Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in West University Place, 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 University Place for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in West University Place, TX: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center in Houston, about 2.0 mi away in a straight line, followed by Baylor St Lukes Medical Center (2.0 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 109 certified home health agencies whose service area includes West University Place. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
West University Place compared with Harris County and Texas
| Census figure | West University Place | Harris County | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 12% | 34% | 35% |
| Residents 65 or older | 17% | 12% | 13% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 17% | 25% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 1.5% | 7.1% | 5.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 1.5% | 1.1% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 2.0% | 14% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $149,333 | $58,641 | — |
Older residents in towns around West University Place
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellaire, TX | 1.9 mi | 3,186 | 19% |
| Houston, TX | 5.5 mi | 286,751 | 36% |
| Hunters Creek Village, TX | 5.6 mi | 760 | 11% |
| Piney Point Village, TX | 5.8 mi | 660 | 17% |
| Spring Valley Village, TX | 6.7 mi | 678 | 12% |
| Bunker Hill Village, TX | 6.9 mi | 635 | 12% |
Hospitals near West University Place
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center | Houston, TX | 2.0 mi | 4 of 5 | (713) 704-3700 |
| Baylor St Lukes Medical Center | Houston, TX | 2.0 mi | 4 of 5 | (832) 355-1000 |
| Harris Health | Houston, TX | 2.0 mi | 3 of 5 | (713) 873-2000 |
| Houston Methodist Hospital | Houston, TX | 2.0 mi | 5 of 5 | (713) 790-2221 |
Home health agencies serving West University Place
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All About Home Care, Inc. | Houston, TX | 5.9 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (713) 802-1211 |
| Providian Health Care Inc | Houston, TX | 14 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (281) 997-6272 |
| Elara Caring | Pasadena, TX | 15 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (713) 780-2390 |
| Caring Angels Home Health | Richmond, TX | 23 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (866) 344-2821 |
| Aging Gracefully Home Health | Richmond, TX | 23 mi | 5 of 5 | — | (281) 925-7621 |
| Mynurse Home Care Inc | Angleton, TX | 37 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (713) 436-0999 |
Straight-line miles from the center of West University Place. 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 University Place
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 8% of the $12,444 monthly median income of West University Place 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 University Place: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to West University Place?
Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center in Houston, about 2.0 mi in a straight line from the center of West University Place (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (713) 704-3700. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve West University Place?
Medicare lists 109 certified agencies whose service area includes West University Place ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include All About Home Care, Inc. (5 of 5), Providian Health Care Inc (5 of 5), Elara Caring (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in West University Place?
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 8% of the $12,444 monthly median income of West University Place 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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