Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in San Jose, 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 Jose for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in San Jose, CA: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Kaiser Foundation Hospital-San Jose in San Jose, about 4.6 mi away in a straight line, followed by Good Samaritan Hospital (6.6 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 135 certified home health agencies whose service area includes San Jose. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
San Jose compared with Santa Clara County and California
| Census figure | San Jose | Santa Clara County | California |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 34% | 31% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 15% | 16% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 18% | 19% | 23% |
| Households with no vehicle | 6.1% | 6.0% | 7.1% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.8% | 2.0% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 11% | 9.4% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $82,270 | $92,440 | — |
Older residents in towns around San Jose
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alum Rock, CA | 5.1 mi | 1,935 | 31% |
| East Foothills, CA | 6.0 mi | 1,233 | 20% |
| Cambrian Park, CA | 6.9 mi | 630 | 37% |
| Campbell, CA | 7.7 mi | 7,117 | 31% |
| Los Gatos, CA | 9.1 mi | 6,800 | 25% |
| Santa Clara, CA | 9.7 mi | 14,863 | 30% |
Hospitals near San Jose
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital-San Jose | San Jose, CA | 4.6 mi | 3 of 5 | (408) 972-7000 |
| Good Samaritan Hospital | San Jose, CA | 6.6 mi | 2 of 5 | (408) 559-2011 |
| Santa Clara Valley Medical Center | San Jose, CA | 6.8 mi | 2 of 5 | (408) 885-5000 |
| Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital | Hollister, CA | 8.6 mi | not rated | (831) 637-5711 |
Home health agencies serving San Jose
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Patrick Home Health Providers, Inc | San Jose, CA | 5.3 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (886) 282-2057 |
| Helenium Home Health, Inc. | San Jose, CA | 7.2 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (408) 326-2971 |
| St Joseph Home Health | Milpitas, CA | 11 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (408) 244-5488 |
| Grace Community Home Health Inc. | Mountain View, CA | 16 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (650) 784-0082 |
| National Home Health Services-West, Inc | Fremont, CA | 18 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (415) 812-2955 |
| Care In Touch Home Health Agency | Fremont, CA | 18 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (510) 651-8500 |
Straight-line miles from the center of San Jose. 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 Jose
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 21% of the $6,856 monthly median income of San Jose 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 Jose: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to San Jose?
Kaiser Foundation Hospital-San Jose in San Jose, about 4.6 mi in a straight line from the center of San Jose (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (408) 972-7000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve San Jose?
Medicare lists 135 certified agencies whose service area includes San Jose ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include St. Patrick Home Health Providers, Inc (5 of 5), Helenium Home Health, Inc. (5 of 5), St Joseph Home Health (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in San Jose?
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 21% of the $6,856 monthly median income of San Jose 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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Post-Surgery Care in nearby cities
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- Post-Surgery Care in Los Gatos, CA
- Post-Surgery Care in Santa Clara, CA
- Post-Surgery Care in Monte Sereno, CA
- Post-Surgery Care in Milpitas, CA
- Post-Surgery Care in Saratoga, CA
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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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