Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in South Alamo, TX
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 South Alamo for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in South Alamo, TX: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Knapp Medical Center in Weslaco, about 7.5 mi away in a straight line, followed by Rio Grande Regional Hospital (9.1 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 90 certified home health agencies whose service area includes South Alamo. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
South Alamo compared with Hidalgo County and Texas
| Census figure | South Alamo | Hidalgo County | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 65% | 47% | 35% |
| Residents 65 or older | 16% | 12% | 13% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 17% | 22% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 9.0% | 5.6% | 5.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 27% | 22% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $30,145 | $35,326 | — |
Older residents in towns around South Alamo
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alamo, TX | 2.1 mi | 3,198 | 40% |
| San Juan, TX | 3.8 mi | 4,490 | 48% |
| Scissors, TX | 4.0 mi | 344 | 69% |
| Donna, TX | 4.3 mi | 2,434 | 49% |
| North Alamo, TX | 4.6 mi | 538 | 50% |
| Pharr, TX | 5.4 mi | 8,674 | 44% |
Hospitals near South Alamo
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knapp Medical Center | Weslaco, TX | 7.5 mi | 5 of 5 | (956) 968-8567 |
| Rio Grande Regional Hospital | Mcallen, TX | 9.1 mi | 4 of 5 | (956) 632-6000 |
| South Texas Health System | Edinburg, TX | 10 mi | 4 of 5 | (956) 632-4000 |
| Cornerstone Regional Hospital | Edinburg, TX | 10 mi | not rated | (956) 618-4444 |
Home health agencies serving South Alamo
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paz Home Health LLC | Mcallen, TX | 9.1 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (956) 781-8445 |
| Health Care Unlimited, Inc. | Mcallen, TX | 9.1 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (956) 994-9911 |
| United Home Care | Harlingen, TX | 26 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (956) 423-4747 |
| New Life Home Health Services | Donna, TX | 3.6 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (956) 783-4746 |
| A Healing Touch Home Health | Weslaco, TX | 7.3 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (956) 447-1803 |
| Rio Grande Home Health Agency Inc | Harlingen, TX | 26 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (956) 423-7100 |
Straight-line miles from the center of South Alamo. 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 South Alamo
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 40% of the $2,512 monthly median income of South Alamo 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 South Alamo: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to South Alamo?
Knapp Medical Center in Weslaco, about 7.5 mi in a straight line from the center of South Alamo (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (956) 968-8567. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve South Alamo?
Medicare lists 90 certified agencies whose service area includes South Alamo ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Paz Home Health LLC (5 of 5), Health Care Unlimited, Inc. (5 of 5), United Home Care (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in South Alamo?
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 40% of the $2,512 monthly median income of South Alamo 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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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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