Post-Surgery Home Care in Maquoketa, IA

Local figures

Post-Surgery Care in Maquoketa, IA: the local picture

1.4 mi

to the nearest hospital with an emergency department (Maquoketa)

8

Medicare-certified home health agencies list Maquoketa ZIP codes in their service area

36%

of residents 65+ report a disability (29% in Jackson County)

1,336

residents 65 or older (22% of Maquoketa)

The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Jackson County Regional Health Center in Maquoketa, about 1.4 mi away in a straight line, followed by Mercyone Genesis Dewitt Medical Center (18 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.

Medicare lists 8 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Maquoketa. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.

Maquoketa compared with Jackson County and Iowa

Census figure	Maquoketa	Jackson County	Iowa
Residents 65+ with a disability	36%	29%	30%
Residents 65 or older	22%	22%	18%
Residents 65+ in households who live alone	33%	28%	31%
Households with no vehicle	9.9%	5.2%	5.4%
Residents 85 or older	3.9%	2.8%	2.3%
Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.)	5.1%	8.9%	8.4%
Median income, households headed by someone 65+	$54,083	$53,293	—

Older residents in towns around Maquoketa

Town	Distance	Residents 65+	65+ with a disability
DeWitt, IA	18 mi	894	29%
Clinton, IA	26 mi	5,189	29%
Savanna, IL	27 mi	680	45%
Camanche, IA	27 mi	889	29%
Galena, IL	28 mi	1,117	19%
Monticello, IA	29 mi	913	36%

Hospitals near Maquoketa

Hospital with an emergency department	Town	Distance	CMS overall rating	Phone
Jackson County Regional Health Center	Maquoketa, IA	1.4 mi	not rated	(563) 652-2474
Mercyone Genesis Dewitt Medical Center	Dewitt, IA	18 mi	not rated	(563) 659-4200
Mercyone Clinton Medical Center	Clinton, IA	28 mi	4 of 5	(563) 244-5555
Midwest Medical Center	Galena, IL	28 mi	not rated	(815) 777-1340

Home health agencies serving Maquoketa

Agency	Office	Distance	CMS quality stars	Services listed	Phone
Mercyone Des Moines Home Care	Des Moines, IA	156 mi	4 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(515) 643-8383
Above And Beyond Home Health	Monticello, IA	30 mi	3.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(319) 465-3059
Unitypoint At Home	Dubuque, IA	31 mi	3.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(563) 583-5833
Genesis Vna	Bettendorf, IA	36 mi	3 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(563) 421-5080
Angels Care Home Health Of Iowa	Davenport, IA	35 mi	2.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(563) 332-7129
In-Home Care Connection Home Health Services	Moline, IL	40 mi	2.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(309) 764-7477

Straight-line miles from the center of Maquoketa. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.

What it covers

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

Cost

What post-surgery care costs in Maquoketa

At the Iowa median aide wage of $17.34 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,503 a month in wages, which is 33% of the $4,507 monthly median income of Maquoketa households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Iowa's minimum wage is $7.25 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.

Before you hire

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.

CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.

Questions

Post-Surgery Care in Maquoketa: common questions

Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Maquoketa?

Jackson County Regional Health Center in Maquoketa, about 1.4 mi in a straight line from the center of Maquoketa (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (563) 652-2474. In an emergency, call 911.

Which home health agencies serve Maquoketa?

Medicare lists 8 certified agencies whose service area includes Maquoketa ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Mercyone Des Moines Home Care (4 of 5), Above And Beyond Home Health (3.5 of 5), Unitypoint At Home (3.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.

How much does post-surgery care cost in Maquoketa?

At the Iowa median aide wage of $17.34 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,503 a month in wages, which is 33% of the $4,507 monthly median income of Maquoketa households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Iowa's minimum wage is $7.25 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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