Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in South Daytona, FL
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 Daytona for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in South Daytona, FL: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Halifax Health Medical Center in Daytona Beach, about 3.1 mi away in a straight line, followed by Adventhealth Daytona Beach (6.0 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 26 certified home health agencies whose service area includes South Daytona. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
South Daytona compared with Volusia County and Florida
| Census figure | South Daytona | Volusia County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 34% | 34% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 23% | 25% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 30% | 27% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 6.3% | 5.3% | 6.0% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.6% | 2.7% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 13% | 9.9% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $55,797 | $54,671 | — |
Older residents in towns around South Daytona
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daytona Beach Shores, FL | 1.5 mi | 2,881 | 21% |
| Port Orange, FL | 3.7 mi | 16,315 | 36% |
| Daytona Beach, FL | 5.8 mi | 17,806 | 39% |
| Holly Hill, FL | 6.0 mi | 3,008 | 44% |
| Ponce Inlet, FL | 6.8 mi | 1,907 | 26% |
| Samsula-Spruce Creek, FL | 8.6 mi | 1,777 | 32% |
Hospitals near South Daytona
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halifax Health Medical Center | Daytona Beach, FL | 3.1 mi | 2 of 5 | (386) 254-4000 |
| Adventhealth Daytona Beach | Daytona Beach, FL | 6.0 mi | 5 of 5 | (386) 231-6000 |
| Adventhealth New Smyrna Beach | New Smyrna Beach, FL | 11 mi | 4 of 5 | (386) 424-5100 |
| Adventhealth Deland | Deland, FL | 22 mi | 4 of 5 | (386) 943-4522 |
Home health agencies serving South Daytona
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halifax Health Care At Home | Port Orange, FL | 2.3 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (386) 425-3871 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Daytona Beach, FL | 6.0 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (386) 274-1088 |
| Confident Care Of Florida Corp | Palm Coast, FL | 30 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | — |
| Concierge Home Care | Port Orange, FL | 2.0 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (386) 257-6601 |
| Medical Services Of America Home Health | Jacksonville, FL | 80 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (904) 998-4408 |
| Concierge Home Care | Orange Park, FL | 82 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | — |
Straight-line miles from the center of South Daytona. 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 Daytona
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 30% of the $4,650 monthly median income of South Daytona households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO.
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 Daytona: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to South Daytona?
Halifax Health Medical Center in Daytona Beach, about 3.1 mi in a straight line from the center of South Daytona (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (386) 254-4000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve South Daytona?
Medicare lists 26 certified agencies whose service area includes South Daytona ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Halifax Health Care At Home (5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (5 of 5), Confident Care Of Florida Corp (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in South Daytona?
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 30% of the $4,650 monthly median income of South Daytona households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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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