Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Pocono Woodland Lakes, PA
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 Pocono Woodland Lakes for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Pocono Woodland Lakes, PA: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Bon Secours Community Hospital in Port Jervis, about 12 mi away in a straight line, followed by Newton Medical Center (18 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 8 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Pocono Woodland Lakes. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Pocono Woodland Lakes compared with Pike County and Pennsylvania
| Census figure | Pocono Woodland Lakes | Pike County | Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 29% | 29% | 32% |
| Residents 65 or older | 13% | 24% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 5.5% | 21% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.8% | 5.3% | 10% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.2% | 2.7% | 2.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 0.0% | 8.8% | 9.9% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $140,952 | $65,326 | — |
Older residents in towns around Pocono Woodland Lakes
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Key Lake, PA | 2.8 mi | 447 | 22% |
| Hemlock Farms, PA | 8.3 mi | 1,464 | 39% |
| Matamoras, PA | 10 mi | 560 | 38% |
| Port Jervis, NY | 11 mi | 1,697 | 45% |
| Pine Ridge, PA | 13 mi | 420 | 4.5% |
| Saw Creek, PA | 16 mi | 688 | 26% |
Hospitals near Pocono Woodland Lakes
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bon Secours Community Hospital | Port Jervis, NY | 12 mi | 2 of 5 | (845) 856-5351 |
| Newton Medical Center | Newton, NJ | 18 mi | 4 of 5 | (973) 383-2121 |
| Garnet Health Medical Center | Middletown, NY | 24 mi | 4 of 5 | (845) 343-2424 |
| Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono | East Stroudsburg, PA | 25 mi | 3 of 5 | (570) 421-4000 |
Home health agencies serving Pocono Woodland Lakes
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revolutionary Home Health Inc | Eynon, PA | 35 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (570) 383-7502 |
| Personal Home Healthcare And Hospice | Blakely, PA | 38 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (570) 342-3314 |
| Accentcare Health Of Pennsylvania | Bristol, PA | 84 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (215) 826-0900 |
| Traditional Home Health Care | Dunmore, PA | 38 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (570) 207-9286 |
| Residential Healthcare Of NE Pa, LLC | Moosic, PA | 41 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (888) 923-5842 |
| Comprehensive Medical Home Care | Dupont, PA | 44 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (570) 451-3050 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Pocono Woodland Lakes. 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 Pocono Woodland Lakes
At the Pennsylvania median aide wage of $14.14 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,225 a month in wages, which is 10% of the $11,746 monthly median income of Pocono Woodland Lakes households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Pennsylvania's minimum wage is $7.25 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 Pocono Woodland Lakes: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Pocono Woodland Lakes?
Bon Secours Community Hospital in Port Jervis, about 12 mi in a straight line from the center of Pocono Woodland Lakes (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (845) 856-5351. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Pocono Woodland Lakes?
Medicare lists 8 certified agencies whose service area includes Pocono Woodland Lakes ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Revolutionary Home Health Inc (5 of 5), Personal Home Healthcare And Hospice (5 of 5), Accentcare Health Of Pennsylvania (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Pocono Woodland Lakes?
At the Pennsylvania median aide wage of $14.14 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,225 a month in wages, which is 10% of the $11,746 monthly median income of Pocono Woodland Lakes households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Pennsylvania's minimum wage is $7.25 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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