Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in The Woodlands, TX
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Post-Surgery Care in The Woodlands, TX: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is St Luke's The Woodlands Hospital in The Woodlands, about 3.8 mi away in a straight line, followed by Chi St Lukes Lakeside Hospital (3.8 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 112 certified home health agencies whose service area includes The Woodlands. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
The Woodlands compared with Montgomery County and Texas
| Census figure | The Woodlands | Montgomery County | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 29% | 30% | 35% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 14% | 13% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 22% | 20% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 4.0% | 3.4% | 5.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 6.1% | 8.3% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $91,698 | $71,923 | — |
Older residents in towns around The Woodlands
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shenandoah, TX | 3.3 mi | 1,675 | 33% |
| Oak Ridge North, TX | 4.2 mi | 571 | 24% |
| Tomball, TX | 8.5 mi | 2,657 | 36% |
| Spring, TX | 11 mi | 6,991 | 38% |
| Conroe, TX | 11 mi | 13,530 | 32% |
| Pinehurst, TX | 12 mi | 771 | 31% |
Hospitals near The Woodlands
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Luke's The Woodlands Hospital | The Woodlands, TX | 3.8 mi | 3 of 5 | (936) 266-4050 |
| Chi St Lukes Lakeside Hospital | The Woodlands, TX | 3.8 mi | not rated | (936) 266-4055 |
| Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital | The Woodlands, TX | 5.0 mi | 5 of 5 | (936) 270-2000 |
| The Woodlands Specialty Hospital | Spring, TX | 6.0 mi | not rated | (281) 602-8160 |
Home health agencies serving The Woodlands
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elara Caring | Conroe, TX | 10 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (936) 539-9846 |
| All About Home Care, Inc. | Houston, TX | 27 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (713) 802-1211 |
| Tawl Health Care Inc | Houston, TX | 30 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (713) 777-9171 |
| Xtra-Care Home Health Inc | Houston, TX | 33 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (713) 270-1160 |
| Providian Health Care Inc | Houston, TX | 41 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (281) 997-6272 |
| Phoenix Healthcare Services, Inc | Houston, TX | 13 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (281) 571-8050 |
Straight-line miles from the center of The Woodlands. 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 The Woodlands
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 13% of the $7,642 monthly median income of The Woodlands 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 The Woodlands: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to The Woodlands?
St Luke's The Woodlands Hospital in The Woodlands, about 3.8 mi in a straight line from the center of The Woodlands (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (936) 266-4050. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve The Woodlands?
Medicare lists 112 certified agencies whose service area includes The Woodlands ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Elara Caring (5 of 5), All About Home Care, Inc. (5 of 5), Tawl Health Care Inc (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in The Woodlands?
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 13% of the $7,642 monthly median income of The Woodlands 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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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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