Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Union, KY
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 Union for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Union, KY: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is St Elizabeth Florence in Florence, about 3.7 mi away in a straight line, followed by St Elizabeth Edgewood (8.4 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 7 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Union. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Union compared with Boone County and Kentucky
| Census figure | Union | Boone County | Kentucky |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 43% | 33% | 39% |
| Residents 65 or older | 15% | 15% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 25% | 25% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 4.8% | 3.5% | 6.8% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.1% | 1.0% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 13% | 8.0% | 13% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $85,132 | $63,871 | — |
Older residents in towns around Union
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakbrook, KY | 3.4 mi | 2,169 | 22% |
| Florence, KY | 3.5 mi | 6,440 | 39% |
| Elsmere, KY | 5.1 mi | 1,098 | 39% |
| Burlington, KY | 5.7 mi | 2,382 | 26% |
| Walton, KY | 6.7 mi | 430 | 38% |
| Independence, KY | 6.9 mi | 3,131 | 28% |
Hospitals near Union
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Elizabeth Florence | Florence, KY | 3.7 mi | 3 of 5 | (859) 212-5220 |
| St Elizabeth Edgewood | Edgewood, KY | 8.4 mi | 5 of 5 | (859) 301-2000 |
| Mercy Health - West Hospital | Cincinnati, OH | 15 mi | 4 of 5 | (513) 215-5000 |
| St Elizabeth Ft Thomas | Fort Thomas, KY | 15 mi | 5 of 5 | (859) 572-3100 |
Home health agencies serving Union
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Elizabeth Home Care | Florence, KY | 3.7 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (859) 283-1500 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Fort Mitchell, KY | 8.4 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (859) 331-5800 |
| Amedisys Home Health Of Kentucky | Crestview Hills, KY | 8.4 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (859) 441-7999 |
| Interim Healthcare Of Northern Kentucky | Edgewood, KY | 8.4 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (859) 578-9191 |
| Caretenders Of Northern Kentucky | Fort Wright, KY | 12 mi | 3 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (859) 578-0022 |
| Personal Touch Home Care Of KY, Inc. | Florence, KY | 3.7 mi | 2 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (859) 441-0200 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Union. 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 Union
At the Kentucky median aide wage of $17.52 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,518 a month in wages, which is 21% of the $7,094 monthly median income of Union households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Kentucky'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 How to get paid to care for a family member in Kentucky: Participant Directed Services.
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 Union: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Union?
St Elizabeth Florence in Florence, about 3.7 mi in a straight line from the center of Union (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (859) 212-5220. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Union?
Medicare lists 7 certified agencies whose service area includes Union ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include St Elizabeth Home Care (4.5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (4 of 5), Amedisys Home Health Of Kentucky (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Union?
At the Kentucky median aide wage of $17.52 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,518 a month in wages, which is 21% of the $7,094 monthly median income of Union households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Kentucky'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 Edgewood, KY
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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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