Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Norwood Young America, MN
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 Norwood Young America for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Norwood Young America, MN: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Ridgeview Medical Center in Waconia, about 8.7 mi away in a straight line, followed by Glencoe Regional Health (12 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 6 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Norwood Young America. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Norwood Young America compared with Carver County and Minnesota
| Census figure | Norwood Young America | Carver County | Minnesota |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 40% | 27% | 28% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 15% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 34% | 23% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 4.8% | 3.8% | 6.7% |
| Residents 85 or older | 4.3% | 1.7% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 15% | 7.0% | 8.8% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $32,065 | $69,192 | — |
Older residents in towns around Norwood Young America
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waconia, MN | 7.9 mi | 2,005 | 34% |
| Mayer, MN | 8.1 mi | 182 | 12% |
| Glencoe, MN | 11 mi | 1,158 | 34% |
| Belle Plaine, MN | 13 mi | 953 | 37% |
| Watertown, MN | 13 mi | 541 | 44% |
| Carver, MN | 14 mi | 652 | 15% |
Hospitals near Norwood Young America
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgeview Medical Center | Waconia, MN | 8.7 mi | 4 of 5 | (952) 442-2191 |
| Glencoe Regional Health | Glencoe, MN | 12 mi | not rated | (320) 864-3121 |
| Ridgeview Sibley Medical Center | Arlington, MN | 13 mi | not rated | (507) 964-2271 |
| St Francis Regional Medical Center | Shakopee, MN | 20 mi | 3 of 5 | (952) 428-3000 |
Home health agencies serving Norwood Young America
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Brooklyn Park, MN | 33 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (763) 416-0289 |
| Home Health Care Inc | Golden Valley, MN | 30 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (763) 417-8888 |
| Lifespark Home Health | Saint Louis Park, MN | 31 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (952) 345-3310 |
| Allina Health Home Health | Minneapolis, MN | 34 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (612) 863-4478 |
| Ridgeview Home Care Services | Waconia, MN | 8.7 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (952) 442-6030 |
| Adara Home Health Inc | Buffalo, MN | 28 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (763) 682-3005 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Norwood Young America. 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 Norwood Young America
At the Minnesota median aide wage of $18.45 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,599 a month in wages, which is 60% of the $2,672 monthly median income of Norwood Young America households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Minnesota's minimum wage is $11.41 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 Norwood Young America: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Norwood Young America?
Ridgeview Medical Center in Waconia, about 8.7 mi in a straight line from the center of Norwood Young America (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (952) 442-2191. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Norwood Young America?
Medicare lists 6 certified agencies whose service area includes Norwood Young America ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (5 of 5), Home Health Care Inc (4 of 5), Lifespark Home Health (3.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Norwood Young America?
At the Minnesota median aide wage of $18.45 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,599 a month in wages, which is 60% of the $2,672 monthly median income of Norwood Young America households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Minnesota's minimum wage is $11.41 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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