Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Penrose, CO
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Post-Surgery Care in Penrose, CO: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is St Thomas More Hospital in Canon City, about 12 mi away in a straight line, followed by Parkview Medical Center, Inc (23 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 9 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Penrose. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Penrose compared with Fremont County and Colorado
| Census figure | Penrose | Fremont County | Colorado |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 33% | 33% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 20% | 23% | 16% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 26% | 28% | 28% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.6% | 4.5% | 5.2% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.4% | 2.6% | 1.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 8.1% | 11% | 8.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $43,750 | $47,160 | — |
Older residents in towns around Penrose
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florence, CO | 6.1 mi | 745 | 35% |
| Lincoln Park, CO | 12 mi | 1,384 | 35% |
| Cañon City, CO | 12 mi | 4,461 | 39% |
| Park Center, CO | 13 mi | 530 | 30% |
| Pueblo West, CO | 14 mi | 6,290 | 32% |
| Fort Carson, CO | 23 mi | 4 | 0.0% |
Hospitals near Penrose
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas More Hospital | Canon City, CO | 12 mi | 4 of 5 | (719) 285-2000 |
| Parkview Medical Center, Inc | Pueblo, CO | 23 mi | 3 of 5 | (719) 584-4000 |
| Colorado Mental Health Hospital In Pueblo | Pueblo, CO | 23 mi | not rated | (719) 546-4747 |
| Evans Ach (Ft Carson) | Fort Carson, CO | 25 mi | not rated | (719) 526-7000 |
Home health agencies serving Penrose
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adoration Home Health | Pueblo, CO | 22 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (719) 423-8210 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Colorado Springs, CO | 36 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (719) 531-9585 |
| Frontier Home Health LLC | Pueblo, CO | 22 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides | (719) 544-5891 |
| Enhabit Home Health | Colorado Springs, CO | 33 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (719) 265-6931 |
| Complete Home Health Care LLC | Pueblo, CO | 22 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides | (719) 546-2610 |
| Sangre De Cristo Community Care LLC | La Junta, CO | 79 mi | 2 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (719) 542-0032 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Penrose. 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 Penrose
At the Colorado median aide wage of $18.53 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,606 a month in wages, which is 44% of the $3,646 monthly median income of Penrose households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Colorado's minimum wage is $15.16 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 Penrose: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Penrose?
St Thomas More Hospital in Canon City, about 12 mi in a straight line from the center of Penrose (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (719) 285-2000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Penrose?
Medicare lists 9 certified agencies whose service area includes Penrose ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Adoration Home Health (5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (4 of 5), Frontier Home Health LLC (3.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Penrose?
At the Colorado median aide wage of $18.53 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,606 a month in wages, which is 44% of the $3,646 monthly median income of Penrose households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Colorado's minimum wage is $15.16 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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