Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in University City, MO
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 University City for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in University City, MO: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Ssm Health St Mary's Hospital - St Louis in Saint Louis, about 2.5 mi away in a straight line, followed by Christian Hospital Northeast (5.0 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 33 certified home health agencies whose service area includes University City. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
University City compared with St. Louis County and Missouri
| Census figure | University City | St. Louis County | Missouri |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 24% | 28% | 34% |
| Residents 65 or older | 17% | 19% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 35% | 32% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 8.6% | 6.6% | 6.6% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.7% | 2.4% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 9.0% | 8.2% | 10% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $69,191 | $63,295 | — |
Older residents in towns around University City
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton, MO | 1.5 mi | 2,418 | 19% |
| Pagedale, MO | 1.6 mi | 511 | 31% |
| Richmond Heights, MO | 2.4 mi | 1,238 | 23% |
| Olivette, MO | 2.6 mi | 1,657 | 11% |
| Overland, MO | 2.9 mi | 2,038 | 30% |
| Normandy, MO | 3.3 mi | 531 | 39% |
Hospitals near University City
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ssm Health St Mary's Hospital - St Louis | Saint Louis, MO | 2.5 mi | 3 of 5 | (314) 768-8000 |
| Christian Hospital Northeast | Saint Louis, MO | 5.0 mi | 4 of 5 | (314) 653-5000 |
| Barnes Jewish Hospital | Saint Louis, MO | 5.2 mi | 4 of 5 | (314) 747-3000 |
| St Louis Childrens Hospital | Saint Louis, MO | 5.2 mi | not rated | (314) 454-6000 |
Home health agencies serving University City
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aw Health Care | Saint Louis, MO | 0.5 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (314) 726-5600 |
| Evertrue Home Health | St. Louis, MO | 3.4 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (314) 352-7889 |
| Elara Caring | Bridgeton, MO | 7.4 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (800) 381-5931 |
| Phoenix Home Care And Hospice | Saint Louis, MO | 7.5 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (636) 695-4330 |
| Healthy Family Home Care, LLC | Ellisville, MO | 13 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (636) 594-2332 |
| Cooperative Home Care, Inc | Saint Louis, MO | 5.2 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (314) 772-8585 |
Straight-line miles from the center of University City. 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 University City
At the Missouri median aide wage of $15.90 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,378 a month in wages, which is 24% of the $5,766 monthly median income of University City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Missouri's minimum wage is $15.00 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 Consumer Directed Services in Missouri: how a relative becomes a paid 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 University City: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to University City?
Ssm Health St Mary's Hospital - St Louis in Saint Louis, about 2.5 mi in a straight line from the center of University City (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (314) 768-8000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve University City?
Medicare lists 33 certified agencies whose service area includes University City ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Aw Health Care (4.5 of 5), Evertrue Home Health (4.5 of 5), Elara Caring (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in University City?
At the Missouri median aide wage of $15.90 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,378 a month in wages, which is 24% of the $5,766 monthly median income of University City households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Missouri's minimum wage is $15.00 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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