Redmond, Washington

Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Redmond, WA

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 Redmond for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.

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Local figures

Post-Surgery Care in Redmond, WA: the local picture

4.7 mi
to the nearest hospital with an emergency department (Kirkland)
12
Medicare-certified home health agencies list Redmond ZIP codes in their service area
27%
of residents 65+ report a disability (30% in King County)
8,025
residents 65 or older (10% of Redmond)

The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Evergreenhealth Medical Center in Kirkland, about 4.7 mi away in a straight line, followed by Overlake Hospital Medical Center & Clinics (6.1 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.

Medicare lists 12 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Redmond. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.

Redmond compared with King County and Washington

Census figureRedmondKing CountyWashington
Residents 65+ with a disability27%30%33%
Residents 65 or older10%14%17%
Residents 65+ in households who live alone27%28%26%
Households with no vehicle7.6%11%7.1%
Residents 85 or older1.6%1.7%1.8%
Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.)10%9.3%8.9%
Median income, households headed by someone 65+$71,117$76,893—

Older residents in towns around Redmond

TownDistanceResidents 65+65+ with a disability
Union Hill-Novelty Hill, WA4.3 mi4,74621%
Kirkland, WA4.3 mi13,18426%
Cottage Lake, WA5.1 mi4,08015%
Woodinville, WA5.7 mi2,07030%
Clyde Hill, WA5.8 mi71521%
Bellevue, WA5.9 mi22,40428%

Hospitals near Redmond

Hospital with an emergency departmentTownDistanceCMS overall ratingPhone
Evergreenhealth Medical CenterKirkland, WA4.7 mi5 of 5(425) 899-1000
Overlake Hospital Medical Center & ClinicsBellevue, WA6.1 mi2 of 5(425) 688-5000
Seattle Children's HospitalSeattle, WA8.8 minot rated(206) 987-2000
Kaiser Permanente Central HospitalSeattle, WA9.1 minot rated(206) 326-3000

Home health agencies serving Redmond

AgencyOfficeDistanceCMS quality starsServices listedPhone
Eden Home HealthTukwila, WA3.4 mi4.5 of 5nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides(360) 717-8161
Evergreenhealth Home Care ServicesKirkland, WA4.7 mi4.5 of 5nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides(425) 899-3300
Kline Galland Home HealthSeattle, WA13 mi4.5 of 5nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides(206) 805-1930
Amedisys Home HealthBellevue, WA5.0 mi4 of 5nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work(225) 292-2031
Alpha Home Health, King CountyEverett, WA16 mi3.5 of 5nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides(206) 452-0058
Providence At Home With Compassus Home Health, KingTukwila, WA16 mi3.5 of 5nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides(425) 525-6800

Straight-line miles from the center of Redmond. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.

What it covers

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
Cost

What post-surgery care costs in Redmond

At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 34% of the $5,926 monthly median income of Redmond households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 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.

Before you hire

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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Questions

Post-Surgery Care in Redmond: common questions

Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Redmond?

Evergreenhealth Medical Center in Kirkland, about 4.7 mi in a straight line from the center of Redmond (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (425) 899-1000. In an emergency, call 911.

Which home health agencies serve Redmond?

Medicare lists 12 certified agencies whose service area includes Redmond ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Eden Home Health (4.5 of 5), Evergreenhealth Home Care Services (4.5 of 5), Kline Galland Home Health (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.

How much does post-surgery care cost in Redmond?

At the Washington median aide wage of $22.95 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,989 a month in wages, which is 34% of the $5,926 monthly median income of Redmond households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Washington's minimum wage is $17.13 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.

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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