Post-Surgery Home Care in Winnetka, IL

Local figures

Post-Surgery Care in Winnetka, IL: the local picture

4.3 mi

to the nearest hospital with an emergency department (Evanston)

84

Medicare-certified home health agencies list Winnetka ZIP codes in their service area

16%

of residents 65+ report a disability (32% in Cook County)

1,982

residents 65 or older (16% of Winnetka)

The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital in Evanston, about 4.3 mi away in a straight line, followed by Saint Francis Hospital-Evanston (6.0 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.

Medicare lists 84 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Winnetka. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.

Winnetka compared with Cook County and Illinois

Census figure	Winnetka	Cook County	Illinois
Residents 65+ with a disability	16%	32%	32%
Residents 65 or older	16%	16%	17%
Residents 65+ in households who live alone	16%	32%	30%
Households with no vehicle	2.7%	18%	11%
Residents 85 or older	1.8%	2.0%	2.0%
Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.)	2.8%	13%	10%
Median income, households headed by someone 65+	$151,250	$56,774	—

Older residents in towns around Winnetka

Town	Distance	Residents 65+	65+ with a disability
Northfield, IL	1.8 mi	1,446	25%
Kenilworth, IL	1.9 mi	331	9.7%
Wilmette, IL	2.1 mi	5,980	29%
Glencoe, IL	2.2 mi	1,772	19%
Glenview, IL	4.6 mi	12,175	26%
Evanston, IL	4.8 mi	14,153	25%

Hospitals near Winnetka

Hospital with an emergency department	Town	Distance	CMS overall rating	Phone
Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital	Evanston, IL	4.3 mi	5 of 5	(847) 570-2000
Saint Francis Hospital-Evanston	Evanston, IL	6.0 mi	2 of 5	(847) 316-4000
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital	Park Ridge, IL	8.2 mi	4 of 5	(847) 723-2210
Amita Health Resurrection Medical Center	Chicago, IL	8.4 mi	3 of 5	(773) 774-8000

Home health agencies serving Winnetka

Agency	Office	Distance	CMS quality stars	Services listed	Phone
Homestead Health Care Services, LLC	Northbrook, IL	5.5 mi	5 of 5	—	(847) 715-9191
Providence Home Health Care, I	Northbrook, IL	5.5 mi	5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(847) 480-7877
Solaris Home Healthcare	Northbrook, IL	5.5 mi	5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(847) 701-2243
Progressive Home Health Care	Northbrook, IL	5.5 mi	5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aides	(847) 753-6800
Holistic Health Partners, Inc	Des Plaines, IL	9.0 mi	5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides	(708) 272-9398
Crystal Home Health Care, LLC	Des Plaines, IL	9.0 mi	5 of 5	nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work	(630) 887-1600

Straight-line miles from the center of Winnetka. Medicare (CMS) data, October 2026; call ahead to confirm. We are not affiliated with these providers.

What it covers

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

Cost

What post-surgery care costs in Winnetka

At the Illinois median aide wage of $18.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,586 a month in wages, which is 13% of the $12,604 monthly median income of Winnetka households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Illinois's minimum wage is $15.00 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.

Before you hire

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.

CaregiverConnect does not run background checks. Check identity, references and any certification yourself before anyone starts. The Safety Center explains how.

Questions

Post-Surgery Care in Winnetka: common questions

Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Winnetka?

Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital in Evanston, about 4.3 mi in a straight line from the center of Winnetka (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (847) 570-2000. In an emergency, call 911.

Which home health agencies serve Winnetka?

Medicare lists 84 certified agencies whose service area includes Winnetka ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Homestead Health Care Services, LLC (5 of 5), Providence Home Health Care, I (5 of 5), Solaris Home Healthcare (5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.

How much does post-surgery care cost in Winnetka?

At the Illinois median aide wage of $18.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,586 a month in wages, which is 13% of the $12,604 monthly median income of Winnetka households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Illinois's minimum wage is $15.00 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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