Post-Surgery Home Care in Pittsfield, MA

Local figures

Post-Surgery Care in Pittsfield, MA: the local picture

0.7 mi

to the nearest hospital with an emergency department (Pittsfield)

10

Medicare-certified home health agencies list Pittsfield ZIP codes in their service area

29%

of residents 65+ report a disability (27% in Berkshire County)

8,425

residents 65 or older (19% of Pittsfield)

The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Berkshire Medical Center in Pittsfield, about 0.7 mi away in a straight line, followed by Fairview Hospital (18 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.

Medicare lists 10 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Pittsfield. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.

Pittsfield compared with Berkshire County and Massachusetts

Census figure	Pittsfield	Berkshire County	Massachusetts
Residents 65+ with a disability	29%	27%	30%
Residents 65 or older	19%	25%	18%
Residents 65+ in households who live alone	41%	33%	29%
Households with no vehicle	14%	9.6%	12%
Residents 85 or older	2.2%	3.2%	2.2%
Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.)	9.6%	8.4%	11%
Median income, households headed by someone 65+	$52,926	$59,265	—

Older residents in towns around Pittsfield

Town	Distance	Residents 65+	65+ with a disability
Adams, MA	14 mi	1,377	27%
North Adams, MA	17 mi	2,727	38%
Williamstown, MA	18 mi	764	23%
West Sand Lake, NY	21 mi	637	43%
East Greenbush, NY	25 mi	1,197	29%
Wynantskill, NY	25 mi	789	26%

Hospitals near Pittsfield

Hospital with an emergency department	Town	Distance	CMS overall rating	Phone
Berkshire Medical Center	Pittsfield, MA	0.7 mi	4 of 5	(413) 447-2000
Fairview Hospital	Great Barrington, MA	18 mi	5 of 5	(413) 528-0790
North Adams Regional Hospital Corporation	North Adams, MA	19 mi	not rated	(413) 664-5000
Samaritan Hospital Of Troy, New York	Troy, NY	28 mi	3 of 5	(518) 427-3402

Home health agencies serving Pittsfield

Agency	Office	Distance	CMS quality stars	Services listed	Phone
Centerwell Home Health	Pittsfield, MA	0.7 mi	4.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work	(508) 672-0675
Amedisys Home Health Care	Agawam, MA	42 mi	4 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(413) 789-0027
Berkshire Visiting Nurse Association	Pittsfield, MA	0.7 mi	3 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(413) 447-3048
Loyal Home Care Services	Worcester, MA	76 mi	2.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides	(617) 964-2489
Visiting Rehab And Nursing Services	Mansfield, MA	109 mi	2 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(781) 281-2235
Aveanna Healthcare	Springfield, MA	41 mi	not rated	nursing, home health aides	(413) 731-3050

Straight-line miles from the center of Pittsfield. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.

What it covers

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

Cost

What post-surgery care costs in Pittsfield

At the Massachusetts median aide wage of $19.67 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,705 a month in wages, which is 39% of the $4,411 monthly median income of Pittsfield households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Massachusetts's minimum wage is $15.00 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.

Before you hire

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.

CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.

Questions

Post-Surgery Care in Pittsfield: common questions

Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Pittsfield?

Berkshire Medical Center in Pittsfield, about 0.7 mi in a straight line from the center of Pittsfield (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (413) 447-2000. In an emergency, call 911.

Which home health agencies serve Pittsfield?

Medicare lists 10 certified agencies whose service area includes Pittsfield ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (4.5 of 5), Amedisys Home Health Care (4 of 5), Berkshire Visiting Nurse Association (3 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.

How much does post-surgery care cost in Pittsfield?

At the Massachusetts median aide wage of $19.67 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,705 a month in wages, which is 39% of the $4,411 monthly median income of Pittsfield households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Massachusetts's minimum wage is $15.00 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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