Post-Surgery Home Care in North Adams, MA

Local figures

Post-Surgery Care in North Adams, MA: the local picture

2.4 mi

to the nearest hospital with an emergency department (North Adams)

8

Medicare-certified home health agencies list North Adams ZIP codes in their service area

38%

of residents 65+ report a disability (27% in Berkshire County)

2,727

residents 65 or older (22% of North Adams)

The nearest hospital with an emergency department is North Adams Regional Hospital Corporation in North Adams, about 2.4 mi away in a straight line, followed by Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (15 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.

Medicare lists 8 certified home health agencies whose service area includes North Adams. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.

North Adams compared with Berkshire County and Massachusetts

Census figure	North Adams	Berkshire County	Massachusetts
Residents 65+ with a disability	38%	27%	30%
Residents 65 or older	22%	25%	18%
Residents 65+ in households who live alone	37%	33%	29%
Households with no vehicle	17%	9.6%	12%
Residents 85 or older	2.2%	3.2%	2.2%
Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.)	16%	8.4%	11%
Median income, households headed by someone 65+	$42,606	$59,265	—

Older residents in towns around North Adams

Town	Distance	Residents 65+	65+ with a disability
Adams, MA	3.2 mi	1,377	27%
Williamstown, MA	4.8 mi	764	23%
Bennington, VT	14 mi	2,486	36%
Pittsfield, MA	17 mi	8,425	29%
Hoosick Falls, NY	20 mi	911	50%
West Sand Lake, NY	24 mi	637	43%

Hospitals near North Adams

Hospital with an emergency department	Town	Distance	CMS overall rating	Phone
North Adams Regional Hospital Corporation	North Adams, MA	2.4 mi	not rated	(413) 664-5000
Southwestern Vermont Medical Center	Bennington, VT	15 mi	3 of 5	(802) 442-6361
Berkshire Medical Center	Pittsfield, MA	17 mi	4 of 5	(413) 447-2000
Baystate Franklin Medical Center	Greenfield, MA	26 mi	3 of 5	(413) 773-0211

Home health agencies serving North Adams

Agency	Office	Distance	CMS quality stars	Services listed	Phone
Centerwell Home Health	Pittsfield, MA	17 mi	4.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work	(508) 672-0675
Amedisys Home Health Care	Agawam, MA	49 mi	4 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(413) 789-0027
Berkshire Visiting Nurse Association	Pittsfield, MA	17 mi	3 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(413) 447-3048
Loyal Home Care Services	Worcester, MA	73 mi	2.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides	(617) 964-2489
Visiting Rehab And Nursing Services	Mansfield, MA	107 mi	2 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(781) 281-2235
T & N Reliable Nursing Care, LLC Ma	Worcester, MA	71 mi	not rated	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(774) 823-3523

Straight-line miles from the center of North Adams. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.

What it covers

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

Cost

What post-surgery care costs in North Adams

At the Massachusetts median aide wage of $19.67 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,705 a month in wages, which is 48% of the $3,551 monthly median income of North Adams households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Massachusetts's minimum wage is $15.00 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.

Before you hire

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.

CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.

Questions

Post-Surgery Care in North Adams: common questions

Where is the nearest emergency hospital to North Adams?

North Adams Regional Hospital Corporation in North Adams, about 2.4 mi in a straight line from the center of North Adams (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (413) 664-5000. In an emergency, call 911.

Which home health agencies serve North Adams?

Medicare lists 8 certified agencies whose service area includes North Adams ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (4.5 of 5), Amedisys Home Health Care (4 of 5), Berkshire Visiting Nurse Association (3 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.

How much does post-surgery care cost in North Adams?

At the Massachusetts median aide wage of $19.67 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,705 a month in wages, which is 48% of the $3,551 monthly median income of North Adams households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Massachusetts's minimum wage is $15.00 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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