Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Winnsboro, TX
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Post-Surgery Care in Winnsboro, TX: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Christus Mother Frances Hospital- Winnsboro in Winnsboro, about 3.0 mi away in a straight line, followed by UT Health East Texas Quitman Hospital (13 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 37 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Winnsboro. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Winnsboro compared with Wood County and Texas
| Census figure | Winnsboro | Wood County | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 40% | 38% | 35% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 28% | 13% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 55% | 28% | 25% |
| Households with no vehicle | 6.5% | 5.1% | 5.4% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.4% | 2.9% | 1.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 29% | 11% | 12% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $29,286 | $51,928 | — |
Older residents in towns around Winnsboro
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Vernon, TX | 16 mi | 287 | 54% |
| Holly Lake Ranch, TX | 18 mi | 1,471 | 35% |
| Pittsburg, TX | 19 mi | 428 | 42% |
| Sulphur Springs, TX | 23 mi | 2,692 | 37% |
| Mount Pleasant, TX | 23 mi | 1,828 | 38% |
| Mineola, TX | 24 mi | 1,412 | 50% |
Hospitals near Winnsboro
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christus Mother Frances Hospital- Winnsboro | Winnsboro, TX | 3.0 mi | not rated | (903) 342-5227 |
| UT Health East Texas Quitman Hospital | Quitman, TX | 13 mi | 4 of 5 | (903) 763-6300 |
| UT Health East Texas Pittsburg Hospital | Pittsburg, TX | 19 mi | 3 of 5 | (903) 946-5000 |
| Christus Mother Frances Hospital Sulphur Springs | Sulphur Springs, TX | 21 mi | 4 of 5 | (903) 885-7671 |
Home health agencies serving Winnsboro
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerwell Home Health | Mount Pleasant, TX | 24 mi | 5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (903) 572-8751 |
| Elara Caring | Mount Vernon, TX | 15 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work | (903) 537-2445 |
| Traditions Health | Longview, TX | 41 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (903) 663-2331 |
| Reliant At Home | Tyler, TX | 44 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (903) 509-3374 |
| Choice Homecare Of The Pines | Longview, TX | 44 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (903) 236-8880 |
| Vitalcaring Group | Tyler, TX | 47 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (903) 509-4555 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Winnsboro. 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 Winnsboro
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 41% of the $2,441 monthly median income of Winnsboro 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 Winnsboro: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Winnsboro?
Christus Mother Frances Hospital- Winnsboro in Winnsboro, about 3.0 mi in a straight line from the center of Winnsboro (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (903) 342-5227. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Winnsboro?
Medicare lists 37 certified agencies whose service area includes Winnsboro ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Centerwell Home Health (5 of 5), Elara Caring (4.5 of 5), Traditions Health (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Winnsboro?
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 41% of the $2,441 monthly median income of Winnsboro 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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