Post-Surgery Home Care in Weatherford, OK

Local figures

Post-Surgery Care in Weatherford, OK: the local picture

0.9 mi

to the nearest hospital with an emergency department (Weatherford)

16

Medicare-certified home health agencies list Weatherford ZIP codes in their service area

41%

of residents 65+ report a disability (39% in Custer County)

1,491

residents 65 or older (12% of Weatherford)

The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Weatherford Regional Hospital, Inc Of Weatherford in Weatherford, about 0.9 mi away in a straight line, followed by Clinton Regional Hospital (17 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.

Medicare lists 16 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Weatherford. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.

Weatherford compared with Custer County and Oklahoma

Census figure	Weatherford	Custer County	Oklahoma
Residents 65+ with a disability	41%	39%	41%
Residents 65 or older	12%	15%	16%
Residents 65+ in households who live alone	35%	27%	30%
Households with no vehicle	3.8%	4.8%	5.6%
Residents 85 or older	2.1%	1.9%	1.6%
Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.)	9.7%	9.2%	11%
Median income, households headed by someone 65+	$64,677	$56,433	—

Older residents in towns around Weatherford

Town	Distance	Residents 65+	65+ with a disability
Clinton, OK	16 mi	1,177	36%
Hinton, OK	19 mi	462	31%
New Cordell, OK	24 mi	452	31%
Watonga, OK	27 mi	340	30%
El Reno, OK	41 mi	2,524	50%
Anadarko, OK	41 mi	688	50%

Hospitals near Weatherford

Hospital with an emergency department	Town	Distance	CMS overall rating	Phone
Weatherford Regional Hospital, Inc Of Weatherford	Weatherford, OK	0.9 mi	not rated	(580) 772-5551
Clinton Regional Hospital	Clinton, OK	17 mi	not rated	(580) 323-0346
Clinton Regional Hospital	Clinton, OK	17 mi	not rated	(580) 323-0346
Cordell Memorial Hospital	Cordell, OK	23 mi	not rated	(580) 832-3339

Home health agencies serving Weatherford

Agency	Office	Distance	CMS quality stars	Services listed	Phone
Elara Caring Xxiv	Lawton, OK	65 mi	5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy	(580) 510-8006
Ally Home Health LLC	Binger, OK	26 mi	4.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides	(405) 656-2203
Traditions Health Of Enid	Enid, OK	75 mi	4.5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides	(580) 233-4217
Great Plains Home Care	Elk City, OK	42 mi	4 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy	(580) 225-5656
Carter Healthcare Of Central Oklahoma, LLC	Oklahoma City, OK	59 mi	4 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy	(405) 947-7700
Angels Care Home Health Of Oklahoma	Oklahoma City, OK	63 mi	4 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work	(405) 767-9555

Straight-line miles from the center of Weatherford. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.

What it covers

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

Cost

What post-surgery care costs in Weatherford

At the Oklahoma median aide wage of $13.32 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,154 a month in wages, which is 21% of the $5,390 monthly median income of Weatherford households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Oklahoma'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 Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states.

Before you hire

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.

CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.

Questions

Post-Surgery Care in Weatherford: common questions

Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Weatherford?

Weatherford Regional Hospital, Inc Of Weatherford in Weatherford, about 0.9 mi in a straight line from the center of Weatherford (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (580) 772-5551. In an emergency, call 911.

Which home health agencies serve Weatherford?

Medicare lists 16 certified agencies whose service area includes Weatherford ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Elara Caring Xxiv (5 of 5), Ally Home Health LLC (4.5 of 5), Traditions Health Of Enid (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.

How much does post-surgery care cost in Weatherford?

At the Oklahoma median aide wage of $13.32 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,154 a month in wages, which is 21% of the $5,390 monthly median income of Weatherford households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Oklahoma'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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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.

Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Weatherford, OK