Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Opelousas, LA
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 Opelousas for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Opelousas, LA: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Opelousas General Health System in Opelousas, about 0.9 mi away in a straight line, followed by Acadia St Landry (12 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 24 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Opelousas. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Opelousas compared with St. Landry Parish and Louisiana
| Census figure | Opelousas | St. Landry Parish | Louisiana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 35% | 34% | 38% |
| Residents 65 or older | 17% | 17% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 42% | 34% | 31% |
| Households with no vehicle | 22% | 9.9% | 8.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.8% | 1.7% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 34% | 25% | 15% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $26,216 | $33,582 | — |
Older residents in towns around Opelousas
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset, LA | 8.3 mi | 285 | 19% |
| Church Point, LA | 12 mi | 816 | 29% |
| Carencro, LA | 15 mi | 1,694 | 46% |
| Ville Platte, LA | 16 mi | 1,120 | 37% |
| Scott, LA | 20 mi | 1,671 | 34% |
| Breaux Bridge, LA | 20 mi | 1,376 | 38% |
Hospitals near Opelousas
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Opelousas General Health System | Opelousas, LA | 0.9 mi | 2 of 5 | (337) 948-3011 |
| Acadia St Landry | Church Point, LA | 12 mi | not rated | (337) 684-5435 |
| Mercy Regional Medical Center | Ville Platte, LA | 16 mi | 3 of 5 | (337) 363-5684 |
| Acadian Medical Center | Eunice, LA | 19 mi | 3 of 5 | (337) 580-7903 |
Home health agencies serving Opelousas
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allegiance Home Health Of South Louisiana | Eunice, LA | 19 mi | 5 of 5 | — | (337) 576-2978 |
| Lamm Family Care Home Health | Crowley, LA | 28 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (337) 783-0000 |
| Elara Caring | Opelousas, LA | 0.9 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (337) 942-5367 |
| Allegiance Home Health Of East Central Louisiana | Ville Platte, LA | 16 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (337) 467-8080 |
| Lakeshore Home Health | Breaux Bridge, LA | 22 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (337) 228-1045 |
| Amedisys Home Health | Lafayette, LA | 24 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (337) 989-6913 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Opelousas. 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 Opelousas
At the Louisiana median aide wage of $10.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $939 a month in wages, which is 43% of the $2,185 monthly median income of Opelousas households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Louisiana has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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 Opelousas: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Opelousas?
Opelousas General Health System in Opelousas, about 0.9 mi in a straight line from the center of Opelousas (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (337) 948-3011. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Opelousas?
Medicare lists 24 certified agencies whose service area includes Opelousas ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Allegiance Home Health Of South Louisiana (5 of 5), Lamm Family Care Home Health (5 of 5), Elara Caring (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Opelousas?
At the Louisiana median aide wage of $10.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $939 a month in wages, which is 43% of the $2,185 monthly median income of Opelousas households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Louisiana has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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
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- Post-Surgery Care in Carencro, LA
- Post-Surgery Care in Ville Platte, LA
- Post-Surgery Care in Scott, LA
- Post-Surgery Care in Breaux Bridge, LA
- Post-Surgery Care in Eunice, LA
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Other care in Opelousas
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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