Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Montura, 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 Montura for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Montura, FL: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Hendry Regional Medical Center in Clewiston, about 10 mi away in a straight line, followed by Lakeside Medical Center (26 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare's file lists no certified home health agency for Montura ZIP codes, which makes private help at home more important after surgery. Ask the hospital's discharge planner which agencies will travel to you.
Montura compared with Hendry County and Florida
| Census figure | Montura | Hendry County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 29% | 32% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 14% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 33% | 22% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.3% | 8.1% | 6.0% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.0% | 0.9% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 19% | 19% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $24,160 | $43,046 | — |
Older residents in towns around Montura
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clewiston, FL | 12 mi | 1,411 | 44% |
| Port LaBelle, FL | 20 mi | 468 | 46% |
| South Bay, FL | 22 mi | 593 | 23% |
| LaBelle, FL | 23 mi | 704 | 30% |
| Immokalee, FL | 25 mi | 1,886 | 28% |
| Belle Glade, FL | 27 mi | 3,024 | 48% |
Hospitals near Montura
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hendry Regional Medical Center | Clewiston, FL | 10 mi | not rated | (863) 902-3033 |
| Lakeside Medical Center | Belle Glade, FL | 26 mi | not rated | (561) 996-6571 |
| HCA Florida Lehigh Hospital | Lehigh Acres, FL | 35 mi | 2 of 5 | (239) 369-2101 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Montura. 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 Montura
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 70% of the $2,013 monthly median income of Montura 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 Montura: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Montura?
Hendry Regional Medical Center in Clewiston, about 10 mi in a straight line from the center of Montura (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (863) 902-3033. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Montura?
Medicare’s file lists none for Montura ZIP codes. Ask the hospital discharge planner or your doctor which agencies travel to you, or hire an aide directly.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Montura?
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 70% of the $2,013 monthly median income of Montura 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 Immokalee, FL
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Other care in Montura
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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