Post-Surgery Home Care in Tallahassee, FL

Local figures

Post-Surgery Care in Tallahassee, FL: the local picture

2.3 mi

to the nearest hospital with an emergency department (Tallahassee)

15

Medicare-certified home health agencies list Tallahassee ZIP codes in their service area

33%

of residents 65+ report a disability (31% in Leon County)

23,684

residents 65 or older (12% of Tallahassee)

The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare in Tallahassee, about 2.3 mi away in a straight line, followed by HCA Florida Capital Hospital (2.3 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.

Medicare lists 15 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Tallahassee. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.

Tallahassee compared with Leon County and Florida

Census figure	Tallahassee	Leon County	Florida
Residents 65+ with a disability	33%	31%	31%
Residents 65 or older	12%	15%	21%
Residents 65+ in households who live alone	37%	29%	25%
Households with no vehicle	8.5%	7.1%	6.0%
Residents 85 or older	1.3%	1.5%	2.6%
Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.)	11%	9.4%	12%
Median income, households headed by someone 65+	$62,665	$70,878	—

Older residents in towns around Tallahassee

Town	Distance	Residents 65+	65+ with a disability
Bradfordville, FL	8.6 mi	3,494	18%
Woodville, FL	9.6 mi	748	57%
Crawfordville, FL	19 mi	740	45%
Quincy, FL	21 mi	1,187	57%
Monticello, FL	23 mi	725	38%
Cairo, GA	30 mi	1,522	52%

Hospitals near Tallahassee

Hospital with an emergency department	Town	Distance	CMS overall rating	Phone
Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare	Tallahassee, FL	2.3 mi	3 of 5	(850) 431-1155
HCA Florida Capital Hospital	Tallahassee, FL	2.3 mi	2 of 5	(850) 656-5000
Archbold Memorial Hospital	Thomasville, GA	32 mi	2 of 5	(229) 228-2880

Home health agencies serving Tallahassee

Agency	Office	Distance	CMS quality stars	Services listed	Phone
Centerwell Home Health	Tallahassee, FL	2.3 mi	4.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	—
Nhc Homecare	Crawfordville, FL	17 mi	4.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(850) 926-7044
Nhc Homecare	Chipley, FL	79 mi	4.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(850) 638-8118
Concierge Home Care	Jacksonville, FL	162 mi	4.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	—
Suncrest Omni	Tallahassee, FL	2.3 mi	4 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work	(850) 222-5522
Amedisys Home Health	Tallahassee, FL	2.3 mi	4 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(850) 553-9201

Straight-line miles from the center of Tallahassee. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.

What it covers

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

Cost

What post-surgery care costs in Tallahassee

At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 27% of the $5,222 monthly median income of Tallahassee households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.

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 take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO.

Before you hire

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.

Questions

Post-Surgery Care in Tallahassee: common questions

Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Tallahassee?

Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare in Tallahassee, about 2.3 mi in a straight line from the center of Tallahassee (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (850) 431-1155. In an emergency, call 911.

Which home health agencies serve Tallahassee?

Medicare lists 15 certified agencies whose service area includes Tallahassee ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (4.5 of 5), Nhc Homecare (4.5 of 5), Nhc Homecare (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.

How much does post-surgery care cost in Tallahassee?

At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 27% of the $5,222 monthly median income of Tallahassee households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.

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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