Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Prescott, AR
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 Prescott for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Prescott, AR: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Southwest Regional Medical Center LLC in Hope, about 15 mi away in a straight line, followed by Southwest Regional Medical Center LLC (15 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 7 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Prescott. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Prescott compared with Nevada County and Arkansas
| Census figure | Prescott | Nevada County | Arkansas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 15% | 41% | 40% |
| Residents 65 or older | 16% | 22% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 49% | 25% | 29% |
| Households with no vehicle | 4.1% | 2.3% | 5.9% |
| Residents 85 or older | 6.2% | 3.9% | 1.8% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 4.7% | 6.7% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $50,479 | $50,071 | — |
Older residents in towns around Prescott
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hope, AR | 15 mi | 1,678 | 53% |
| Nashville, AR | 28 mi | 736 | 40% |
| Arkadelphia, AR | 29 mi | 1,301 | 44% |
| Camden, AR | 35 mi | 2,061 | 61% |
| Magnolia, AR | 38 mi | 1,762 | 53% |
| Texarkana, AR | 43 mi | 4,984 | 42% |
Hospitals near Prescott
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Regional Medical Center LLC | Hope, AR | 15 mi | not rated | (870) 722-3800 |
| Southwest Regional Medical Center LLC | Hope, AR | 15 mi | not rated | (870) 722-3800 |
| Baptist Health Medical Center-Arkadelphia | Arkadelphia, AR | 28 mi | not rated | (870) 245-2622 |
| Howard Memorial Hospital | Nashville, AR | 30 mi | 3 of 5 | (870) 845-4400 |
Home health agencies serving Prescott
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kindred At Home | Hope, AR | 15 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy | (870) 292-4937 |
| Trinity Home Health Of Southern Arkansas, LLC | Camden, AR | 34 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (870) 836-1301 |
| Little River Memorial Hospital Home Health | Ashdown, AR | 44 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (870) 898-4120 |
| Elite Home Health | Fordyce, AR | 56 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (870) 352-2603 |
| Elite Home Health | Nashville, AR | 30 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (870) 845-8206 |
| Encompass Health Home Health | Texarkana, AR | 38 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy | (870) 773-4900 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Prescott. 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 Prescott
At the Arkansas median aide wage of $13.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,153 a month in wages, which is 27% of the $4,207 monthly median income of Prescott households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Arkansas's minimum wage is $11.00 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.
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 Prescott: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Prescott?
Southwest Regional Medical Center LLC in Hope, about 15 mi in a straight line from the center of Prescott (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (870) 722-3800. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Prescott?
Medicare lists 7 certified agencies whose service area includes Prescott ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Kindred At Home (4.5 of 5), Trinity Home Health Of Southern Arkansas, LLC (4.5 of 5), Little River Memorial Hospital Home Health (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Prescott?
At the Arkansas median aide wage of $13.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,153 a month in wages, which is 27% of the $4,207 monthly median income of Prescott households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Arkansas's minimum wage is $11.00 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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