Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Massillon, OH
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 Massillon for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Massillon, OH: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Mercy Medical Center in Canton, about 5.6 mi away in a straight line, followed by Aultman Hospital (5.7 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 37 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Massillon. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Massillon compared with Stark County and Ohio
| Census figure | Massillon | Stark County | Ohio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 33% | 30% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 20% | 21% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 33% | 30% | 32% |
| Households with no vehicle | 6.9% | 6.7% | 7.5% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.1% | 2.5% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 9.8% | 8.4% | 10% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $45,198 | $54,099 | — |
Older residents in towns around Massillon
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perry Heights, OH | 3.1 mi | 1,510 | 46% |
| Richville, OH | 3.8 mi | 835 | 44% |
| Reedurban, OH | 4.8 mi | 960 | 34% |
| Canal Fulton, OH | 8.1 mi | 1,125 | 41% |
| Canton, OH | 8.4 mi | 10,940 | 35% |
| North Canton, OH | 9.1 mi | 4,606 | 31% |
Hospitals near Massillon
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercy Medical Center | Canton, OH | 5.6 mi | 3 of 5 | (330) 489-1111 |
| Aultman Hospital | Canton, OH | 5.7 mi | 4 of 5 | (330) 363-9911 |
| Aultman Orrville Hospital | Orrville, OH | 14 mi | not rated | (330) 682-3010 |
| Union Hospital | Dover, OH | 18 mi | 3 of 5 | (330) 343-3311 |
Home health agencies serving Massillon
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northeast Professional Home Care | Canton, OH | 6.2 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (330) 966-2311 |
| Centerwell Home Health Ii | Solon, OH | 42 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (419) 232-1800 |
| Elara Caring | Mentor, OH | 63 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (330) 864-5714 |
| Guardian Angel Home Care And Hospice Of Akron | Akron, OH | 14 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (330) 493-4707 |
| Enhabit Home Health | Uniontown, OH | 14 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (330) 409-7877 |
| Summa Home Health And Hospice LLC | Akron, OH | 22 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (330) 375-3000 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Massillon. 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 Massillon
At the Ohio median aide wage of $16.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,436 a month in wages, which is 38% of the $3,767 monthly median income of Massillon households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Ohio's minimum wage is $11.00 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 Massillon: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Massillon?
Mercy Medical Center in Canton, about 5.6 mi in a straight line from the center of Massillon (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (330) 489-1111. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Massillon?
Medicare lists 37 certified agencies whose service area includes Massillon ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Northeast Professional Home Care (4.5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health Ii (4.5 of 5), Elara Caring (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Massillon?
At the Ohio median aide wage of $16.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,436 a month in wages, which is 38% of the $3,767 monthly median income of Massillon households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Ohio's minimum wage is $11.00 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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