Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Shively, KY
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 Shively for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Shively, KY: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Uofl Health - Jewish Hospital And Mary & Elizabeth Hospital in Louisville, about 5.1 mi away in a straight line, followed by Norton Hospitals, Inc (5.1 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 8 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Shively. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Shively compared with Jefferson County and Kentucky
| Census figure | Shively | Jefferson County | Kentucky |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 38% | 33% | 39% |
| Residents 65 or older | 23% | 17% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 40% | 35% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 8.0% | 8.7% | 6.8% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.0% | 1.8% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 20% | 11% | 13% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $34,858 | $52,849 | — |
Older residents in towns around Shively
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Albany, IN | 7.9 mi | 6,729 | 44% |
| Clarksville, IN | 8.9 mi | 3,568 | 40% |
| Louisville, KY | 9.3 mi | 101,891 | 34% |
| Indian Hills, KY | 9.9 mi | 809 | 24% |
| Floyds Knobs, IN | 10 mi | 753 | 27% |
| St. Matthews, KY | 10 mi | 3,245 | 36% |
Hospitals near Shively
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uofl Health - Jewish Hospital And Mary & Elizabeth Hospital | Louisville, KY | 5.1 mi | 2 of 5 | (502) 587-4011 |
| Norton Hospitals, Inc | Louisville, KY | 5.1 mi | 2 of 5 | (502) 629-8000 |
| University Of Louisville Hospital | Louisville, KY | 5.1 mi | 1 of 5 | (502) 562-3000 |
| Louisville Va Medical Center | Louisville, KY | 7.0 mi | 5 of 5 | (502) 287-4000 |
Home health agencies serving Shively
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Louisville, KY | 9.2 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (502) 895-4213 |
| Amedisys Sp-KY, LLC Dba Adoration Home Health | Louisville, KY | 8.1 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (502) 933-1311 |
| Kort | Jeffersonville, IN | 8.6 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy | (812) 948-0549 |
| Amedisys Sp-KY, LLC Dba Adoration Home Health | Louisville, KY | 11 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (502) 429-4550 |
| Baptist Health Home Care KY, LLC Dba Baptist Home Health Care | Louisville, KY | 9.2 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (502) 454-5656 |
| Saint Joseph-Anc Home Care Services, LLC D/B/A Commonspirit At Home- Louisville | Louisville, KY | 12 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (502) 584-2456 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Shively. 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 Shively
At the Kentucky median aide wage of $17.52 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,518 a month in wages, which is 52% of the $2,905 monthly median income of Shively households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Kentucky'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 How to get paid to care for a family member in Kentucky: Participant Directed Services.
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 Shively: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Shively?
Uofl Health - Jewish Hospital And Mary & Elizabeth Hospital in Louisville, about 5.1 mi in a straight line from the center of Shively (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (502) 587-4011. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Shively?
Medicare lists 8 certified agencies whose service area includes Shively ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (4.5 of 5), Amedisys Sp-KY, LLC Dba Adoration Home Health (4 of 5), Kort (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Shively?
At the Kentucky median aide wage of $17.52 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,518 a month in wages, which is 52% of the $2,905 monthly median income of Shively households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Kentucky'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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