Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Wellington, FL
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 Wellington for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Wellington, FL: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Wellington Regional Medical Center in Wellington, about 1.7 mi away in a straight line, followed by HCA Florida Palms West Hospital (6.2 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 97 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Wellington. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Wellington compared with Palm Beach County and Florida
| Census figure | Wellington | Palm Beach County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 30% | 29% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 25% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 19% | 28% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.3% | 6.0% | 6.0% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.5% | 3.9% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 8.9% | 11% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $73,905 | $65,565 | — |
Older residents in towns around Wellington
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Palm Beach, FL | 4.2 mi | 7,629 | 28% |
| Loxahatchee Groves, FL | 5.0 mi | 807 | 27% |
| Westlake, FL | 7.6 mi | 348 | 23% |
| Greenacres, FL | 8.1 mi | 7,829 | 34% |
| Lake Belvedere Estates, FL | 8.6 mi | 379 | 23% |
| The Acreage, FL | 8.7 mi | 6,252 | 27% |
Hospitals near Wellington
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellington Regional Medical Center | Wellington, FL | 1.7 mi | 2 of 5 | (561) 798-8500 |
| HCA Florida Palms West Hospital | Loxahatchee, FL | 6.2 mi | 2 of 5 | (561) 798-3300 |
| HCA Florida Jfk Hospital | Atlantis, FL | 13 mi | 2 of 5 | (561) 965-7300 |
| Good Samaritan Medical Center | West Palm Beach, FL | 13 mi | 2 of 5 | (561) 655-5511 |
Home health agencies serving Wellington
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priority Senior Care, Inc. | West Palm Beach, FL | 5.8 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (561) 228-6164 |
| Elder's Choice, Inc. | West Palm Beach, FL | 11 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (561) 439-2877 |
| Mega Senior Services Inc | West Palm Beach, FL | 11 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (561) 855-8836 |
| Confident Care Of Florida Corp | West Palm Beach, FL | 13 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (561) 886-6533 |
| First Choice Home Health Inc | Boynton Beach, FL | 15 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (561) 296-2770 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Boynton Beach, FL | 15 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (561) 886-1500 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Wellington. 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 Wellington
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 23% of the $6,159 monthly median income of Wellington households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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 take care of a family member in Florida: SMMC LTC and the PDO.
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 Wellington: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Wellington?
Wellington Regional Medical Center in Wellington, about 1.7 mi in a straight line from the center of Wellington (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (561) 798-8500. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Wellington?
Medicare lists 97 certified agencies whose service area includes Wellington ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Priority Senior Care, Inc. (5 of 5), Elder's Choice, Inc. (5 of 5), Mega Senior Services Inc (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Wellington?
At the Florida median aide wage of $16.25 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,408 a month in wages, which is 23% of the $6,159 monthly median income of Wellington households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Florida's minimum wage rose to $15.00 an hour on September 30, 2026, under Article X, Section 24 of the Florida Constitution.
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.
More senior care near Wellington
Post-Surgery Care in nearby cities
- Post-Surgery Care in Royal Palm Beach, FL
- Post-Surgery Care in Loxahatchee Groves, FL
- Post-Surgery Care in Westlake, FL
- Post-Surgery Care in Greenacres, FL
- Post-Surgery Care in Lake Belvedere Estates, FL
- Post-Surgery Care in The Acreage, FL
- Post-Surgery Care in Haverhill, FL
- Post-Surgery Care in Palm Springs, FL
- Post-Surgery Care in West Palm Beach, FL
- Post-Surgery Care in Westgate, FL
- Post-Surgery Care in Seminole Manor, FL
- Post-Surgery Care in Lake Clarke Shores, FL
- Post-Surgery Care in Lake Worth Beach, FL
- Post-Surgery Care in Lantana, FL
- Post-Surgery Care in San Castle, FL
- Post-Surgery Care in Boynton Beach, FL
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- Home Health Aides in Wellington
- Nursing Assistants in Wellington
- Personal Care in Wellington
- Overnight Caregivers in Wellington
- 24-Hour Home Care in Wellington
- Mobility Assistance in Wellington
- Parkinson’s Care in Wellington
- Stroke Recovery Support in Wellington
- Disability Care for Adults in Wellington
- Hospice Support in Wellington
- Senior Meal Preparation in Wellington
- Senior Housekeeping in Wellington
- Medication Reminders in Wellington
- Veterans’ Home Care in Wellington
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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