Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Wareham Center, MA
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 Wareham Center for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Wareham Center, MA: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Plymouth in Plymouth, about 12 mi away in a straight line, followed by Falmouth Hospital (14 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 22 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Wareham Center. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Wareham Center compared with Plymouth County and Massachusetts
| Census figure | Wareham Center | Plymouth County | Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 28% | 28% | 30% |
| Residents 65 or older | 19% | 20% | 18% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 23% | 25% | 29% |
| Households with no vehicle | 8.4% | 6.0% | 12% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.2% | 2.0% | 2.2% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 6.5% | 9.0% | 11% |
Older residents in towns around Wareham Center
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buzzards Bay, MA | 5.4 mi | 941 | 30% |
| Monument Beach, MA | 6.5 mi | 1,062 | 34% |
| Mattapoisett Center, MA | 6.6 mi | 719 | 44% |
| North Falmouth, MA | 8.6 mi | 985 | 24% |
| Sagamore, MA | 10.0 mi | 860 | 20% |
| Acushnet Center, MA | 11 mi | 816 | 38% |
Hospitals near Wareham Center
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Plymouth | Plymouth, MA | 12 mi | 4 of 5 | (508) 746-2000 |
| Falmouth Hospital | Falmouth, MA | 14 mi | 4 of 5 | (508) 548-5300 |
| Southcoast Hospitals Group | Fall River, MA | 22 mi | 4 of 5 | (508) 679-3131 |
| Martha's Vineyard Hospital Inc | Oak Bluffs, MA | 22 mi | 4 of 5 | (508) 693-0410 |
Home health agencies serving Wareham Center
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Sandwich, MA | 13 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (508) 888-2932 |
| Metrowest Homecare And Hospice, An Amedisys Company | Marlborough, MA | 59 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (508) 383-7000 |
| Community Nurse, Inc | Fairhaven, MA | 11 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (508) 992-6278 |
| Southcoast Visiting Nurse Association Inc | Fairhaven, MA | 11 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (508) 973-3420 |
| Bayada Home Health Care, Inc. | North Dartmouth, MA | 16 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (508) 994-1003 |
| Accentcare Home Health Of Massachusetts | Fall River, MA | 22 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (781) 551-5600 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Wareham Center. 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 Wareham Center
At the Massachusetts median aide wage of $19.67 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,705 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Massachusetts'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 Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states.
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 Wareham Center: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Wareham Center?
Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Plymouth in Plymouth, about 12 mi in a straight line from the center of Wareham Center (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (508) 746-2000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Wareham Center?
Medicare lists 22 certified agencies whose service area includes Wareham Center ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (4.5 of 5), Metrowest Homecare And Hospice, An Amedisys Company (4.5 of 5), Community Nurse, Inc (4 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Wareham Center?
At the Massachusetts median aide wage of $19.67 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,705 a month in wages. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Massachusetts'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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- Post-Surgery Care in Sagamore, MA
- Post-Surgery Care in Acushnet Center, MA
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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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