Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in San Dimas, CA
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 San Dimas for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in San Dimas, CA: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is San Dimas Community Hospital in San Dimas, about 0.6 mi away in a straight line, followed by Aurora Charter Oak (2.9 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 249 certified home health agencies whose service area includes San Dimas. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
San Dimas compared with Los Angeles County and California
| Census figure | San Dimas | Los Angeles County | California |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 34% | 34% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 20% | 15% | 16% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 24% | 22% | 23% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.3% | 8.9% | 7.1% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.3% | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 8.0% | 15% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $67,179 | $64,269 | — |
Older residents in towns around San Dimas
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Verne, CA | 2.4 mi | 7,419 | 32% |
| Charter Oak, CA | 2.8 mi | 1,415 | 39% |
| Glendora, CA | 3.4 mi | 8,744 | 31% |
| Pomona, CA | 4.4 mi | 19,870 | 36% |
| Covina, CA | 4.4 mi | 7,459 | 39% |
| Citrus, CA | 4.8 mi | 1,296 | 49% |
Hospitals near San Dimas
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Dimas Community Hospital | San Dimas, CA | 0.6 mi | 2 of 5 | (909) 599-6811 |
| Aurora Charter Oak | Covina, CA | 2.9 mi | not rated | (626) 966-1632 |
| Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center | Pomona, CA | 4.5 mi | 3 of 5 | (909) 865-9500 |
| Emanate Health Inter-Community Hospital | Covina, CA | 4.6 mi | 1 of 5 | (626) 814-2468 |
Home health agencies serving San Dimas
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Home Health, Inc | Pasadena, CA | 20 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (626) 227-6218 |
| Home Care Excellence Health Services, Inc | Cerritos, CA | 22 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (562) 860-3424 |
| Good Life Home Health Care Services, Inc | Los Angeles, CA | 23 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (323) 478-9471 |
| First Signature Home Health Care, Inc. | Glendale, CA | 25 mi | 5 of 5 | — | (760) 254-8460 |
| Excell Home Care Inc | Paramount, CA | 25 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (562) 988-3370 |
| V & V Home Health Inc | Glendale, CA | 26 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (818) 918-1592 |
Straight-line miles from the center of San Dimas. 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 San Dimas
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages, which is 26% of the $5,598 monthly median income of San Dimas households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 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 How to get paid to care for a family member in California: IHSS, VA, Paid Family Leave.
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 San Dimas: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to San Dimas?
San Dimas Community Hospital in San Dimas, about 0.6 mi in a straight line from the center of San Dimas (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (909) 599-6811. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve San Dimas?
Medicare lists 249 certified agencies whose service area includes San Dimas ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Executive Home Health, Inc (5 of 5), Home Care Excellence Health Services, Inc (5 of 5), Good Life Home Health Care Services, Inc (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in San Dimas?
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages, which is 26% of the $5,598 monthly median income of San Dimas households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 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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