Robinson, Illinois

Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Robinson, 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 Robinson for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.

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Local figures

Post-Surgery Care in Robinson, IL: the local picture

0.8 mi
to the nearest hospital with an emergency department (Robinson)
7
Medicare-certified home health agencies list Robinson ZIP codes in their service area
23%
of residents 65+ report a disability (27% in Crawford County)
1,306
residents 65 or older (18% of Robinson)

The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Crawford Memorial Hospital in Robinson, about 0.8 mi away in a straight line, followed by Sullivan County Community Hospital (19 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 Robinson. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.

Robinson compared with Crawford County and Illinois

Census figureRobinsonCrawford CountyIllinois
Residents 65+ with a disability23%27%32%
Residents 65 or older18%20%17%
Residents 65+ in households who live alone40%35%30%
Households with no vehicle4.6%6.1%11%
Residents 85 or older2.5%2.1%2.0%
Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.)11%9.9%10%
Median income, households headed by someone 65+$56,026$56,250—

Older residents in towns around Robinson

TownDistanceResidents 65+65+ with a disability
Sullivan, IN19 mi81735%
Lawrenceville, IL20 mi79441%
Newton, IL23 mi62847%
Vincennes, IN26 mi2,76641%
Olney, IL27 mi1,85336%
Marshall, IL27 mi89623%

Hospitals near Robinson

Hospital with an emergency departmentTownDistanceCMS overall ratingPhone
Crawford Memorial HospitalRobinson, IL0.8 mi4 of 5(618) 544-3131
Sullivan County Community HospitalSullivan, IN19 minot rated(812) 268-4311
Lawrence County Memorial HospitalLawrenceville, IL19 minot rated(618) 943-1000
Good Samaritan HospitalVincennes, IN26 mi2 of 5(812) 882-5220

Home health agencies serving Robinson

AgencyOfficeDistanceCMS quality starsServices listedPhone
Good Samaritan Home Care ServicesLawrenceville, IL19 mi4 of 5nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy(618) 943-4428
Good Samaritan Home Care Services Of Vincennes InVincennes, IN26 mi4 of 5nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides(812) 885-2767
Sarah Bush Lincoln Home CareCharleston, IL41 mi3 of 5nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides(217) 234-4418
Hshs Home Care IllinoisEffingham, IL45 mi3 of 5nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides(217) 347-1777
Carle Home CareChampaign, IL83 mi3 of 5nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides(217) 383-3488
Lhc-Illinois Home Health CareMarion, IL110 mi3 of 5nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy(618) 997-6565

Straight-line miles from the center of Robinson. 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 Robinson

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 34% of the $4,669 monthly median income of Robinson 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.

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 Robinson: common questions

Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Robinson?

Crawford Memorial Hospital in Robinson, about 0.8 mi in a straight line from the center of Robinson (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (618) 544-3131. In an emergency, call 911.

Which home health agencies serve Robinson?

Medicare lists 7 certified agencies whose service area includes Robinson ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Good Samaritan Home Care Services (4 of 5), Good Samaritan Home Care Services Of Vincennes In (4 of 5), Sarah Bush Lincoln Home Care (3 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.

How much does post-surgery care cost in Robinson?

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 34% of the $4,669 monthly median income of Robinson 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.

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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