Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Red Bay, AL
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 Red Bay for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Red Bay, AL: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Red Bay Hospital in Red Bay, about 1.7 mi away in a straight line, followed by Marion Regional Medical Center (21 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 Red Bay. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Red Bay compared with Franklin County and Alabama
| Census figure | Red Bay | Franklin County | Alabama |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 29% | 41% | 38% |
| Residents 65 or older | 20% | 17% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 37% | 32% | 29% |
| Households with no vehicle | 8.8% | 7.7% | 5.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.9% | 1.9% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 5.1% | 11% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $43,214 | $40,526 | — |
Older residents in towns around Red Bay
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fulton, MS | 19 mi | 889 | 29% |
| Hamilton, AL | 23 mi | 1,629 | 60% |
| Russellville, AL | 24 mi | 1,593 | 47% |
| Iuka, MS | 26 mi | 798 | 51% |
| Booneville, MS | 29 mi | 1,373 | 40% |
| Baldwyn, MS | 29 mi | 591 | 54% |
Hospitals near Red Bay
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Bay Hospital | Red Bay, AL | 1.7 mi | not rated | (256) 356-9532 |
| Marion Regional Medical Center | Hamilton, AL | 21 mi | 3 of 5 | (205) 921-6200 |
| Russellville Hospital | Russellville, AL | 24 mi | 4 of 5 | (256) 332-1611 |
| Tishomingo Health Services Inc | Iuka, MS | 26 mi | 2 of 5 | (662) 423-6051 |
Home health agencies serving Red Bay
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Moulton, AL | 52 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (256) 974-2741 |
| Amedisys Home Health, A Lawrence Medical Center Partner | Moulton, AL | 52 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (256) 974-2298 |
| Keller Home Care | Red Bay, AL | 1.7 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (256) 356-8160 |
| Northwest Home Health | Russellville, AL | 24 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, home health aides | (256) 331-0006 |
| Enhabit Home Health | Decatur, AL | 66 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (256) 355-5746 |
| Alabama Homecare Hamilton | Hamilton, AL | 21 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (205) 921-0391 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Red Bay. 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 Red Bay
At the Alabama median aide wage of $13.39 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,160 a month in wages, which is 32% of the $3,601 monthly median income of Red Bay households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Alabama has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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 Red Bay: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Red Bay?
Red Bay Hospital in Red Bay, about 1.7 mi in a straight line from the center of Red Bay (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (256) 356-9532. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Red Bay?
Medicare lists 7 certified agencies whose service area includes Red Bay ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (4.5 of 5), Amedisys Home Health, A Lawrence Medical Center Partner (4 of 5), Keller Home Care (3.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Red Bay?
At the Alabama median aide wage of $13.39 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,160 a month in wages, which is 32% of the $3,601 monthly median income of Red Bay households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Alabama has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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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- Post-Surgery Care in Iuka, MS
- Post-Surgery Care in Booneville, MS
- Post-Surgery Care in Baldwyn, MS
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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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