Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Suffolk, VA
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Post-Surgery Care in Suffolk, VA: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Sentara Obici Hospital in Suffolk, about 3.3 mi away in a straight line, followed by Bon Secours Harbour View Medical Center (14 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 28 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Suffolk. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Suffolk compared with Virginia
| Census figure | Suffolk | Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 35% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 29% | 27% |
| Households with no vehicle | 5.0% | 6.1% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.3% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 9.7% | 8.8% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $62,299 | — |
Older residents in towns around Suffolk
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor, VA | 9.7 mi | 555 | 32% |
| Franklin, VA | 17 mi | 1,534 | 39% |
| Carrollton, VA | 18 mi | 983 | 33% |
| Chesapeake, VA | 18 mi | 36,797 | 33% |
| Portsmouth, VA | 19 mi | 15,037 | 38% |
| Smithfield, VA | 19 mi | 1,645 | 30% |
Hospitals near Suffolk
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sentara Obici Hospital | Suffolk, VA | 3.3 mi | 4 of 5 | (757) 934-4000 |
| Bon Secours Harbour View Medical Center | Suffolk, VA | 14 mi | not rated | (757) 673-5917 |
| Bon Secours Southampton Memorial Hospital | Franklin, VA | 17 mi | 3 of 5 | (757) 569-6100 |
| Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center | Portsmouth, VA | 19 mi | 3 of 5 | (757) 398-2200 |
Home health agencies serving Suffolk
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fni Healthcare, Inc | Virginia Beach, VA | 29 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (757) 271-3861 |
| Centerwell Home Health (Va Beach) | Virginia Beach, VA | 29 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (757) 499-2303 |
| @Heart Homecare | Virginia Beach, VA | 31 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (757) 961-4077 |
| Commonwealth Home Care | Portsmouth, VA | 20 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (757) 937-8600 |
| Amedisys Home Health Of Newport News | Hampton, VA | 27 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (757) 223-5424 |
| Fni Healthcare Inc - Virginia Beach | Virginia Beach, VA | 29 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (757) 432-2143 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Suffolk. 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 Suffolk
At the Virginia median aide wage of $14.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,263 a month in wages, which is 24% of the $5,192 monthly median income of Suffolk households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Virginia's minimum wage is $12.77 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 Consumer directed care in Virginia: how relatives are paid to give care through CCC Plus.
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 Suffolk: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Suffolk?
Sentara Obici Hospital in Suffolk, about 3.3 mi in a straight line from the center of Suffolk (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (757) 934-4000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Suffolk?
Medicare lists 28 certified agencies whose service area includes Suffolk ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Fni Healthcare, Inc (5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (Va Beach) (5 of 5), @Heart Homecare (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Suffolk?
At the Virginia median aide wage of $14.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,263 a month in wages, which is 24% of the $5,192 monthly median income of Suffolk households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Virginia's minimum wage is $12.77 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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Post-Surgery Care in nearby cities
- Post-Surgery Care in Windsor, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Franklin, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Carrollton, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Chesapeake, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Portsmouth, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Smithfield, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Norfolk, VA
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Other care in Suffolk
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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