Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in South St. Paul, MN
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 St. Paul for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in South St. Paul, MN: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Regions Hospital in Saint Paul, about 5.0 mi away in a straight line, followed by Allina United Hospital (5.2 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 37 certified home health agencies whose service area includes South St. Paul. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
South St. Paul compared with Dakota County and Minnesota
| Census figure | South St. Paul | Dakota County | Minnesota |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 34% | 26% | 28% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 16% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 30% | 28% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 7.6% | 4.9% | 6.7% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.8% | 1.7% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 8.4% | 6.6% | 8.8% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $66,563 | $69,739 | — |
Older residents in towns around South St. Paul
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport, MN | 2.3 mi | 732 | 35% |
| West St. Paul, MN | 2.4 mi | 4,393 | 34% |
| Inver Grove Heights, MN | 4.2 mi | 6,440 | 25% |
| St. Paul Park, MN | 4.3 mi | 721 | 29% |
| Mendota Heights, MN | 4.6 mi | 3,057 | 19% |
| St. Paul, MN | 5.2 mi | 38,220 | 30% |
Hospitals near South St. Paul
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regions Hospital | Saint Paul, MN | 5.0 mi | 3 of 5 | (651) 254-1616 |
| Allina United Hospital | Saint Paul, MN | 5.2 mi | 3 of 5 | (651) 241-8000 |
| M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital | Woodbury, MN | 5.2 mi | 4 of 5 | (651) 232-2185 |
| M Health Fairview St John's Hospital | Maplewood, MN | 8.7 mi | 5 of 5 | (651) 232-7000 |
Home health agencies serving South St. Paul
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Brooklyn Park, MN | 21 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (763) 416-0289 |
| Good Samaritan Society - Home Care | Robbinsdale, MN | 17 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (763) 546-9020 |
| Aveanna Home Health | Edina, MN | 16 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (952) 926-9808 |
| Home Health Care Inc | Golden Valley, MN | 19 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (763) 417-8888 |
| Triniti Home Health And Hospice | Elk River, MN | 40 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (763) 241-0654 |
| Accentcare Fairview Home Health - East LLC | Oakdale, MN | 8.4 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (651) 232-2800 |
Straight-line miles from the center of South St. Paul. 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 St. Paul
At the Minnesota median aide wage of $18.45 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,599 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $5,547 monthly median income of South St. Paul households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Minnesota's minimum wage is $11.41 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.
CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.
Post-Surgery Care in South St. Paul: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to South St. Paul?
Regions Hospital in Saint Paul, about 5.0 mi in a straight line from the center of South St. Paul (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (651) 254-1616. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve South St. Paul?
Medicare lists 37 certified agencies whose service area includes South St. Paul ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (5 of 5), Good Samaritan Society - Home Care (4.5 of 5), Aveanna Home Health (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in South St. Paul?
At the Minnesota median aide wage of $18.45 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,599 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $5,547 monthly median income of South St. Paul households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Minnesota's minimum wage is $11.41 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.
More senior care near South St. Paul
Post-Surgery Care in nearby cities
- Post-Surgery Care in Newport, MN
- Post-Surgery Care in West St. Paul, MN
- Post-Surgery Care in Inver Grove Heights, MN
- Post-Surgery Care in St. Paul Park, MN
- Post-Surgery Care in Mendota Heights, MN
- Post-Surgery Care in St. Paul, MN
- Post-Surgery Care in Woodbury, MN
- Post-Surgery Care in Eagan, MN
- Post-Surgery Care in Oakdale, MN
- Post-Surgery Care in Cottage Grove, MN
- Post-Surgery Care in North St. Paul, MN
- Post-Surgery Care in Maplewood, MN
- Post-Surgery Care in Lake Elmo, MN
- Post-Surgery Care in Falcon Heights, MN
- Post-Surgery Care in Little Canada, MN
- Post-Surgery Care in Rosemount, MN
Other care in South St. Paul
- Companion Care in South St. Paul
- Dementia Care in South St. Paul
- Respite Care in South St. Paul
- Live-In Caregivers in South St. Paul
- Senior Transportation in South St. Paul
- Home Health Aides in South St. Paul
- Nursing Assistants in South St. Paul
- Personal Care in South St. Paul
- Overnight Caregivers in South St. Paul
- 24-Hour Home Care in South St. Paul
- Mobility Assistance in South St. Paul
- Parkinson’s Care in South St. Paul
- Stroke Recovery Support in South St. Paul
- Disability Care for Adults in South St. Paul
- Hospice Support in South St. Paul
- Senior Meal Preparation in South St. Paul
- Senior Housekeeping in South St. Paul
- Medication Reminders in South St. Paul
- Veterans’ Home Care in South St. Paul
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.
Find post-surgery care in South St. Paul
Posting is free and takes about ten minutes. Caregivers near South St. Paul can see it as soon as it is live.
Create your free family accountLooking for caregiving work instead? Create a free caregiver profile.
