Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in West Lealman, 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 Lealman for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in West Lealman, FL: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is HCA Florida Northside Hospital in Saint Petersburg, about 0.5 mi away in a straight line, followed by HCA Florida St Petersburg Hospital (2.3 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 52 certified home health agencies whose service area includes West Lealman. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
West Lealman compared with Pinellas County and Florida
| Census figure | West Lealman | Pinellas County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 35% | 31% | 31% |
| Residents 65 or older | 34% | 26% | 21% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 39% | 32% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 9.2% | 6.9% | 6.0% |
| Residents 85 or older | 4.2% | 3.5% | 2.6% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 17% | 12% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $38,016 | $54,353 | — |
Older residents in towns around West Lealman
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenneth City, FL | 1.5 mi | 1,745 | 37% |
| Bay Pines, FL | 2.4 mi | 1,023 | 33% |
| Bardmoor, FL | 2.7 mi | 2,275 | 29% |
| Seminole, FL | 3.2 mi | 6,497 | 31% |
| Pinellas Park, FL | 3.3 mi | 12,027 | 37% |
| Lealman, FL | 3.3 mi | 4,458 | 44% |
Hospitals near West Lealman
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HCA Florida Northside Hospital | Saint Petersburg, FL | 0.5 mi | 1 of 5 | (727) 521-5121 |
| HCA Florida St Petersburg Hospital | Saint Petersburg, FL | 2.3 mi | 2 of 5 | (727) 384-1414 |
| Bay Pines Va Medical Center | Bay Pines, FL | 2.4 mi | 3 of 5 | (727) 398-6661 |
| HCA Florida Pasadena Hospital A Part Of HCA Florid | Saint Petersburg, FL | 4.6 mi | not rated | (727) 381-1000 |
Home health agencies serving West Lealman
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Homecare | Saint Petersburg, FL | 7.1 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (727) 546-8900 |
| Bon Secours Home Care By Compassus | Saint Petersburg, FL | 7.1 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (727) 577-7990 |
| Centerwell Home Health | Clearwater, FL | 11 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (727) 531-0300 |
| Concierge Home Care | Clearwater, FL | 5.7 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | — |
| Enhabit Home Health | Clearwater, FL | 6.5 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (727) 532-9900 |
| Gulf Breeze Home Health Inc | Saint Petersburg, FL | 7.0 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (727) 623-0394 |
Straight-line miles from the center of West Lealman. 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 Lealman
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 44% of the $3,168 monthly median income of West Lealman 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 Lealman: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to West Lealman?
HCA Florida Northside Hospital in Saint Petersburg, about 0.5 mi in a straight line from the center of West Lealman (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (727) 521-5121. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve West Lealman?
Medicare lists 52 certified agencies whose service area includes West Lealman ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Southeast Homecare (5 of 5), Bon Secours Home Care By Compassus (5 of 5), Centerwell Home Health (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in West Lealman?
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 44% of the $3,168 monthly median income of West Lealman 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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