 440-1316 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Lynwood. 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 Lynwood
At the Illinois median aide wage of $18.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,586 a month in wages, which is 30% of the $5,224 monthly median income of Lynwood households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Illinois's minimum wage is $15.00 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 Lynwood: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Lynwood?
Franciscan Health Dyer in Dyer, about 2.9 mi in a straight line from the center of Lynwood (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (219) 865-2141. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Lynwood?
Medicare lists 226 certified agencies whose service area includes Lynwood ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Compassionate Professional Home Care, Inc (5 of 5), Accord Home Health Services, Inc (5 of 5), Sunny Hill Home Health Care, Inc (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Lynwood?
At the Illinois median aide wage of $18.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,586 a month in wages, which is 30% of the $5,224 monthly median income of Lynwood households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Illinois's minimum wage is $15.00 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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