Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Pulaski, VA
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 Pulaski for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Pulaski, VA: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Lewisgale Hospital Pulaski in Pulaski, about 0.6 mi away in a straight line, followed by Carilion Giles Community Hospital (18 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 13 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Pulaski. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Pulaski compared with Pulaski County and Virginia
| Census figure | Pulaski | Pulaski County | Virginia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 60% | 39% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 23% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 43% | 35% | 27% |
| Households with no vehicle | 9.4% | 4.6% | 6.1% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.3% | 1.9% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 14% | 8.7% | 8.8% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $32,247 | $46,850 | — |
Older residents in towns around Pulaski
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dublin, VA | 5.4 mi | 319 | 32% |
| Radford, VA | 12 mi | 1,601 | 39% |
| Pearisburg, VA | 19 mi | 680 | 47% |
| Wytheville, VA | 19 mi | 1,952 | 45% |
| Hillsville, VA | 20 mi | 630 | 39% |
| Christiansburg, VA | 21 mi | 4,364 | 32% |
Hospitals near Pulaski
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lewisgale Hospital Pulaski | Pulaski, VA | 0.6 mi | 4 of 5 | (540) 994-8100 |
| Carilion Giles Community Hospital | Pearisburg, VA | 18 mi | 4 of 5 | (540) 921-6000 |
| Carilion New River Valley Medical Center | Christiansburg, VA | 20 mi | 4 of 5 | (540) 731-2000 |
| Wythe County Community Hospital | Wytheville, VA | 20 mi | 3 of 5 | (276) 228-0200 |
Home health agencies serving Pulaski
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Roanoke, VA | 52 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (540) 362-7578 |
| Amedisys Home Health Care | Roanoke, VA | 52 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (540) 265-5980 |
| Medi Home Health Agency | Pulaski, VA | 0.6 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (540) 382-5637 |
| Interim Healthcare | Dublin, VA | 5.6 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (276) 200-2606 |
| Advanced Health Services | Roanoke, VA | 47 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy | (540) 994-9811 |
| Carilion Home Care Services | Radford, VA | 12 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (540) 633-9330 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Pulaski. 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 Pulaski
At the Virginia median aide wage of $14.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,263 a month in wages, which is 47% of the $2,687 monthly median income of Pulaski households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Virginia's minimum wage is $12.77 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 Consumer directed care in Virginia: how relatives are paid to give care through CCC Plus.
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 Pulaski: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Pulaski?
Lewisgale Hospital Pulaski in Pulaski, about 0.6 mi in a straight line from the center of Pulaski (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (540) 994-8100. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Pulaski?
Medicare lists 13 certified agencies whose service area includes Pulaski ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (4.5 of 5), Amedisys Home Health Care (4.5 of 5), Medi Home Health Agency (3.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Pulaski?
At the Virginia median aide wage of $14.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,263 a month in wages, which is 47% of the $2,687 monthly median income of Pulaski households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Virginia's minimum wage is $12.77 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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