Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Santa Rita Ranch, TX
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 Rita Ranch for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Santa Rita Ranch, TX: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Ascension Seton Cedar Park in Cedar Park, about 11 mi away in a straight line, followed by Texas Childrens Hospital North Austin Campus (12 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 67 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Santa Rita Ranch. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Santa Rita Ranch compared with Williamson County and Texas
| Census figure | Santa Rita Ranch | Williamson County | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 31% | 29% | 35% |
| Residents 65 or older | 4.2% | 13% | 13% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 10% | 23% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 0.0% | 3.0% | 5.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 2.9% | 7.0% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $128,875 | $75,134 | — |
Older residents in towns around Santa Rita Ranch
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty Hill, TX | 4.5 mi | 462 | 30% |
| Leander, TX | 6.4 mi | 6,286 | 26% |
| Georgetown, TX | 7.8 mi | 22,534 | 30% |
| Cedar Park, TX | 11 mi | 8,846 | 30% |
| Brushy Creek, TX | 12 mi | 2,133 | 26% |
| Round Rock, TX | 14 mi | 14,300 | 32% |
Hospitals near Santa Rita Ranch
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascension Seton Cedar Park | Cedar Park, TX | 11 mi | 3 of 5 | (512) 528-7000 |
| Texas Childrens Hospital North Austin Campus | Austin, TX | 12 mi | not rated | (832) 824-1100 |
| Round Rock Medical Center | Round Rock, TX | 14 mi | 3 of 5 | (512) 341-1000 |
| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Round Rock | Round Rock, TX | 14 mi | 4 of 5 | (512) 509-0401 |
Home health agencies serving Santa Rita Ranch
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royalty Care Home Health Services Inc | Round Rock, TX | 14 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (512) 244-4254 |
| Paradigm Home Health | Whitney, TX | 95 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (254) 694-1447 |
| Angels Care Home Health Of College Station | Georgetown, TX | 9.7 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (979) 690-8399 |
| Elara Caring | Round Rock, TX | 14 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (512) 733-1515 |
| Gilead Home Health | Round Rock, TX | 14 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (512) 323-5858 |
| Accentcare Health | Round Rock, TX | 14 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (512) 238-6000 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Santa Rita Ranch. 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 Rita Ranch
At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 9% of the $10,740 monthly median income of Santa Rita Ranch households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas'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 STAR+PLUS in Texas: using consumer directed services to pay a family caregiver.
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 Rita Ranch: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Santa Rita Ranch?
Ascension Seton Cedar Park in Cedar Park, about 11 mi in a straight line from the center of Santa Rita Ranch (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (512) 528-7000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Santa Rita Ranch?
Medicare lists 67 certified agencies whose service area includes Santa Rita Ranch ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Royalty Care Home Health Services Inc (5 of 5), Paradigm Home Health (5 of 5), Angels Care Home Health Of College Station (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Santa Rita Ranch?
At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 9% of the $10,740 monthly median income of Santa Rita Ranch households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas'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 (small-place figures carry wide margins of error); 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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