Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Sullivan City, TX
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 Sullivan City for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Sullivan City, TX: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Mission Regional Medical Center in Mission, about 15 mi away in a straight line, followed by Starr County Memorial Hospital (17 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 36 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Sullivan City. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Sullivan City compared with Hidalgo County and Texas
| Census figure | Sullivan City | Hidalgo County | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 50% | 47% | 35% |
| Residents 65 or older | 14% | 12% | 13% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 30% | 22% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 5.1% | 5.6% | 5.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.4% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 25% | 22% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $25,000 | $35,326 | — |
Older residents in towns around Sullivan City
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Joya, TX | 5.6 mi | 504 | 54% |
| Penitas, TX | 7.9 mi | 696 | 63% |
| Salida del Sol Estates, TX | 8.1 mi | 227 | 18% |
| Doffing, TX | 11 mi | 383 | 51% |
| Palmview, TX | 12 mi | 2,839 | 60% |
| La Homa, TX | 13 mi | 1,052 | 49% |
Hospitals near Sullivan City
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Regional Medical Center | Mission, TX | 15 mi | 4 of 5 | (956) 323-9000 |
| Starr County Memorial Hospital | Rio Grande City, TX | 17 mi | 2 of 5 | (956) 487-5561 |
| Rio Grande Regional Hospital | Mcallen, TX | 21 mi | 4 of 5 | (956) 632-6000 |
| South Texas Health System | Edinburg, TX | 24 mi | 4 of 5 | (956) 632-4000 |
Home health agencies serving Sullivan City
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paz Home Health LLC | Mcallen, TX | 21 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (956) 781-8445 |
| Health Care Unlimited, Inc. | Mcallen, TX | 21 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (956) 994-9911 |
| United Home Care | Harlingen, TX | 55 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (956) 423-4747 |
| New Life Home Health Services | Donna, TX | 33 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (956) 783-4746 |
| A Healing Touch Home Health | Weslaco, TX | 36 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (956) 447-1803 |
| With Open Arms Healthcare LLC | Mcallen, TX | 21 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (956) 994-9898 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Sullivan City. 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 Sullivan City
At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 48% of the $2,083 monthly median income of Sullivan City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas's minimum wage is $7.25 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 STAR+PLUS in Texas: using consumer directed services to pay a family caregiver.
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 Sullivan City: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Sullivan City?
Mission Regional Medical Center in Mission, about 15 mi in a straight line from the center of Sullivan City (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (956) 323-9000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Sullivan City?
Medicare lists 36 certified agencies whose service area includes Sullivan City ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Paz Home Health LLC (5 of 5), Health Care Unlimited, Inc. (5 of 5), United Home Care (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Sullivan City?
At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 48% of the $2,083 monthly median income of Sullivan City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas's minimum wage is $7.25 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 La Joya, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Penitas, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Salida del Sol Estates, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Doffing, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Palmview, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in La Homa, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Mission, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Alton, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Palmhurst, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Rio Grande City, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in McAllen, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Hidalgo, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Pharr, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Edinburg, TX
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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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