Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Provincetown, MA
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 Provincetown for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Provincetown, MA: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Plymouth in Plymouth, about 26 mi away in a straight line, followed by Cape Cod Hospital (28 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 4 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Provincetown. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Provincetown compared with Barnstable County and Massachusetts
| Census figure | Provincetown | Barnstable County | Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 45% | 27% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 24% | 33% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 44% | 28% | 29% |
| Households with no vehicle | 8.7% | 5.4% | 12% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.2% | 4.1% | 2.2% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 1.4% | 6.8% | 11% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $65,043 | $76,945 | — |
Older residents in towns around Provincetown
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Dennis, MA | 22 mi | 1,516 | 32% |
| The Pinehills, MA | 24 mi | 3,540 | 19% |
| Yarmouth Port, MA | 24 mi | 2,429 | 26% |
| South Dennis, MA | 24 mi | 1,122 | 24% |
| Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock, MA | 25 mi | 1,128 | 25% |
| East Harwich, MA | 25 mi | 1,987 | 20% |
Hospitals near Provincetown
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Plymouth | Plymouth, MA | 26 mi | 4 of 5 | (508) 746-2000 |
| Cape Cod Hospital | Hyannis, MA | 28 mi | 2 of 5 | (508) 771-1800 |
Home health agencies serving Provincetown
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vna Of Cape Cod | South Dennis, MA | 24 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (508) 957-7400 |
| Bayada Home Health Care, Inc | Hyannis, MA | 28 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (508) 778-8800 |
| Relief Home Health Services, Inc | Hyannis, MA | 28 mi | 1.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (888) 817-5656 |
| Aveanna Healthcare | Brockton, MA | 44 mi | not rated | nursing, occupational therapy, home health aides | (508) 586-9700 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Provincetown. 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 Provincetown
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 31% of the $5,420 monthly median income of Provincetown 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.
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 Provincetown: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Provincetown?
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Plymouth in Plymouth, about 26 mi in a straight line from the center of Provincetown (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (508) 746-2000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Provincetown?
Medicare lists 4 certified agencies whose service area includes Provincetown ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Vna Of Cape Cod (3.5 of 5), Bayada Home Health Care, Inc (3.5 of 5), Relief Home Health Services, Inc (1.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Provincetown?
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 31% of the $5,420 monthly median income of Provincetown 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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