Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Seminole, TX
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Post-Surgery Care in Seminole, TX: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Memorial Hospital in Seminole, about 1.9 mi away in a straight line, followed by Yoakum County Hospital (20 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 11 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Seminole. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Seminole compared with Gaines County and Texas
| Census figure | Seminole | Gaines County | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 47% | 48% | 35% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 9.7% | 13% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 49% | 31% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 8.0% | 5.6% | 5.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.5% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 11% | 9.5% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $28,683 | $29,942 | — |
Older residents in towns around Seminole
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seagraves, TX | 16 mi | 315 | 50% |
| Denver City, TX | 20 mi | 574 | 13% |
| North Hobbs, NM | 28 mi | 665 | 28% |
| Andrews, TX | 28 mi | 1,287 | 35% |
| Hobbs, NM | 30 mi | 4,786 | 43% |
| Eunice, NM | 35 mi | 385 | 58% |
Hospitals near Seminole
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Hospital | Seminole, TX | 1.9 mi | not rated | (432) 758-5811 |
| Yoakum County Hospital | Denver City, TX | 20 mi | not rated | (806) 592-2121 |
| Covenant Health Hobbs Hospital | Hobbs, NM | 28 mi | 3 of 5 | (575) 492-5000 |
| Permian Regional Medical Center Andrews County Ho | Andrews, TX | 29 mi | not rated | (432) 523-2200 |
Home health agencies serving Seminole
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compassion Home Health Care | Lubbock, TX | 71 mi | 4.5 of 5 | — | (806) 712-1110 |
| Calvert Home Health Care Ltd | Crosbyton, TX | 105 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (806) 675-7321 |
| Calvert Home Health Care, LLC | Lubbock, TX | 71 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (806) 747-8972 |
| Excelacare Home Health | Lubbock, TX | 71 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (806) 791-0042 |
| Accentcare Health | Lubbock, TX | 72 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (806) 791-2100 |
| Excelacare Home Health | Brownfield, TX | 38 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (806) 637-0063 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Seminole. 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 Seminole
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 42% of the $2,390 monthly median income of Seminole 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 Seminole: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Seminole?
Memorial Hospital in Seminole, about 1.9 mi in a straight line from the center of Seminole (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (432) 758-5811. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Seminole?
Medicare lists 11 certified agencies whose service area includes Seminole ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Compassion Home Health Care (4.5 of 5), Calvert Home Health Care Ltd (4.5 of 5), Calvert Home Health Care, LLC (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Seminole?
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 42% of the $2,390 monthly median income of Seminole 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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Post-Surgery Care in nearby cities
- Post-Surgery Care in Seagraves, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Denver City, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in North Hobbs, NM
- Post-Surgery Care in Andrews, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Hobbs, NM
- Post-Surgery Care in Eunice, NM
- Post-Surgery Care in Brownfield, TX
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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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