Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in McGuire AFB, NJ
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 McGuire AFB for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in McGuire AFB, NJ: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Virtua Mount Holly Hospital in Mount Holly, about 11 mi away in a straight line, followed by Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital At Hamilton (15 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 4 certified home health agencies whose service area includes McGuire AFB. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
McGuire AFB compared with Burlington County and New Jersey
| Census figure | McGuire AFB | Burlington County | New Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 84% | 30% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 1.9% | 18% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 0.0% | 26% | 27% |
| Households with no vehicle | 0.0% | 4.3% | 11% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.3% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 0.0% | 7.2% | 9.7% |
Older residents in towns around McGuire AFB
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Dix, NJ | 2.0 mi | 240 | — |
| Browns Mills, NJ | 3.9 mi | 1,797 | 43% |
| Country Lake Estates, NJ | 6.1 mi | 456 | 27% |
| Pemberton Heights, NJ | 6.7 mi | 437 | 47% |
| Groveville, NJ | 10 mi | 820 | 24% |
| Bordentown, NJ | 11 mi | 773 | 34% |
Hospitals near McGuire AFB
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virtua Mount Holly Hospital | Mount Holly, NJ | 11 mi | 3 of 5 | (609) 267-0700 |
| Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital At Hamilton | Hamilton, NJ | 15 mi | 4 of 5 | (609) 586-7900 |
| Lower Bucks Hospital | Bristol, PA | 15 mi | 3 of 5 | (215) 785-9200 |
| Virtua Willingboro Hospital | Willingboro, NJ | 16 mi | 3 of 5 | (609) 835-2900 |
Home health agencies serving McGuire AFB
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moorestown Visiting Nurse Association | Moorestown, NJ | 20 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (856) 552-1300 |
| Visiting Nurse Association Of Central Jersey Home Care And Hospice | Toms River, NJ | 23 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (732) 818-6872 |
| Bayada Home Health Care, Inc | Pennsauken, NJ | 25 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (856) 354-2022 |
| Virtua Home Care At West Jersey | Marlton, NJ | 20 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (856) 581-7200 |
Straight-line miles from the center of McGuire AFB. 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 McGuire AFB
At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 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 McGuire AFB: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to McGuire AFB?
Virtua Mount Holly Hospital in Mount Holly, about 11 mi in a straight line from the center of McGuire AFB (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (609) 267-0700. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve McGuire AFB?
Medicare lists 4 certified agencies whose service area includes McGuire AFB ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Moorestown Visiting Nurse Association (4 of 5), Visiting Nurse Association Of Central Jersey Home Care And Hospice (4 of 5), Bayada Home Health Care, Inc (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in McGuire AFB?
At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 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 (small-place figures carry wide margins of error); 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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