Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Merrick, NY
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 Merrick for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Merrick, NY: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Nassau University Medical Center in East Meadow, about 4.3 mi away in a straight line, followed by Mount Sinai South Nassau (4.6 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 Merrick. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Merrick compared with Nassau County and New York
| Census figure | Merrick | Nassau County | New York |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 21% | 27% | 32% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 19% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 15% | 20% | 29% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.1% | 6.8% | 29% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.2% | 2.6% | 2.2% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 4.0% | 6.7% | 13% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $123,203 | $100,301 | — |
Older residents in towns around Merrick
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellmore, NY | 1.4 mi | 2,428 | 34% |
| Freeport, NY | 1.7 mi | 6,672 | 25% |
| Wantagh, NY | 2.4 mi | 2,921 | 26% |
| Roosevelt, NY | 2.4 mi | 1,965 | 30% |
| North Merrick, NY | 2.5 mi | 2,497 | 23% |
| North Bellmore, NY | 2.7 mi | 3,441 | 24% |
Hospitals near Merrick
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nassau University Medical Center | East Meadow, NY | 4.3 mi | 1 of 5 | (516) 572-0123 |
| Mount Sinai South Nassau | Oceanside, NY | 4.6 mi | 3 of 5 | (516) 632-3000 |
| Mercy Medical Center | Rockville Centre, NY | 4.7 mi | 5 of 5 | (516) 705-2525 |
| Chsli St Joseph Hospital | Bethpage, NY | 6.9 mi | 3 of 5 | (516) 759-6000 |
Home health agencies serving Merrick
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Westbury, NY | 7.2 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (516) 746-8013 |
| Emerest Home Health Care Of Long Island | Flushing, NY | 16 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (914) 693-6800 |
| Americare Certified Special Services, Inc Chha | Brooklyn, NY | 20 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (718) 535-3100 |
| Vns Of NY Home Care Chha | New York, NY | 23 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (212) 609-7300 |
| Revival Home Health Care | Staten Island, NY | 28 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (718) 629-1000 |
| Family Care Certified Services (Hempstead) | Hempstead, NY | 5.0 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (516) 932-7799 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Merrick. 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 Merrick
At the New York median aide wage of $19.05 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,651 a month in wages, which is 16% of the $10,267 monthly median income of Merrick households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New York's minimum wage is $17.00 in New York City, Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester counties, $16.00 in the rest of the state (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 CDPAP in New York: how to get paid to care for a family member.
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 Merrick: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Merrick?
Nassau University Medical Center in East Meadow, about 4.3 mi in a straight line from the center of Merrick (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (516) 572-0123. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Merrick?
Medicare lists 20 certified agencies whose service area includes Merrick ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (5 of 5), Emerest Home Health Care Of Long Island (5 of 5), Americare Certified Special Services, Inc Chha (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Merrick?
At the New York median aide wage of $19.05 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,651 a month in wages, which is 16% of the $10,267 monthly median income of Merrick households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New York's minimum wage is $17.00 in New York City, Nassau, Suffolk and Westchester counties, $16.00 in the rest of the state (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 North Merrick, NY
- Post-Surgery Care in North Bellmore, NY
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Other care in Merrick
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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