Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Somerton, AZ
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 Somerton for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Somerton, AZ: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Yuma Regional Medical Center in Yuma, about 7.6 mi away in a straight line, followed by Exceptional Community Hospital Yuma (14 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 Somerton. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Somerton compared with Yuma County and Arizona
| Census figure | Somerton | Yuma County | Arizona |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 24% | 35% | 32% |
| Residents 65 or older | 11% | 21% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 30% | 24% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 6.2% | 5.5% | 5.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.2% | 2.3% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 18% | 13% | 10% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $34,079 | $48,331 | — |
Older residents in towns around Somerton
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Luis, AZ | 8.2 mi | 3,760 | 35% |
| Avenue B and C, AZ | 8.4 mi | 750 | 41% |
| Yuma, AZ | 12 mi | 17,623 | 37% |
| Fortuna Foothills, AZ | 18 mi | 13,101 | 34% |
| Wellton, AZ | 28 mi | 1,316 | 34% |
| Holtville, CA | 42 mi | 991 | 31% |
Hospitals near Somerton
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yuma Regional Medical Center | Yuma, AZ | 7.6 mi | 2 of 5 | (928) 336-7600 |
| Exceptional Community Hospital Yuma | Yuma, AZ | 14 mi | not rated | (469) 341-7800 |
Home health agencies serving Somerton
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amedisys Home Health | Yuma, AZ | 14 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (928) 341-1300 |
| Acacia Home Health, Inc. | Yuma, AZ | 7.6 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (928) 726-9163 |
| Enhabit Home Health | Yuma, AZ | 7.6 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (214) 239-6500 |
| Caring Touch Home Care, LLC | Yuma, AZ | 7.6 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (928) 783-2188 |
| Unicare Healthcare, Inc | Yuma, AZ | 7.6 mi | 2 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (928) 276-3507 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Somerton. 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 Somerton
At the Arizona median aide wage of $17.51 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,518 a month in wages, which is 53% of the $2,840 monthly median income of Somerton households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Arizona's minimum wage is $15.15 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 ALTCS family caregiver rules: how to get paid to care for a family member in Arizona.
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 Somerton: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Somerton?
Yuma Regional Medical Center in Yuma, about 7.6 mi in a straight line from the center of Somerton (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (928) 336-7600. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Somerton?
Medicare lists 5 certified agencies whose service area includes Somerton ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Amedisys Home Health (4.5 of 5), Acacia Home Health, Inc. (3.5 of 5), Enhabit Home Health (3.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Somerton?
At the Arizona median aide wage of $17.51 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,518 a month in wages, which is 53% of the $2,840 monthly median income of Somerton households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Arizona's minimum wage is $15.15 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 San Luis, AZ
- Post-Surgery Care in Avenue B and C, AZ
- Post-Surgery Care in Yuma, AZ
- Post-Surgery Care in Fortuna Foothills, AZ
- Post-Surgery Care in Wellton, AZ
- Post-Surgery Care in Holtville, CA
- Post-Surgery Care in Calexico, CA
- Post-Surgery Care in Heber, CA
- Post-Surgery Care in El Centro, CA
- Post-Surgery Care in Imperial, CA
- Post-Surgery Care in Brawley, CA
- Post-Surgery Care in Calipatria, CA
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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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