Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in West DeLand, 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 West DeLand for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in West DeLand, FL: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Adventhealth Deland in Deland, about 0.7 mi away in a straight line, followed by Adventhealth Fish Memorial (5.3 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 41 certified home health agencies whose service area includes West DeLand. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
West DeLand compared with Volusia County and Florida
| Census figure | West DeLand | Volusia County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 37% | 34% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 20% | 25% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 18% | 27% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 1.5% | 5.3% | 6.0% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.4% | 2.7% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 4.1% | 9.9% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $64,457 | $54,671 | — |
Older residents in towns around West DeLand
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| DeLand, FL | 2.9 mi | 8,981 | 34% |
| Orange City, FL | 6.3 mi | 3,686 | 48% |
| Lake Helen, FL | 6.6 mi | 912 | 46% |
| De Leon Springs, FL | 7.1 mi | 748 | 60% |
| DeBary, FL | 9.3 mi | 5,409 | 31% |
| Deltona, FL | 11 mi | 15,995 | 38% |
Hospitals near West DeLand
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adventhealth Deland | Deland, FL | 0.7 mi | 4 of 5 | (386) 943-4522 |
| Adventhealth Fish Memorial | Orange City, FL | 5.3 mi | 5 of 5 | (386) 917-5000 |
| Halifax Health /Uf Health Medical Center Of Delton | Deltona, FL | 9.7 mi | not rated | (386) 425-4806 |
| Central Florida Lake Monroe Hospital | Sanford, FL | 15 mi | 2 of 5 | (407) 321-4500 |
Home health agencies serving West DeLand
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halifax Health Care At Home | Port Orange, FL | 21 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (386) 425-3871 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Daytona Beach, FL | 22 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (386) 274-1088 |
| Confident Care Of Florida Corp | Palm Coast, FL | 38 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | — |
| Concierge Home Care | Port Orange, FL | 22 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (386) 257-6601 |
| Adventhealth Home Health | Leesburg, FL | 29 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (352) 253-3900 |
| Centerwell Home Health | The Villages, FL | 36 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (352) 787-2780 |
Straight-line miles from the center of West DeLand. 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 West DeLand
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 26% of the $5,371 monthly median income of West DeLand 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 West DeLand: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to West DeLand?
Adventhealth Deland in Deland, about 0.7 mi in a straight line from the center of West DeLand (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (386) 943-4522. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve West DeLand?
Medicare lists 41 certified agencies whose service area includes West DeLand ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Halifax Health Care At Home (5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (5 of 5), Confident Care Of Florida Corp (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in West DeLand?
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 26% of the $5,371 monthly median income of West DeLand 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.
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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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