Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Mountlake Terrace, WA
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 Mountlake Terrace for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Mountlake Terrace, WA: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Swedish Edmonds Hospital in Edmonds, about 3.0 mi away in a straight line, followed by Evergreenhealth Medical Center (7.2 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 10 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Mountlake Terrace. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Mountlake Terrace compared with Snohomish County and Washington
| Census figure | Mountlake Terrace | Snohomish County | Washington |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 37% | 33% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 16% | 15% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 35% | 26% | 26% |
| Households with no vehicle | 4.4% | 4.7% | 7.1% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.5% | 1.5% | 1.8% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 11% | 9.1% | 8.9% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $72,654 | $69,352 | — |
Older residents in towns around Mountlake Terrace
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brier, WA | 1.4 mi | 1,539 | 29% |
| Alderwood Manor, WA | 2.2 mi | 1,547 | 40% |
| Esperance, WA | 2.2 mi | 635 | 21% |
| Lynnwood, WA | 2.4 mi | 6,715 | 42% |
| Lake Forest Park, WA | 2.5 mi | 2,425 | 18% |
| Edmonds, WA | 2.7 mi | 10,103 | 26% |
Hospitals near Mountlake Terrace
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swedish Edmonds Hospital | Edmonds, WA | 3.0 mi | 3 of 5 | (425) 640-4000 |
| Evergreenhealth Medical Center | Kirkland, WA | 7.2 mi | 5 of 5 | (425) 899-1000 |
| Seattle Children's Hospital | Seattle, WA | 9.1 mi | not rated | (206) 987-2000 |
| Kaiser Permanente Central Hospital | Seattle, WA | 11 mi | not rated | (206) 326-3000 |
Home health agencies serving Mountlake Terrace
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpha Home Health | Everett, WA | 8.5 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (360) 299-1302 |
| Evergreenhealth Home Care Services | Kirkland, WA | 7.2 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (425) 899-3300 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Everett, WA | 7.9 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, home health aides | (425) 745-4345 |
| Eden Home Health | Bellingham, WA | 70 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (360) 734-5410 |
| Providence At Home With Compassus, Snohomish County | Everett, WA | 11 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (425) 261-4800 |
| Signature Healthcare At Home | Burlington, WA | 47 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (425) 861-3850 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Mountlake Terrace. 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 Mountlake Terrace
At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 33% of the $6,055 monthly median income of Mountlake Terrace households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 an hour (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 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 Mountlake Terrace: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Mountlake Terrace?
Swedish Edmonds Hospital in Edmonds, about 3.0 mi in a straight line from the center of Mountlake Terrace (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (425) 640-4000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Mountlake Terrace?
Medicare lists 10 certified agencies whose service area includes Mountlake Terrace ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Alpha Home Health (5 of 5), Evergreenhealth Home Care Services (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 Mountlake Terrace?
At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 33% of the $6,055 monthly median income of Mountlake Terrace households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 an hour (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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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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