Post-Surgery Care in Maynard, MA: Help at Home After Surgery

Local figures

Post-Surgery Care in Maynard, MA: the local picture

4.7 mi

to the nearest hospital with an emergency department (W Concord)

20

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

26%

of residents 65+ report a disability (28% in Middlesex County)

1,950

residents 65 or older (18% of Maynard)

The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Emerson Hospital - in W Concord, about 4.7 mi away in a straight line, followed by Marlborough Hospital (6.8 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.

Medicare lists 20 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Maynard. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.

Maynard compared with Middlesex County and Massachusetts

Census figure	Maynard	Middlesex County	Massachusetts
Residents 65+ with a disability	26%	28%	30%
Residents 65 or older	18%	16%	18%
Residents 65+ in households who live alone	26%	28%	29%
Households with no vehicle	4.6%	10%	12%
Residents 85 or older	2.0%	2.0%	2.2%
Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.)	13%	9.2%	11%
Median income, households headed by someone 65+	$71,853	$78,342	—

Older residents in towns around Maynard

Town	Distance	Residents 65+	65+ with a disability
West Concord, MA	3.2 mi	1,469	16%
Hudson, MA	6.0 mi	3,369	37%
Marlborough, MA	7.0 mi	6,203	28%
Littleton Common, MA	7.5 mi	568	18%
Framingham, MA	8.2 mi	10,923	29%
Cochituate, MA	8.6 mi	1,267	25%

Hospitals near Maynard

Hospital with an emergency department	Town	Distance	CMS overall rating	Phone
Emerson Hospital -	W Concord, MA	4.7 mi	5 of 5	(978) 369-1400
Marlborough Hospital	Marlborough, MA	6.8 mi	2 of 5	(508) 481-5000
Metrowest Medical Center	Framingham, MA	8.8 mi	1 of 5	(508) 383-1000
Nashoba Valley Medical Center	Ayer, MA	11 mi	not rated	(978) 784-9000

Home health agencies serving Maynard

Agency	Office	Distance	CMS quality stars	Services listed	Phone
Elara Caring	Braintree, MA	28 mi	5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(617) 969-7517
Metrowest Homecare And Hospice, An Amedisys Company	Marlborough, MA	6.8 mi	4.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work	(508) 383-7000
Centerwell Home Health	Marlborough, MA	6.8 mi	4.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy	(508) 481-4930
Pivot Point Homecare Services LLC	Westborough, MA	14 mi	4.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(508) 873-1358
Preferred Transitions Home Health Care Inc	Milford, MA	19 mi	4.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(978) 352-6640
Emerson Hospital Home Care Program	Concord, MA	4.7 mi	4 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work	(978) 287-8300

Straight-line miles from the center of Maynard. 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 Maynard

At the Massachusetts median aide wage of $19.67 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,705 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $5,988 monthly median income of Maynard households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Massachusetts'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.

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 Maynard: common questions

Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Maynard?

Emerson Hospital - in W Concord, about 4.7 mi in a straight line from the center of Maynard (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (978) 369-1400. In an emergency, call 911.

Which home health agencies serve Maynard?

Medicare lists 20 certified agencies whose service area includes Maynard ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Elara Caring (5 of 5), Metrowest Homecare And Hospice, An Amedisys Company (4.5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.

How much does post-surgery care cost in Maynard?

At the Massachusetts median aide wage of $19.67 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,705 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $5,988 monthly median income of Maynard households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Massachusetts'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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