Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Tampa, FL
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 Tampa for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Tampa, FL: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is St Josephs Hospital in Tampa, about 0.8 mi away in a straight line, followed by Tampa General Hospital (2.0 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 122 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Tampa. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Tampa compared with Hillsborough County and Florida
| Census figure | Tampa | Hillsborough County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 38% | 35% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 14% | 15% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 31% | 24% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 8.5% | 5.8% | 6.0% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.4% | 1.6% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 21% | 14% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $43,508 | $55,570 | — |
Older residents in towns around Tampa
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Egypt Lake-Leto, FL | 3.6 mi | 5,255 | 46% |
| Carrollwood, FL | 6.5 mi | 6,809 | 27% |
| Town 'n' Country, FL | 6.6 mi | 12,382 | 42% |
| Palm River-Clair Mel, FL | 6.9 mi | 3,412 | 34% |
| East Lake-Orient Park, FL | 7.4 mi | 3,193 | 46% |
| Lake Magdalene, FL | 7.7 mi | 6,509 | 31% |
Hospitals near Tampa
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Josephs Hospital | Tampa, FL | 0.8 mi | 4 of 5 | (813) 870-4398 |
| Tampa General Hospital | Tampa, FL | 2.0 mi | 3 of 5 | (813) 844-7000 |
| HCA Florida South Tampa Hospital | Tampa, FL | 2.5 mi | 5 of 5 | (813) 873-6400 |
| Adventhealth Carrollwood | Tampa, FL | 3.1 mi | 3 of 5 | (813) 615-7219 |
Home health agencies serving Tampa
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Tampa, FL | 3.1 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (813) 961-8446 |
| Southeast Homecare | Tampa, FL | 6.7 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (813) 452-6155 |
| Bon Secours Home Care By Compassus | Sun City Center, FL | 19 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (813) 443-5566 |
| Making Memories Home Health Inc | Tampa, FL | 3.1 mi | 4.5 of 5 | — | (813) 931-0015 |
| Healthy Services Of Tampa Inc | Tampa, FL | 3.1 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (813) 932-9911 |
| Trilogy Home Healthcare | Tampa, FL | 4.9 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (813) 963-1200 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Tampa. 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 Tampa
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 39% of the $3,626 monthly median income of Tampa 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.
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 Tampa: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Tampa?
St Josephs Hospital in Tampa, about 0.8 mi in a straight line from the center of Tampa (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (813) 870-4398. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Tampa?
Medicare lists 122 certified agencies whose service area includes Tampa ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (5 of 5), Southeast Homecare (5 of 5), Bon Secours Home Care By Compassus (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Tampa?
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 39% of the $3,626 monthly median income of Tampa 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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Post-Surgery Care in nearby cities
- Post-Surgery Care in Egypt Lake-Leto, FL
- Post-Surgery Care in Carrollwood, FL
- Post-Surgery Care in Town 'n' Country, FL
- Post-Surgery Care in Palm River-Clair Mel, FL
- Post-Surgery Care in East Lake-Orient Park, FL
- Post-Surgery Care in Lake Magdalene, FL
- Post-Surgery Care in University, FL
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Other care in Tampa
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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