Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in University of California-Davis, CA
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 of California-Davis for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in University of California-Davis, CA: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Sutter Davis Hospital in Davis, about 1.4 mi away in a straight line, followed by Woodland Memorial Hospital (10 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 48 certified home health agencies whose service area includes University of California-Davis. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
University of California-Davis compared with Yolo County and California
| Census figure | University of California-Davis | Yolo County | California |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65 or older | 0.0% | 13% | 16% |
| Households with no vehicle | 24% | 7.6% | 7.1% |
| Residents 85 or older | 0.0% | 1.5% | 1.9% |
Older residents in towns around University of California-Davis
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davis, CA | 1.7 mi | 9,365 | 28% |
| Dixon, CA | 7.2 mi | 2,657 | 40% |
| Woodland, CA | 9.2 mi | 8,421 | 37% |
| West Sacramento, CA | 11 mi | 6,426 | 40% |
| Winters, CA | 12 mi | 1,093 | 31% |
| Sacramento, CA | 16 mi | 75,245 | 36% |
Hospitals near University of California-Davis
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sutter Davis Hospital | Davis, CA | 1.4 mi | 4 of 5 | (530) 757-5108 |
| Woodland Memorial Hospital | Woodland, CA | 10 mi | 5 of 5 | (530) 662-3961 |
| Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento | Sacramento, CA | 16 mi | 4 of 5 | (916) 454-2222 |
| University Of California Davis Medical Center | Sacramento, CA | 16 mi | 4 of 5 | (916) 734-2011 |
Home health agencies serving University of California-Davis
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caringhand Home Health Solutions, Inc | Sacramento, CA | 13 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (916) 476-3205 |
| Compassionate Home Health, Ltd | Roseville, CA | 30 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (916) 677-1711 |
| Freedom Home Health And Hospice Care Services, Inc | Marysville, CA | 45 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (530) 742-4800 |
| Silverline Staff Home Health | Fremont, CA | 71 mi | 5 of 5 | — | (925) 476-5350 |
| Better Choice Home Care Inc | Rancho Cordova, CA | 30 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (916) 817-1462 |
| Mission Home Health Of Contra Costa | Concord, CA | 41 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (877) 513-7363 |
Straight-line miles from the center of University of California-Davis. 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 of California-Davis
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 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 California: IHSS, VA, Paid Family Leave.
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 of California-Davis: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to University of California-Davis?
Sutter Davis Hospital in Davis, about 1.4 mi in a straight line from the center of University of California-Davis (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (530) 757-5108. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve University of California-Davis?
Medicare lists 48 certified agencies whose service area includes University of California-Davis ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Caringhand Home Health Solutions, Inc (5 of 5), Compassionate Home Health, Ltd (5 of 5), Freedom Home Health And Hospice Care Services, Inc (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in University of California-Davis?
At the California minimum wage of $16.90 an hour (the May 2025 median aide wage, $16.50, is now below it), 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,465 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. California's minimum wage is $16.90 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 (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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