Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in White Oak, 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 White Oak for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in White Oak, TX: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Longview Regional Medical Center in Longview, about 4.8 mi away in a straight line, followed by Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center (7.3 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 24 certified home health agencies whose service area includes White Oak. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
White Oak compared with Gregg County and Texas
| Census figure | White Oak | Gregg County | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 47% | 36% | 35% |
| Residents 65 or older | 12% | 16% | 13% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 21% | 30% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 1.6% | 4.6% | 5.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.9% | 2.1% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 13% | 9.9% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $67,500 | $52,858 | — |
Older residents in towns around White Oak
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Longview, TX | 5.4 mi | 13,805 | 35% |
| Gladewater, TX | 5.5 mi | 942 | 36% |
| Liberty City, TX | 7.5 mi | 688 | 45% |
| Kilgore, TX | 9.2 mi | 1,550 | 28% |
| Gilmer, TX | 15 mi | 886 | 45% |
| Lake Cherokee, TX | 17 mi | 1,114 | 27% |
Hospitals near White Oak
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longview Regional Medical Center | Longview, TX | 4.8 mi | 3 of 5 | (903) 758-1818 |
| Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center | Longview, TX | 7.3 mi | 4 of 5 | (903) 927-6712 |
| University Of Texas Health Science Center At Tyler | Tyler, TX | 22 mi | 4 of 5 | (903) 877-7777 |
| UT Health East Texas Henderson Hospital | Henderson, TX | 22 mi | 5 of 5 | (903) 657-7541 |
Home health agencies serving White Oak
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lifecare Health Services | Longview, TX | 3.2 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (903) 297-9300 |
| Traditions Health | Longview, TX | 4.8 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (903) 663-2331 |
| Choice Homecare Of The Pines | Longview, TX | 7.3 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (903) 236-8880 |
| Paradigm Homecare | Tyler, TX | 32 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy | (903) 581-1223 |
| Elara Caring | Mount Vernon, TX | 49 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (903) 537-2445 |
| Paradigm Homecare | Plano, TX | 118 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (972) 422-0033 |
Straight-line miles from the center of White Oak. 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 White Oak
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 18% of the $5,625 monthly median income of White Oak 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 White Oak: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to White Oak?
Longview Regional Medical Center in Longview, about 4.8 mi in a straight line from the center of White Oak (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (903) 758-1818. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve White Oak?
Medicare lists 24 certified agencies whose service area includes White Oak ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Lifecare Health Services (4.5 of 5), Traditions Health (4.5 of 5), Choice Homecare Of The Pines (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in White Oak?
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 18% of the $5,625 monthly median income of White Oak 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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