Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Santa Claus, IN
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 Santa Claus for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Santa Claus, IN: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Perry County Memorial Hospital in Tell City, about 14 mi away in a straight line, followed by Memorial Hospital And Health Care Center (17 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 5 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Santa Claus. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Santa Claus compared with Spencer County and Indiana
| Census figure | Santa Claus | Spencer County | Indiana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 27% | 32% | 33% |
| Residents 65 or older | 22% | 21% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 17% | 27% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.2% | 2.7% | 6.2% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.3% | 1.8% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 13% | 11% | 9.1% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $68,036 | $49,415 | — |
Older residents in towns around Santa Claus
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huntingburg, IN | 13 mi | 838 | 33% |
| Tell City, IN | 15 mi | 1,637 | 43% |
| Jasper, IN | 19 mi | 3,119 | 34% |
| Boonville, IN | 20 mi | 1,399 | 37% |
| Thruston, KY | 23 mi | 271 | 28% |
| Chandler, IN | 25 mi | 316 | 46% |
Hospitals near Santa Claus
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perry County Memorial Hospital | Tell City, IN | 14 mi | 2 of 5 | (812) 547-7011 |
| Memorial Hospital And Health Care Center | Jasper, IN | 17 mi | 4 of 5 | (812) 996-2345 |
| Ascension St Vincent Warrick | Boonville, IN | 19 mi | not rated | (812) 897-4800 |
| Owensboro Health Regional Hospital | Owensboro, KY | 26 mi | 2 of 5 | (270) 417-2000 |
Home health agencies serving Santa Claus
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascension At Home | Evansville, IN | 32 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (812) 774-9760 |
| Angels Care Home Health | Evansville, IN | 32 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (812) 477-1555 |
| Deaconess Home Health, LLC | Evansville, IN | 32 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (812) 425-3561 |
| Summit Home Care | Indianapolis, IN | 125 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (317) 245-7236 |
| Perry County Memorial Hospital Home Care Services | Tell City, IN | 14 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (812) 547-7011 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Santa Claus. 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 Santa Claus
At the Indiana median aide wage of $16.86 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,461 a month in wages, which is 26% of the $5,670 monthly median income of Santa Claus households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Indiana's minimum wage is $7.25 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 Santa Claus: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Santa Claus?
Perry County Memorial Hospital in Tell City, about 14 mi in a straight line from the center of Santa Claus (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (812) 547-7011. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Santa Claus?
Medicare lists 5 certified agencies whose service area includes Santa Claus ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Ascension At Home (4.5 of 5), Angels Care Home Health (4 of 5), Deaconess Home Health, LLC (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Santa Claus?
At the Indiana median aide wage of $16.86 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,461 a month in wages, which is 26% of the $5,670 monthly median income of Santa Claus households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Indiana's minimum wage is $7.25 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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