Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Millington, TN
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 Millington for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Millington, TN: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Saint Francis Bartlett Medical Center in Bartlett, about 10 mi away in a straight line, followed by Baptist Memorial Hospital (15 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 22 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Millington. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Millington compared with Shelby County and Tennessee
| Census figure | Millington | Shelby County | Tennessee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 44% | 33% | 36% |
| Residents 65 or older | 17% | 15% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 33% | 33% | 29% |
| Households with no vehicle | 6.8% | 8.2% | 5.2% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.9% | 1.5% | 1.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 17% | 13% | 11% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $45,417 | $54,632 | — |
Older residents in towns around Millington
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bartlett, TN | 8.2 mi | 10,412 | 33% |
| Munford, TN | 8.9 mi | 843 | 55% |
| Atoka, TN | 9.1 mi | 1,272 | 41% |
| Lakeland, TN | 11 mi | 2,370 | 22% |
| Brighton, TN | 14 mi | 343 | 54% |
| Arlington, TN | 15 mi | 1,414 | 29% |
Hospitals near Millington
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Francis Bartlett Medical Center | Bartlett, TN | 10 mi | 1 of 5 | (901) 820-7050 |
| Baptist Memorial Hospital | Memphis, TN | 15 mi | 3 of 5 | (901) 226-5000 |
| Memphis Va Medical Center | Memphis, TN | 15 mi | 3 of 5 | (901) 523-8990 |
| Methodist Hospitals Of Memphis | Memphis, TN | 15 mi | 3 of 5 | (901) 516-8274 |
Home health agencies serving Millington
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nhc Homecare Somerville | Arlington, TN | 10 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work | (901) 465-4101 |
| Still Waters Home Health Agency | Cordova, TN | 14 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (901) 794-7988 |
| Accentcare Home Health Of West Tennessee, LLC | Memphis, TN | 15 mi | 4.5 of 5 | — | (901) 203-8202 |
| Homechoice Health Services | Memphis, TN | 18 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (901) 380-4404 |
| Beacon Home Health | Memphis, TN | 18 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (901) 685-7231 |
| Beacon Home Health | Memphis, TN | 22 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (901) 761-7112 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Millington. 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 Millington
At the Tennessee median aide wage of $15.45 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,339 a month in wages, which is 35% of the $3,785 monthly median income of Millington households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Tennessee has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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 TennCare CHOICES: how to get paid to care for a family member in Tennessee.
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 Millington: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Millington?
Saint Francis Bartlett Medical Center in Bartlett, about 10 mi in a straight line from the center of Millington (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (901) 820-7050. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Millington?
Medicare lists 22 certified agencies whose service area includes Millington ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Nhc Homecare Somerville (4.5 of 5), Still Waters Home Health Agency (4.5 of 5), Accentcare Home Health Of West Tennessee, LLC (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Millington?
At the Tennessee median aide wage of $15.45 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,339 a month in wages, which is 35% of the $3,785 monthly median income of Millington households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Tennessee has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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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