Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in St. Albans, WV
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Post-Surgery Care in St. Albans, WV: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Thomas Memorial Hospital in South Charleston, about 6.5 mi away in a straight line, followed by Charleston Area Medical Center (10 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 8 certified home health agencies whose service area includes St. Albans. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
St. Albans compared with Kanawha County and West Virginia
| Census figure | St. Albans | Kanawha County | West Virginia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 34% | 37% | 39% |
| Residents 65 or older | 25% | 22% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 38% | 31% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 10% | 9.5% | 8.0% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.9% | 2.5% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 12% | 11% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $49,052 | $51,172 | — |
Older residents in towns around St. Albans
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nitro, WV | 2.4 mi | 1,330 | 35% |
| Dunbar, WV | 4.5 mi | 1,618 | 49% |
| Cross Lanes, WV | 4.8 mi | 2,226 | 26% |
| South Charleston, WV | 6.4 mi | 2,876 | 35% |
| Teays Valley, WV | 7.5 mi | 2,900 | 25% |
| Charleston, WV | 10 mi | 10,007 | 34% |
Hospitals near St. Albans
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Memorial Hospital | South Charleston, WV | 6.5 mi | 1 of 5 | (304) 766-3600 |
| Charleston Area Medical Center | Charleston, WV | 10 mi | 2 of 5 | (304) 388-5432 |
| Boone Memorial Hospital | Madison, WV | 23 mi | 4 of 5 | (304) 369-1230 |
| Montgomery General Hospital | Montgomery, WV | 31 mi | not rated | (304) 442-5151 |
Home health agencies serving St. Albans
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | South Charleston, WV | 6.5 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (304) 346-9667 |
| Adoration Home Health | Charleston, WV | 13 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (304) 343-2047 |
| St Mary's Home Health Service | Huntington, WV | 30 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (304) 733-5010 |
| Home Health Of West Virginia | Charleston, WV | 10 mi | 4 of 5 | — | (304) 400-4020 |
| Mountaineer Homecare | Charleston, WV | 12 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (304) 720-0205 |
| Personal Touch Home Care Of W. Va, Inc. | Hurricane, WV | 10 mi | 2.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (304) 202-3864 |
Straight-line miles from the center of St. Albans. 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 St. Albans
At the West Virginia median aide wage of $13.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,167 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $4,088 monthly median income of St. Albans households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. West Virginia's minimum wage is $8.75 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 How to get paid to care for a family member in West Virginia: ADW and Personal Options.
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 St. Albans: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to St. Albans?
Thomas Memorial Hospital in South Charleston, about 6.5 mi in a straight line from the center of St. Albans (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (304) 766-3600. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve St. Albans?
Medicare lists 8 certified agencies whose service area includes St. Albans ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (4.5 of 5), Adoration Home Health (4.5 of 5), St Mary's Home Health Service (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in St. Albans?
At the West Virginia median aide wage of $13.47 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,167 a month in wages, which is 29% of the $4,088 monthly median income of St. Albans households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. West Virginia's minimum wage is $8.75 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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