Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Tucson, AZ
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 Tucson for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Tucson, AZ: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is St Joseph's Hospital in Tucson, about 4.2 mi away in a straight line, followed by Va S. Arizona Healthcare System (5.8 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 34 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Tucson. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Tucson compared with Pima County and Arizona
| Census figure | Tucson | Pima County | Arizona |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 35% | 32% | 32% |
| Residents 65 or older | 16% | 22% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 37% | 29% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 10% | 7.1% | 5.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.9% | 2.4% | 1.9% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 13% | 9.4% | 10% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $47,400 | $60,759 | — |
Older residents in towns around Tucson
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Tucson, AZ | 6.5 mi | 645 | 29% |
| Summit, AZ | 7.8 mi | 540 | 44% |
| Catalina Foothills, AZ | 10 mi | 18,029 | 21% |
| Drexel Heights, AZ | 10 mi | 4,985 | 34% |
| Tanque Verde, AZ | 11 mi | 5,440 | 27% |
| Rincon Valley, AZ | 11 mi | 1,496 | 29% |
Hospitals near Tucson
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Hospital | Tucson, AZ | 4.2 mi | 3 of 5 | (520) 873-3000 |
| Va S. Arizona Healthcare System | Tucson, AZ | 5.8 mi | 5 of 5 | (520) 629-1821 |
| Banner-University Medical Center South Campus | Tucson, AZ | 6.7 mi | 4 of 5 | (520) 874-2000 |
| Tucson Medical Center | Tucson, AZ | 6.8 mi | 2 of 5 | (520) 324-1399 |
Home health agencies serving Tucson
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Home Health Care - Tucson | Tucson, AZ | 4.2 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (520) 577-4630 |
| Dependable Home Health, Inc | Tucson, AZ | 4.2 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (520) 721-3822 |
| Dependable Nurses, Inc | Tucson, AZ | 4.2 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (520) 795-1290 |
| Tucson Medical Home Health | Tucson, AZ | 5.0 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, medical social work | (520) 372-2144 |
| Angels Care Home Health | Casa Grande, AZ | 72 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (520) 876-0622 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Tucson, AZ | 4.2 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy | (520) 731-1333 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Tucson. 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 Tucson
At the Arizona median aide wage of $17.51 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,518 a month in wages, which is 38% of the $3,950 monthly median income of Tucson households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Arizona's minimum wage is $15.15 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 ALTCS family caregiver rules: how to get paid to care for a family member in Arizona.
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 Tucson: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Tucson?
St Joseph's Hospital in Tucson, about 4.2 mi in a straight line from the center of Tucson (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (520) 873-3000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Tucson?
Medicare lists 34 certified agencies whose service area includes Tucson ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Sacred Heart Home Health Care - Tucson (4.5 of 5), Dependable Home Health, Inc (4.5 of 5), Dependable Nurses, Inc (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Tucson?
At the Arizona median aide wage of $17.51 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,518 a month in wages, which is 38% of the $3,950 monthly median income of Tucson households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Arizona's minimum wage is $15.15 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 Rincon Valley, AZ
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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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