Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Windom, MN
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Post-Surgery Care in Windom, MN: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Windom Area Health in Windom, about 1.1 mi away in a straight line, followed by Sanford Jackson Medical Center (17 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 3 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Windom. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Windom compared with Cottonwood County and Minnesota
| Census figure | Windom | Cottonwood County | Minnesota |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 24% | 26% | 28% |
| Residents 65 or older | 23% | 23% | 17% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 18% | 23% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 9.7% | 5.9% | 6.7% |
| Residents 85 or older | 4.0% | 3.6% | 2.1% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 13% | 14% | 8.8% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $46,589 | $47,260 | — |
Older residents in towns around Windom
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson, MN | 18 mi | 714 | 49% |
| St. James, MN | 26 mi | 712 | 25% |
| Worthington, MN | 29 mi | 2,256 | 36% |
| Spirit Lake, IA | 32 mi | 1,217 | 37% |
| Sleepy Eye, MN | 35 mi | 748 | 26% |
| Estherville, IA | 36 mi | 1,332 | 45% |
Hospitals near Windom
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windom Area Health | Windom, MN | 1.1 mi | not rated | (507) 831-2400 |
| Sanford Jackson Medical Center | Jackson, MN | 17 mi | not rated | (507) 847-2420 |
| Sanford Westbrook Medical Center | Westbrook, MN | 20 mi | not rated | (507) 274-1150 |
| Mayo Clinic Health System St. James | St James, MN | 26 mi | not rated | (507) 375-8602 |
Home health agencies serving Windom
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Good Sam Society Home Care Of Sw MN | Windom, MN | 1.1 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (507) 831-0734 |
| Avera At Home Marshall | Marshall, MN | 52 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides | (507) 537-7070 |
| International Quality Homecare | Rochester, MN | 131 mi | 2 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home health aides | (888) 995-4742 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Windom. 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 Windom
At the Minnesota median aide wage of $18.45 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,599 a month in wages, which is 41% of the $3,882 monthly median income of Windom households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Minnesota's minimum wage is $11.41 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 Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states.
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 Windom: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Windom?
Windom Area Health in Windom, about 1.1 mi in a straight line from the center of Windom (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (507) 831-2400. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Windom?
Medicare lists 3 certified agencies whose service area includes Windom ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Good Sam Society Home Care Of Sw MN (4.5 of 5), Avera At Home Marshall (3.5 of 5), International Quality Homecare (2 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Windom?
At the Minnesota median aide wage of $18.45 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,599 a month in wages, which is 41% of the $3,882 monthly median income of Windom households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Minnesota's minimum wage is $11.41 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.
More senior care near Windom
Post-Surgery Care in nearby cities
- Post-Surgery Care in Jackson, MN
- Post-Surgery Care in St. James, MN
- Post-Surgery Care in Worthington, MN
- Post-Surgery Care in Spirit Lake, IA
- Post-Surgery Care in Sleepy Eye, MN
- Post-Surgery Care in Estherville, IA
- Post-Surgery Care in Fairmont, MN
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Other care in Windom
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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