Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Melbourne, FL
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 Melbourne for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Melbourne, FL: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Orlando Health Melbourne Hospital in Melbourne, about 2.0 mi away in a straight line, followed by Holmes Regional Medical Center (3.9 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 39 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Melbourne. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Melbourne compared with Brevard County and Florida
| Census figure | Melbourne | Brevard County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 39% | 33% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 23% | 24% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 35% | 26% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 8.7% | 4.9% | 6.0% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.7% | 3.0% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 10% | 8.1% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $48,241 | $58,980 | — |
Older residents in towns around Melbourne
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| June Park, FL | 3.1 mi | 964 | 37% |
| West Melbourne, FL | 4.2 mi | 5,451 | 40% |
| Indian Harbour Beach, FL | 5.0 mi | 2,644 | 30% |
| Indialantic, FL | 6.0 mi | 769 | 15% |
| Satellite Beach, FL | 6.1 mi | 2,068 | 22% |
| Melbourne Beach, FL | 7.0 mi | 986 | 16% |
Hospitals near Melbourne
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando Health Melbourne Hospital | Melbourne, FL | 2.0 mi | 3 of 5 | (321) 752-1200 |
| Holmes Regional Medical Center | Melbourne, FL | 3.9 mi | 4 of 5 | (321) 434-7000 |
| Palm Bay Hospital | Palm Bay, FL | 6.5 mi | 3 of 5 | (321) 434-8000 |
| Viera Hospital | Melbourne, FL | 6.7 mi | 5 of 5 | (321) 434-9000 |
Home health agencies serving Melbourne
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trilogy Home Healthcare | Orlando, FL | 47 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (407) 259-2272 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Palm Bay, FL | 6.7 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | — |
| Centerwell Home Health | Melbourne, FL | 6.7 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (321) 255-9995 |
| HCA Florida Healthcare At Home | Melbourne, FL | 6.7 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (321) 984-0223 |
| Mederi Caretenders | Viera, FL | 6.7 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (325) 253-2200 |
| Tehc LLC | Rockledge, FL | 15 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (321) 453-5535 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Melbourne. 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 Melbourne
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 35% of the $4,020 monthly median income of Melbourne households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO.
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 Melbourne: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Melbourne?
Orlando Health Melbourne Hospital in Melbourne, about 2.0 mi in a straight line from the center of Melbourne (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (321) 752-1200. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Melbourne?
Medicare lists 39 certified agencies whose service area includes Melbourne ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Trilogy Home Healthcare (5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (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 Melbourne?
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 35% of the $4,020 monthly median income of Melbourne households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 Indialantic, FL
- Post-Surgery Care in Satellite Beach, FL
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- Post-Surgery Care in Malabar, FL
- Post-Surgery Care in Viera West, FL
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Other care in Melbourne
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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