Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Riverdale, IL
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 Riverdale for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Riverdale, IL: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Ingalls Memorial Hospital in Harvey, about 2.4 mi away in a straight line, followed by Roseland Community Hospital (3.6 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 169 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Riverdale. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Riverdale compared with Cook County and Illinois
| Census figure | Riverdale | Cook County | Illinois |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 41% | 32% | 32% |
| Residents 65 or older | 11% | 16% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 31% | 32% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 21% | 18% | 11% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.5% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 28% | 13% | 10% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $42,528 | $56,774 | — |
Older residents in towns around Riverdale
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dixmoor, IL | 1.8 mi | 427 | 44% |
| Calumet Park, IL | 2.0 mi | 1,176 | 31% |
| Dolton, IL | 2.2 mi | 3,929 | 35% |
| Blue Island, IL | 2.6 mi | 3,157 | 35% |
| Harvey, IL | 2.6 mi | 3,250 | 47% |
| Posen, IL | 2.8 mi | 407 | 36% |
Hospitals near Riverdale
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ingalls Memorial Hospital | Harvey, IL | 2.4 mi | 2 of 5 | (708) 333-2300 |
| Roseland Community Hospital | Chicago, IL | 3.6 mi | 1 of 5 | (773) 995-3000 |
| Osf Little Company Of Mary Medical Center | Evergreen Park, IL | 6.5 mi | 2 of 5 | (708) 422-6200 |
| Advocate Trinity Hospital | Chicago, IL | 7.1 mi | 2 of 5 | (773) 967-5002 |
Home health agencies serving Riverdale
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compassionate Professional Home Care, Inc | Lansing, IL | 7.1 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (708) 832-8206 |
| Accord Home Health Services, Inc | Tinley Park, IL | 9.7 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (708) 481-6604 |
| Mhn My Home Nurses | Chicago, IL | 11 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (708) 801-8662 |
| Home Care Experts | Burr Ridge, IL | 17 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (224) 500-2625 |
| Valentine Home Health Care, Inc | Lemont, IL | 18 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (630) 440-1316 |
| Greatland Home Health Services, Inc | Naperville, IL | 27 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (630) 548-2126 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Riverdale. 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 Riverdale
At the Illinois median aide wage of $18.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,586 a month in wages, which is 45% of the $3,544 monthly median income of Riverdale households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Illinois'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 Riverdale: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Riverdale?
Ingalls Memorial Hospital in Harvey, about 2.4 mi in a straight line from the center of Riverdale (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (708) 333-2300. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Riverdale?
Medicare lists 169 certified agencies whose service area includes Riverdale ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Compassionate Professional Home Care, Inc (5 of 5), Accord Home Health Services, Inc (5 of 5), Mhn My Home Nurses (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Riverdale?
At the Illinois median aide wage of $18.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,586 a month in wages, which is 45% of the $3,544 monthly median income of Riverdale households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Illinois'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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