Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Moores Mill, AL
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 Moores Mill for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Moores Mill, AL: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Huntsville Hospital in Huntsville, about 9.1 mi away in a straight line, followed by Crestwood Medical Center (9.1 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 13 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Moores Mill. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Moores Mill compared with Madison County and Alabama
| Census figure | Moores Mill | Madison County | Alabama |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 42% | 35% | 38% |
| Residents 65 or older | 17% | 16% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 28% | 29% | 29% |
| Households with no vehicle | 1.8% | 4.0% | 5.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.1% | 1.7% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 2.8% | 9.5% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $62,315 | $65,028 | — |
Older residents in towns around Moores Mill
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meridianville, AL | 3.8 mi | 1,424 | 37% |
| Hazel Green, AL | 5.6 mi | 632 | 44% |
| Harvest, AL | 14 mi | 957 | 36% |
| Huntsville, AL | 14 mi | 36,541 | 35% |
| Park City, TN | 16 mi | 500 | 36% |
| Madison, AL | 17 mi | 7,628 | 25% |
Hospitals near Moores Mill
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huntsville Hospital | Huntsville, AL | 9.1 mi | 3 of 5 | (256) 265-1000 |
| Crestwood Medical Center | Huntsville, AL | 9.1 mi | 3 of 5 | (256) 429-4000 |
| Lincoln Medical Center | Fayetteville, TN | 21 mi | 3 of 5 | (931) 438-1100 |
| Highlands Medical Center | Scottsboro, AL | 23 mi | 3 of 5 | (256) 259-4444 |
Home health agencies serving Moores Mill
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Huntsville, AL | 11 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (256) 881-3266 |
| Prohealth Home Health, LLC | Huntsville, AL | 13 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (256) 945-9100 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Moulton, AL | 47 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (256) 974-2741 |
| Adoration Home Health, LLC | Madison, TN | 98 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (615) 733-3600 |
| Amedisys Home Health Of Huntsville | Huntsville, AL | 9.1 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (256) 885-1665 |
| Aveanna Home Health | Huntsville, AL | 11 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | — |
Straight-line miles from the center of Moores Mill. 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 Moores Mill
At the Alabama median aide wage of $13.39 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,160 a month in wages, which is 22% of the $5,193 monthly median income of Moores Mill households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Alabama 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 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 Moores Mill: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Moores Mill?
Huntsville Hospital in Huntsville, about 9.1 mi in a straight line from the center of Moores Mill (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (256) 265-1000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Moores Mill?
Medicare lists 13 certified agencies whose service area includes Moores Mill ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (5 of 5), Prohealth Home Health, LLC (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 Moores Mill?
At the Alabama median aide wage of $13.39 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,160 a month in wages, which is 22% of the $5,193 monthly median income of Moores Mill households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Alabama 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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