Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Palmyra, NJ
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Post-Surgery Care in Palmyra, NJ: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Nazareth Hospital in Philadelphia, about 4.0 mi away in a straight line, followed by St Christopher's Hospital For Children (4.2 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 5 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Palmyra. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Palmyra compared with Burlington County and New Jersey
| Census figure | Palmyra | Burlington County | New Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 38% | 30% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 19% | 18% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 34% | 26% | 27% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.5% | 4.3% | 11% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.8% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 15% | 7.2% | 9.7% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $60,938 | $76,695 | — |
Older residents in towns around Palmyra
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverton, NJ | 1.3 mi | 557 | 15% |
| Merchantville, NJ | 3.7 mi | 565 | 27% |
| Cherry Hill Mall, NJ | 4.7 mi | 2,482 | 29% |
| Moorestown-Lenola, NJ | 4.7 mi | 2,869 | 22% |
| Golden Triangle, NJ | 5.2 mi | 1,632 | 27% |
| Philadelphia, PA | 5.2 mi | 232,118 | 41% |
Hospitals near Palmyra
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nazareth Hospital | Philadelphia, PA | 4.0 mi | 2 of 5 | (215) 335-6000 |
| St Christopher's Hospital For Children | Philadelphia, PA | 4.2 mi | not rated | (215) 427-5000 |
| Jefferson Health- Northeast | Philadelphia, PA | 4.6 mi | 2 of 5 | (215) 612-4000 |
| Temple University Hospital | Philadelphia, PA | 5.8 mi | 4 of 5 | (215) 707-2000 |
Home health agencies serving Palmyra
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayada Home Health Care, Inc | Pennsauken, NJ | 3.6 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (856) 354-2022 |
| Moorestown Visiting Nurse Association | Moorestown, NJ | 5.0 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (856) 552-1300 |
| Jefferson Health At Home By Bayada | Voorhees, NJ | 11 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (856) 566-2000 |
| Visiting Nurse Association Of Central Jersey Home Care And Hospice | Toms River, NJ | 47 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (732) 818-6872 |
| Virtua Home Care At West Jersey | Marlton, NJ | 11 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (856) 581-7200 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Palmyra. 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 Palmyra
At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages, which is 30% of the $5,078 monthly median income of Palmyra households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 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 Palmyra: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Palmyra?
Nazareth Hospital in Philadelphia, about 4.0 mi in a straight line from the center of Palmyra (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (215) 335-6000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Palmyra?
Medicare lists 5 certified agencies whose service area includes Palmyra ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Bayada Home Health Care, Inc (4 of 5), Moorestown Visiting Nurse Association (4 of 5), Jefferson Health At Home By Bayada (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Palmyra?
At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages, which is 30% of the $5,078 monthly median income of Palmyra households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 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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