Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Shark River Hills, NJ
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 Shark River Hills for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Shark River Hills, NJ: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune, about 1.2 mi away in a straight line, followed by Monmouth Medical Center (8.0 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 3 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Shark River Hills. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Shark River Hills compared with Monmouth County and New Jersey
| Census figure | Shark River Hills | Monmouth County | New Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 18% | 27% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 23% | 19% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 29% | 28% | 27% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.2% | 6.4% | 11% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.2% | 2.3% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 1.5% | 6.9% | 9.7% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $78,214 | $82,095 | — |
Older residents in towns around Shark River Hills
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neptune City, NJ | 0.9 mi | 614 | 23% |
| Belmar, NJ | 1.5 mi | 1,187 | 19% |
| West Belmar, NJ | 1.6 mi | 774 | 37% |
| Bradley Beach, NJ | 2.0 mi | 1,062 | 13% |
| Ocean Grove, NJ | 2.5 mi | 1,129 | 13% |
| Spring Lake, NJ | 2.9 mi | 1,029 | 28% |
Hospitals near Shark River Hills
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jersey Shore University Medical Center | Neptune, NJ | 1.2 mi | 4 of 5 | (732) 775-5500 |
| Monmouth Medical Center | Long Branch, NJ | 8.0 mi | 3 of 5 | (732) 222-5200 |
| Ocean Medical Center | Brick, NJ | 8.1 mi | 4 of 5 | (732) 840-2200 |
| Monmouth Medical Center-Southern Campus | Lakewood, NJ | 11 mi | 3 of 5 | (732) 363-1900 |
Home health agencies serving Shark River Hills
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visiting Nurse Association Of Central Jersey Home Care And Hospice | Toms River, NJ | 16 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (732) 818-6872 |
| Bayada Home Health Care, Inc. | Cranford, NJ | 35 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (908) 352-5694 |
| Hackensack Meridian At Home Monmouth County | Neptune, NJ | 1.7 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (732) 751-3700 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Shark River Hills. 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 Shark River Hills
At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages, which is 24% of the $6,518 monthly median income of Shark River Hills households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 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 Shark River Hills: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Shark River Hills?
Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune, about 1.2 mi in a straight line from the center of Shark River Hills (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (732) 775-5500. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Shark River Hills?
Medicare lists 3 certified agencies whose service area includes Shark River Hills ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Visiting Nurse Association Of Central Jersey Home Care And Hospice (4 of 5), Bayada Home Health Care, Inc. (4 of 5), Hackensack Meridian At Home Monmouth County (3 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Shark River Hills?
At the New Jersey median aide wage of $17.83 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,545 a month in wages, which is 24% of the $6,518 monthly median income of Shark River Hills households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. New Jersey's minimum wage is $15.92 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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