Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Sterling Ranch, CO
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 Sterling Ranch for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Sterling Ranch, CO: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Uchealth Highlands Ranch Hospital in Highlands Ranch, about 3.8 mi away in a straight line, followed by Adventhealth Littleton (7.8 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 Sterling Ranch. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Sterling Ranch compared with Douglas County and Colorado
| Census figure | Sterling Ranch | Douglas County | Colorado |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 21% | 25% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 7.3% | 14% | 16% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 7.8% | 20% | 28% |
| Households with no vehicle | 1.1% | 2.4% | 5.2% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.0% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 0.0% | 4.8% | 8.4% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $162,727 | $99,829 | — |
Older residents in towns around Sterling Ranch
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roxborough Park, CO | 3.3 mi | 1,138 | 20% |
| Highlands Ranch, CO | 5.2 mi | 14,988 | 24% |
| Columbine, CO | 6.7 mi | 5,120 | 26% |
| Ken Caryl, CO | 6.8 mi | 6,225 | 23% |
| Littleton, CO | 6.9 mi | 8,989 | 27% |
| Castle Pines Village, CO | 8.8 mi | 1,026 | 4.6% |
Hospitals near Sterling Ranch
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uchealth Highlands Ranch Hospital | Highlands Ranch, CO | 3.8 mi | 5 of 5 | (720) 516-1000 |
| Adventhealth Littleton | Littleton, CO | 7.8 mi | 4 of 5 | (303) 730-8900 |
| Sky Ridge Medical Center | Lone Tree, CO | 9.5 mi | 3 of 5 | (720) 225-1000 |
| HCA-Healthone Dba Swedish Medical Center | Englewood, CO | 11 mi | 4 of 5 | (303) 788-5000 |
Home health agencies serving Sterling Ranch
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lifespring Home Care | Castle Rock, CO | 13 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (903) 706-5050 |
| Adoration Home Health | Lakewood, CO | 15 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (720) 440-9422 |
| Integrity Home Health Inc | Aurora, CO | 17 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (214) 440-1394 |
| Namaste Home Health | Centennial, CO | 7.8 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (303) 228-7783 |
| Berkley Home Health | Aurora, CO | 17 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (303) 758-2000 |
| Accentcare Home Health Of Mountain Valley LLC | Denver, CO | 17 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (303) 620-5402 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Sterling Ranch. 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 Sterling Ranch
At the Colorado median aide wage of $18.53 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,606 a month in wages, which is 12% of the $13,561 monthly median income of Sterling Ranch households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Colorado's minimum wage is $15.16 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.
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Post-Surgery Care in Sterling Ranch: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Sterling Ranch?
Uchealth Highlands Ranch Hospital in Highlands Ranch, about 3.8 mi in a straight line from the center of Sterling Ranch (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (720) 516-1000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Sterling Ranch?
Medicare lists 37 certified agencies whose service area includes Sterling Ranch ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Lifespring Home Care (5 of 5), Adoration Home Health (5 of 5), Integrity Home Health Inc (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Sterling Ranch?
At the Colorado median aide wage of $18.53 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,606 a month in wages, which is 12% of the $13,561 monthly median income of Sterling Ranch households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Colorado's minimum wage is $15.16 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 (small-place figures carry wide margins of error); 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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