Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Troy, 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 Troy for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Troy, TX: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Temple Va Medical Center (Va Central Texas Healthcare System) in Temple, about 8.0 mi away in a straight line, followed by Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple (16 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 18 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Troy. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Troy compared with Bell County and Texas
| Census figure | Troy | Bell County | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 59% | 38% | 35% |
| Residents 65 or older | 14% | 12% | 13% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 25% | 26% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.9% | 5.3% | 5.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.0% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 7.4% | 11% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $36,134 | $54,865 | — |
Older residents in towns around Troy
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temple, TX | 8.1 mi | 13,547 | 39% |
| Morgan's Point Resort, TX | 9.8 mi | 652 | 39% |
| Belton, TX | 14 mi | 3,379 | 36% |
| McGregor, TX | 17 mi | 858 | 43% |
| Hewitt, TX | 19 mi | 3,097 | 36% |
| Nolanville, TX | 20 mi | 682 | 45% |
Hospitals near Troy
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temple Va Medical Center (Va Central Texas Healthcare System) | Temple, TX | 8.0 mi | 4 of 5 | (254) 778-4811 |
| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple | Temple, TX | 16 mi | 5 of 5 | (254) 724-2111 |
| Seton Medical Center Harker Heights | Harker Heights, TX | 22 mi | 4 of 5 | (254) 690-0900 |
| Ascension Providence | Waco, TX | 22 mi | 2 of 5 | (254) 751-4000 |
Home health agencies serving Troy
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paradigm Home Health | Whitney, TX | 54 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (254) 694-1447 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Temple, TX | 8.0 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy | (254) 778-6334 |
| Texmed Home Health Inc | Killeen, TX | 26 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (254) 526-8188 |
| Elara Caring | Round Rock, TX | 52 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (512) 733-1515 |
| Adaptive Home Health | Temple, TX | 8.0 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (214) 440-1394 |
| Vitalcaring Group | Temple, TX | 10 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (254) 751-1600 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Troy. 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 Troy
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 34% of the $3,011 monthly median income of Troy 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 Troy: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Troy?
Temple Va Medical Center (Va Central Texas Healthcare System) in Temple, about 8.0 mi in a straight line from the center of Troy (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (254) 778-4811. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Troy?
Medicare lists 18 certified agencies whose service area includes Troy ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Paradigm Home Health (5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (4.5 of 5), Texmed Home Health Inc (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Troy?
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 34% of the $3,011 monthly median income of Troy 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
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- Post-Surgery Care in Hewitt, TX
- Post-Surgery Care in Nolanville, TX
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Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year (small-place figures carry wide margins of error); 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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