Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Virginia Beach, VA
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Post-Surgery Care in Virginia Beach, VA: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital in Virginia Beach, about 3.4 mi away in a straight line, followed by Chesapeake General Hospital (12 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 32 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Virginia Beach. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Virginia Beach compared with Virginia
| Census figure | Virginia Beach | Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 29% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 16% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 25% | 27% |
| Households with no vehicle | 4.6% | 6.1% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.6% | 1.7% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 6.6% | 8.8% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $75,184 | — |
Older residents in towns around Virginia Beach
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norfolk, VA | 15 mi | 30,440 | 36% |
| Chesapeake, VA | 17 mi | 36,797 | 33% |
| Portsmouth, VA | 19 mi | 15,037 | 38% |
| Moyock, NC | 21 mi | 717 | 38% |
| Hampton, VA | 24 mi | 22,962 | 37% |
| Poquoson, VA | 28 mi | 2,474 | 28% |
Hospitals near Virginia Beach
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital | Virginia Beach, VA | 3.4 mi | 4 of 5 | (757) 395-8000 |
| Chesapeake General Hospital | Chesapeake, VA | 12 mi | 3 of 5 | (757) 312-8121 |
| Nmc Portsmouth | Portsmouth, VA | 15 mi | not rated | (757) 953-5000 |
| Sentara Norfolk General Hospital | Norfolk, VA | 16 mi | 4 of 5 | (757) 388-3000 |
Home health agencies serving Virginia Beach
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| @Heart Homecare | Virginia Beach, VA | 5.3 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (757) 961-4077 |
| Fni Healthcare, Inc | Virginia Beach, VA | 8.0 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (757) 271-3861 |
| Centerwell Home Health (Va Beach) | Virginia Beach, VA | 8.0 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (757) 499-2303 |
| Fni Healthcare Inc - Virginia Beach | Virginia Beach, VA | 8.0 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (757) 432-2143 |
| Amedisys Home Health Care | Norfolk, VA | 12 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (757) 466-1340 |
| Commonwealth Home Care | Portsmouth, VA | 16 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (757) 937-8600 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Virginia Beach. 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 Virginia Beach
At the Virginia median aide wage of $14.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,263 a month in wages, which is 20% of the $6,265 monthly median income of Virginia Beach households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Virginia's minimum wage is $12.77 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 care in Virginia: how relatives are paid to give care through CCC Plus.
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 Virginia Beach: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Virginia Beach?
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital in Virginia Beach, about 3.4 mi in a straight line from the center of Virginia Beach (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (757) 395-8000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Virginia Beach?
Medicare lists 32 certified agencies whose service area includes Virginia Beach ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include @Heart Homecare (5 of 5), Fni Healthcare, Inc (5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (Va Beach) (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Virginia Beach?
At the Virginia median aide wage of $14.57 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,263 a month in wages, which is 20% of the $6,265 monthly median income of Virginia Beach households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Virginia's minimum wage is $12.77 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 Chesapeake, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Portsmouth, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Moyock, NC
- Post-Surgery Care in Hampton, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Poquoson, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Carrollton, VA
- Post-Surgery Care in Bethel Manor, VA
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Other care in Virginia Beach
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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