Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Rising Sun-Lebanon, DE
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Post-Surgery Care in Rising Sun-Lebanon, DE: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Bayhealth Medical Center, Kent Campus in Dover, about 3.9 mi away in a straight line, followed by Bayhealth Hospital, Sussex Campus (13 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 Rising Sun-Lebanon. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Rising Sun-Lebanon compared with Kent County and Delaware
| Census figure | Rising Sun-Lebanon | Kent County | Delaware |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 54% | 37% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 13% | 18% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 19% | 27% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.0% | 6.6% | 6.2% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.6% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 0.0% | 8.6% | 7.6% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $56,521 | $58,403 | — |
Older residents in towns around Rising Sun-Lebanon
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Acres, DE | 1.3 mi | 928 | 45% |
| Dover Base Housing, DE | 1.7 mi | 69 | 0.0% |
| Camden, DE | 2.7 mi | 925 | 33% |
| Dover, DE | 4.3 mi | 6,984 | 44% |
| Riverview, DE | 4.8 mi | 612 | 23% |
| Harrington, DE | 13 mi | 508 | 61% |
Hospitals near Rising Sun-Lebanon
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayhealth Medical Center, Kent Campus | Dover, DE | 3.9 mi | 2 of 5 | (302) 744-7001 |
| Bayhealth Hospital, Sussex Campus | Milford, DE | 13 mi | 3 of 5 | (302) 422-3311 |
| Beebe Medical Center | Lewes, DE | 31 mi | 3 of 5 | (302) 645-3300 |
| University Of Md Shore Medical Ctr At Chestertown | Chestertown, MD | 32 mi | 5 of 5 | (410) 778-7668 |
Home health agencies serving Rising Sun-Lebanon
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amedisys Delaware, LLC | Dover, DE | 6.4 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (302) 678-4764 |
| Aveanna Home Healthcare | Milford, DE | 13 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (302) 514-9597 |
| Bayada Home Health Care At Bayhealth | Dover, DE | 3.9 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (302) 744-7300 |
| Homecall | Bear, DE | 36 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (302) 966-9604 |
| Christianacare Homehealth | Camden, DE | 4.8 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (302) 698-4300 |
| Christianacare Homehealth | Wilmington, DE | 48 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (302) 327-5200 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Rising Sun-Lebanon. 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 Rising Sun-Lebanon
At the Delaware median aide wage of $16.50 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,430 a month in wages, which is 30% of the $4,710 monthly median income of Rising Sun-Lebanon households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Delaware'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 Rising Sun-Lebanon: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Rising Sun-Lebanon?
Bayhealth Medical Center, Kent Campus in Dover, about 3.9 mi in a straight line from the center of Rising Sun-Lebanon (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (302) 744-7001. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Rising Sun-Lebanon?
Medicare lists 12 certified agencies whose service area includes Rising Sun-Lebanon ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Amedisys Delaware, LLC (4.5 of 5), Aveanna Home Healthcare (4.5 of 5), Bayada Home Health Care At Bayhealth (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Rising Sun-Lebanon?
At the Delaware median aide wage of $16.50 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,430 a month in wages, which is 30% of the $4,710 monthly median income of Rising Sun-Lebanon households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Delaware'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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