Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Short Hills, NJ
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Post-Surgery Care in Short Hills, NJ: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Overlook Medical Center in Summit, about 2.6 mi away in a straight line, followed by Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center (3.5 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 5 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Short Hills. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Short Hills compared with Essex County and New Jersey
| Census figure | Short Hills | Essex County | New Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 21% | 33% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 12% | 14% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 15% | 31% | 27% |
| Households with no vehicle | 2.0% | 21% | 11% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.1% | 1.7% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 2.1% | 15% | 9.7% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $240,781 | $61,232 | — |
Older residents in towns around Short Hills
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summit, NJ | 2.5 mi | 3,305 | 24% |
| Vauxhall, NJ | 2.7 mi | 769 | 19% |
| Chatham, NJ | 3.0 mi | 957 | 27% |
| Union, NJ | 4.2 mi | 269 | 56% |
| Florham Park, NJ | 4.3 mi | 2,872 | 21% |
| Mountainside, NJ | 4.4 mi | 1,709 | 32% |
Hospitals near Short Hills
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overlook Medical Center | Summit, NJ | 2.6 mi | 5 of 5 | (908) 522-2000 |
| Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center | Livingston, NJ | 3.5 mi | 3 of 5 | (973) 322-5000 |
| Va New Jersey Health Care System | East Orange, NJ | 5.8 mi | 2 of 5 | (973) 676-1000 |
| Carewell Health Medical Center | East Orange, NJ | 5.8 mi | 1 of 5 | (973) 672-8400 |
Home health agencies serving Short Hills
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Visiting Nurse | Morristown, NJ | 9.2 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (973) 379-8400 |
| Bayada Home Health Care, Inc | Livingston, NJ | 3.5 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (973) 535-0543 |
| Patient Care | West Orange, NJ | 4.9 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (973) 243-6299 |
| Barnabas Health Home Care And Hospice | West Orange, NJ | 4.9 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (973) 243-9666 |
| Ascend Home Health | Rochelle Park, NJ | 17 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (201) 358-2666 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Short 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 Short 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 8% of the $20,065 monthly median income of Short 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 Short Hills: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Short Hills?
Overlook Medical Center in Summit, about 2.6 mi in a straight line from the center of Short Hills (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (908) 522-2000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Short Hills?
Medicare lists 5 certified agencies whose service area includes Short Hills ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Atlantic Visiting Nurse (4.5 of 5), Bayada Home Health Care, Inc (4 of 5), Patient Care (3.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Short 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 8% of the $20,065 monthly median income of Short 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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- Post-Surgery Care in Mountainside, NJ
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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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