Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Massac, KY
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 Massac for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Massac, KY: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Mercy Health - Lourdes Hospital in Paducah, about 5.1 mi away in a straight line, followed by Baptist Health Paducah (5.1 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 3 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Massac. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Massac compared with McCracken County and Kentucky
| Census figure | Massac | McCracken County | Kentucky |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 31% | 33% | 39% |
| Residents 65 or older | 14% | 20% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 18% | 30% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.1% | 6.2% | 6.8% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.7% | 2.0% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.2% | 10% | 13% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $71,156 | $46,834 | — |
Older residents in towns around Massac
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hendron, KY | 2.2 mi | 1,456 | 40% |
| Paducah, KY | 3.5 mi | 4,744 | 35% |
| Farley, KY | 6.3 mi | 927 | 44% |
| Metropolis, IL | 8.1 mi | 1,415 | 34% |
| Reidland, KY | 8.9 mi | 966 | 35% |
| Calvert City, KY | 16 mi | 474 | 45% |
Hospitals near Massac
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercy Health - Lourdes Hospital | Paducah, KY | 5.1 mi | 3 of 5 | (270) 444-2444 |
| Baptist Health Paducah | Paducah, KY | 5.1 mi | 4 of 5 | (270) 575-2100 |
| Massac Memorial Hospital | Metropolis, IL | 10 mi | 2 of 5 | (618) 524-2176 |
| Jackson Purchase Medical Center | Mayfield, KY | 21 mi | 1 of 5 | (270) 251-4585 |
Home health agencies serving Massac
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Murray, KY | 36 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (270) 753-1434 |
| Mercy Health - Home Care, Paducah | Paducah, KY | 5.1 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (270) 600-0417 |
| Baptist Health Home Care KY, LLC Dba Baptist Home Health Care | Louisville, KY | 186 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (502) 454-5656 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Massac. 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 Massac
At the Kentucky median aide wage of $17.52 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,518 a month in wages, which is 26% of the $5,930 monthly median income of Massac households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Kentucky'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 How to get paid to care for a family member in Kentucky: Participant Directed Services.
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 Massac: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Massac?
Mercy Health - Lourdes Hospital in Paducah, about 5.1 mi in a straight line from the center of Massac (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (270) 444-2444. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Massac?
Medicare lists 3 certified agencies whose service area includes Massac ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (4.5 of 5), Mercy Health - Home Care, Paducah (3.5 of 5), Baptist Health Home Care KY, LLC Dba Baptist Home Health Care (3.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Massac?
At the Kentucky median aide wage of $17.52 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,518 a month in wages, which is 26% of the $5,930 monthly median income of Massac households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Kentucky'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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Post-Surgery Care in nearby cities
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- Post-Surgery Care in Metropolis, IL
- Post-Surgery Care in Reidland, KY
- Post-Surgery Care in Calvert City, KY
- Post-Surgery Care in Mayfield, KY
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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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