Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Madera Acres, 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 Madera Acres for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Madera Acres, CA: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Madera Community Hospital in Madera, about 5.0 mi away in a straight line, followed by Valley Children's Hospital (12 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 59 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Madera Acres. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Madera Acres compared with Madera County and California
| Census figure | Madera Acres | Madera County | California |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 44% | 39% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 14% | 16% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 20% | 21% | 23% |
| Households with no vehicle | 1.3% | 5.0% | 7.1% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 22% | 14% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $59,896 | $64,480 | — |
Older residents in towns around Madera Acres
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madera, CA | 3.3 mi | 6,515 | 50% |
| Parksdale, CA | 5.6 mi | 279 | 51% |
| Bonadelle Ranchos, CA | 11 mi | 828 | 27% |
| Chowchilla, CA | 11 mi | 1,898 | 41% |
| Madera Ranchos, CA | 13 mi | 777 | 44% |
| Kerman, CA | 20 mi | 1,610 | 43% |
Hospitals near Madera Acres
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madera Community Hospital | Madera, CA | 5.0 mi | not rated | (559) 706-8226 |
| Valley Children's Hospital | Madera, CA | 12 mi | not rated | (559) 353-5116 |
| Saint Agnes Medical Center | Fresno, CA | 20 mi | 2 of 5 | (559) 450-3000 |
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Fresno | Fresno, CA | 20 mi | 4 of 5 | (559) 448-4500 |
Home health agencies serving Madera Acres
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ardent Home Health Of Fresno | Fresno, CA | 22 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (559) 408-5945 |
| Telfair Home Health Care | Glendale, CA | 221 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (818) 539-5244 |
| 1ST Choice Home Healthcare Fresno Inc | Fresno, CA | 22 mi | 4.5 of 5 | — | — |
| Progressive Home Health Care | Modesto, CA | 66 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (209) 505-1035 |
| Arming Home Health, Inc | San Fernando, CA | 210 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (818) 361-4000 |
| Blossom Home Health | Fresno, CA | 19 mi | 4 of 5 | — | (559) 430-5895 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Madera Acres. 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 Madera Acres
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 29% of the $4,991 monthly median income of Madera Acres 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 Madera Acres: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Madera Acres?
Madera Community Hospital in Madera, about 5.0 mi in a straight line from the center of Madera Acres (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (559) 706-8226. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Madera Acres?
Medicare lists 59 certified agencies whose service area includes Madera Acres ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Ardent Home Health Of Fresno (5 of 5), Telfair Home Health Care (5 of 5), 1ST Choice Home Healthcare Fresno Inc (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Madera Acres?
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 29% of the $4,991 monthly median income of Madera Acres 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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