Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Selmer, TN
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 Selmer for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Selmer, TN: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, about 20 mi away in a straight line, followed by Hardin Medical Center (22 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 9 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Selmer. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Selmer compared with McNairy County and Tennessee
| Census figure | Selmer | McNairy County | Tennessee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 30% | 29% | 36% |
| Residents 65 or older | 20% | 21% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 41% | 32% | 29% |
| Households with no vehicle | 8.9% | 4.6% | 5.2% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.2% | 1.7% | 1.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 28% | 16% | 11% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $26,959 | $32,534 | — |
Older residents in towns around Selmer
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corinth, MS | 16 mi | 2,834 | 46% |
| Henderson, TN | 19 mi | 925 | 24% |
| Savannah, TN | 21 mi | 1,398 | 33% |
| Bolivar, TN | 24 mi | 991 | 39% |
| Whiteville, TN | 33 mi | 336 | 57% |
| Iuka, MS | 34 mi | 798 | 51% |
Hospitals near Selmer
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magnolia Regional Health Center | Corinth, MS | 20 mi | 2 of 5 | (662) 293-1000 |
| Hardin Medical Center | Savannah, TN | 22 mi | 2 of 5 | (731) 926-8121 |
| West Tennessee Healthcare Bolivar Hospital | Bolivar, TN | 24 mi | not rated | (731) 658-3100 |
| Jackson-Madison County General Hospital | Jackson, TN | 33 mi | 3 of 5 | (731) 541-5000 |
Home health agencies serving Selmer
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hmc Home Health, LLC | Savannah, TN | 22 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (731) 925-0276 |
| Deaconess Homecare | Savannah, TN | 22 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (731) 925-6626 |
| Beacon Home Health | Jackson, TN | 38 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (731) 664-2264 |
| Adoration Home Health Brownsville | Brownsville, TN | 48 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides | (731) 772-9474 |
| Tennessee Quality Care - Home Health | Parsons, TN | 44 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (615) 656-3658 |
| Volunteer Homecare Of West TN | Parsons, TN | 44 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (731) 847-8250 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Selmer. 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 Selmer
At the Tennessee median aide wage of $15.45 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,339 a month in wages, which is 60% of the $2,247 monthly median income of Selmer households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Tennessee has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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 TennCare CHOICES: how to get paid to care for a family member in Tennessee.
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 Selmer: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Selmer?
Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth, about 20 mi in a straight line from the center of Selmer (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (662) 293-1000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Selmer?
Medicare lists 9 certified agencies whose service area includes Selmer ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Hmc Home Health, LLC (5 of 5), Deaconess Homecare (4.5 of 5), Beacon Home Health (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Selmer?
At the Tennessee median aide wage of $15.45 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,339 a month in wages, which is 60% of the $2,247 monthly median income of Selmer households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Tennessee has no state minimum wage law, so the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour applies to employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S. Department of Labor).
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 Iuka, MS
- Post-Surgery Care in Lexington, TN
- Post-Surgery Care in Booneville, MS
- Post-Surgery Care in Ripley, MS
- Post-Surgery Care in Jackson, TN
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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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