Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in West Lake Hills, TX
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 Lake Hills for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in West Lake Hills, TX: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is The Hospital At Westlake Medical Center in Austin, about 0.4 mi away in a straight line, followed by St David's South Austin Medical Center (4.4 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 43 certified home health agencies whose service area includes West Lake Hills. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
West Lake Hills compared with Travis County and Texas
| Census figure | West Lake Hills | Travis County | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 30% | 28% | 35% |
| Residents 65 or older | 25% | 11% | 13% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 22% | 27% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 7.0% | 5.9% | 5.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.0% | 1.0% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 3.3% | 9.7% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $128,125 | $77,381 | — |
Older residents in towns around West Lake Hills
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barton Creek, TX | 3.4 mi | 1,378 | 17% |
| Austin, TX | 3.6 mi | 102,081 | 28% |
| Steiner Ranch, TX | 7.1 mi | 1,691 | 32% |
| Bee Cave, TX | 8.9 mi | 1,590 | 49% |
| Shady Hollow, TX | 9.3 mi | 1,089 | 33% |
| Hudson Bend, TX | 11 mi | 864 | 17% |
Hospitals near West Lake Hills
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hospital At Westlake Medical Center | Austin, TX | 0.4 mi | not rated | (512) 327-0000 |
| St David's South Austin Medical Center | Austin, TX | 4.4 mi | 3 of 5 | (512) 448-7107 |
| Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin | Austin, TX | 4.5 mi | 3 of 5 | (512) 324-1000 |
| St David's Medical Center | Austin, TX | 4.5 mi | 4 of 5 | (512) 476-7111 |
Home health agencies serving West Lake Hills
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royalty Care Home Health Services Inc | Round Rock, TX | 18 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (512) 244-4254 |
| Choice Austin Homecare | Austin, TX | 5.0 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (512) 637-1550 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Austin, TX | 5.0 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (512) 342-0331 |
| Home Therapy Austin | Austin, TX | 5.0 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (512) 637-1550 |
| Accentcare Home Health Of Texas | Austin, TX | 8.1 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (512) 634-1850 |
| Progressive Home Health Agency | Buda, TX | 14 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (512) 312-5222 |
Straight-line miles from the center of West Lake Hills. 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 Lake Hills
At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 9% of the $10,677 monthly median income of West Lake Hills households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas'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 STAR+PLUS in Texas: using consumer directed services to pay a family caregiver.
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 Lake Hills: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to West Lake Hills?
The Hospital At Westlake Medical Center in Austin, about 0.4 mi in a straight line from the center of West Lake Hills (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (512) 327-0000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve West Lake Hills?
Medicare lists 43 certified agencies whose service area includes West Lake Hills ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Royalty Care Home Health Services Inc (5 of 5), Choice Austin Homecare (4.5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in West Lake Hills?
At the Texas median aide wage of $11.65 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,010 a month in wages, which is 9% of the $10,677 monthly median income of West Lake Hills households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Texas'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.
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