Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Pahokee, FL
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 Pahokee for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Pahokee, FL: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Lakeside Medical Center in Belle Glade, about 9.4 mi away in a straight line, followed by Hendry Regional Medical Center (19 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 15 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Pahokee. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Pahokee compared with Palm Beach County and Florida
| Census figure | Pahokee | Palm Beach County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 52% | 29% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 25% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 23% | 28% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 12% | 6.0% | 6.0% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.9% | 3.9% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 19% | 11% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $43,042 | $65,565 | — |
Older residents in towns around Pahokee
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belle Glade, FL | 8.8 mi | 3,024 | 48% |
| South Bay, FL | 10 mi | 593 | 23% |
| Clewiston, FL | 18 mi | 1,411 | 44% |
| Indiantown, FL | 19 mi | 1,116 | 40% |
| Westlake, FL | 23 mi | 348 | 23% |
| The Acreage, FL | 24 mi | 6,252 | 27% |
Hospitals near Pahokee
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeside Medical Center | Belle Glade, FL | 9.4 mi | not rated | (561) 996-6571 |
| Hendry Regional Medical Center | Clewiston, FL | 19 mi | not rated | (863) 902-3033 |
| HCA Florida Palms West Hospital | Loxahatchee, FL | 25 mi | 2 of 5 | (561) 798-3300 |
| Wellington Regional Medical Center | Wellington, FL | 28 mi | 2 of 5 | (561) 798-8500 |
Home health agencies serving Pahokee
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| True Kare Home Health Inc | Palm Beach Gardens, FL | 32 mi | 4.5 of 5 | — | (561) 900-3726 |
| Noble Home Health Services | Mangonia Park, FL | 37 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (561) 393-0609 |
| Pinnacle Home Care | West Palm Beach, FL | 36 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (561) 624-0653 |
| One At Home - Palm Beach | Boca Raton, FL | 45 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (561) 420-8111 |
| Lucienne Home Care Inc | Boca Raton, FL | 46 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (954) 635-5156 |
| Preferred Care Home Health Services | West Palm Beach, FL | 37 mi | 3.5 of 5 | — | (863) 818-1400 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Pahokee. 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 Pahokee
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 39% of the $3,587 monthly median income of Pahokee households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 How to get paid to take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO.
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 Pahokee: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Pahokee?
Lakeside Medical Center in Belle Glade, about 9.4 mi in a straight line from the center of Pahokee (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (561) 996-6571. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Pahokee?
Medicare lists 15 certified agencies whose service area includes Pahokee ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include True Kare Home Health Inc (4.5 of 5), Noble Home Health Services (4.5 of 5), Pinnacle Home Care (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Pahokee?
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 39% of the $3,587 monthly median income of Pahokee households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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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