Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in North Baltimore, OH
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Post-Surgery Care in North Baltimore, OH: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Wood County Hospital in Bowling Green, about 14 mi away in a straight line, followed by Bluffton Hospital (24 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 7 certified home health agencies whose service area includes North Baltimore. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
North Baltimore compared with Wood County and Ohio
| Census figure | North Baltimore | Wood County | Ohio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 53% | 29% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 17% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 67% | 33% | 32% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.5% | 5.1% | 7.5% |
| Residents 85 or older | 6.8% | 1.9% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 1.8% | 8.4% | 10% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $61,771 | $57,982 | — |
Older residents in towns around North Baltimore
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Findlay, OH | 9.3 mi | 7,715 | 32% |
| Fostoria, OH | 13 mi | 2,217 | 34% |
| Bowling Green, OH | 14 mi | 3,270 | 32% |
| Carey, OH | 22 mi | 573 | 22% |
| Ottawa, OH | 22 mi | 866 | 27% |
| Waterville, OH | 23 mi | 1,175 | 35% |
Hospitals near North Baltimore
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wood County Hospital | Bowling Green, OH | 14 mi | 4 of 5 | (419) 354-8900 |
| Bluffton Hospital | Bluffton, OH | 24 mi | not rated | (419) 358-9010 |
| Mercy Health - Tiffin Hospital | Tiffin, OH | 26 mi | 3 of 5 | (419) 455-7000 |
| Henry County Hospital, Inc | Napoleon, OH | 29 mi | 2 of 5 | (419) 592-4015 |
Home health agencies serving North Baltimore
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Med1CARE, LLC | Findlay, OH | 9.4 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (419) 422-0305 |
| Elara Caring | Toledo, OH | 34 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (419) 536-6748 |
| Ohioans Home Healthcare, Inc | Perrysburg, OH | 25 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (419) 843-4422 |
| Bridge Home Health And Hospice | Findlay, OH | 9.4 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (419) 423-5351 |
| Unique Health Care Solutions, LLC | Maumee, OH | 28 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (419) 794-8565 |
| Ohio Living Home Health Greater Toledo | Toledo, OH | 29 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (419) 865-1499 |
Straight-line miles from the center of North Baltimore. 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 North Baltimore
At the Ohio median aide wage of $16.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,436 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $5,148 monthly median income of North Baltimore households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Ohio's minimum wage is $11.00 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.
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 North Baltimore: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to North Baltimore?
Wood County Hospital in Bowling Green, about 14 mi in a straight line from the center of North Baltimore (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (419) 354-8900. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve North Baltimore?
Medicare lists 7 certified agencies whose service area includes North Baltimore ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Med1CARE, LLC (5 of 5), Elara Caring (4.5 of 5), Ohioans Home Healthcare, Inc (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in North Baltimore?
At the Ohio median aide wage of $16.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,436 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $5,148 monthly median income of North Baltimore households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Ohio's minimum wage is $11.00 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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Post-Surgery Care in nearby cities
- Post-Surgery Care in Findlay, OH
- Post-Surgery Care in Fostoria, OH
- Post-Surgery Care in Bowling Green, OH
- Post-Surgery Care in Carey, OH
- Post-Surgery Care in Ottawa, OH
- Post-Surgery Care in Waterville, OH
- Post-Surgery Care in Bluffton, OH
- Post-Surgery Care in Gibsonburg, OH
- Post-Surgery Care in Whitehouse, OH
- Post-Surgery Care in Perrysburg, OH
- Post-Surgery Care in Tiffin, OH
- Post-Surgery Care in Maumee, OH
- Post-Surgery Care in Rossford, OH
- Post-Surgery Care in Napoleon, OH
- Post-Surgery Care in Ballville, OH
- Post-Surgery Care in Ada, OH
Other care in North Baltimore
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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