Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Newport News, VA
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 Newport News for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Newport News, VA: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Mary Immaculate Hospital in Newport News, about 2.6 mi away in a straight line, followed by Riverside Regional Medical Center (3.6 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 19 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Newport News. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Newport News compared with Virginia
| Census figure | Newport News | Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 36% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 14% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 37% | 27% |
| Households with no vehicle | 9.8% | 6.1% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.5% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 13% | 8.8% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $53,308 | — |
Older residents in towns around Newport News
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethel Manor, VA | 5.6 mi | 5 | 0.0% |
| Smithfield, VA | 8.8 mi | 1,645 | 30% |
| Carrollton, VA | 9.4 mi | 983 | 33% |
| Hampton, VA | 13 mi | 22,962 | 37% |
| Poquoson, VA | 13 mi | 2,474 | 28% |
| Gloucester Point, VA | 13 mi | 2,331 | 45% |
Hospitals near Newport News
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mary Immaculate Hospital | Newport News, VA | 2.6 mi | 4 of 5 | (757) 886-6000 |
| Riverside Regional Medical Center | Newport News, VA | 3.6 mi | 3 of 5 | (757) 594-2000 |
| Sentara Careplex Hospital | Hampton, VA | 6.5 mi | 4 of 5 | (757) 827-2545 |
| Hampton Va Medical Center | Hampton, VA | 11 mi | 4 of 5 | (757) 722-9961 |
Home health agencies serving Newport News
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amedisys Home Health Of Newport News | Hampton, VA | 6.5 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (757) 223-5424 |
| Commonwealth Home Care | Portsmouth, VA | 21 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (757) 937-8600 |
| Brookside Home Health, An Amedisys Company | Williamsburg, VA | 21 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (757) 253-2536 |
| At Home Care | Williamsburg, VA | 18 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (757) 220-2112 |
| Medi Home Health Agency | Chesapeake, VA | 28 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (757) 420-7192 |
| Commonwealth Home Care | Richmond, VA | 65 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (804) 744-9211 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Newport News. 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 Newport News
At the Virginia median aide wage of $14.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,263 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $4,442 monthly median income of Newport News households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Virginia's minimum wage is $12.77 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 Consumer directed care in Virginia: how relatives are paid to give care through CCC Plus.
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 Newport News: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Newport News?
Mary Immaculate Hospital in Newport News, about 2.6 mi in a straight line from the center of Newport News (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (757) 886-6000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Newport News?
Medicare lists 19 certified agencies whose service area includes Newport News ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Amedisys Home Health Of Newport News (4.5 of 5), Commonwealth Home Care (4.5 of 5), Brookside Home Health, An Amedisys Company (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Newport News?
At the Virginia median aide wage of $14.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,263 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $4,442 monthly median income of Newport News households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Virginia's minimum wage is $12.77 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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Post-Surgery Care in nearby cities
- Post-Surgery Care in Bethel Manor, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Smithfield, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Carrollton, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Hampton, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Poquoson, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Gloucester Point, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Williamsburg, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Portsmouth, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Norfolk, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Windsor, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Gloucester Courthouse, VA
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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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