Post-Surgery and Hospital Discharge Care in Youngwood, PA
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 Youngwood for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Post-Surgery Care in Youngwood, PA: the local picture
The nearest hospital with an emergency department is Excela Health Westmoreland Regional Hospital in Greensburg, about 4.8 mi away in a straight line, followed by Ahn Emerus Westmoreland, LLC (4.8 mi). Plan the ride home on discharge day and the rides back for follow-up visits.
Medicare lists 11 certified home health agencies whose service area includes Youngwood. If the surgeon orders home health, one of them sends the nurse or therapist; a private caregiver covers the hours in between.
Youngwood compared with Westmoreland County and Pennsylvania
| Census figure | Youngwood | Westmoreland County | Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with a disability | 36% | 29% | 32% |
| Residents 65 or older | 24% | 24% | 19% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 35% | 29% | 30% |
| Households with no vehicle | 3.4% | 6.2% | 10% |
| Residents 85 or older | 3.5% | 3.1% | 2.4% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 2.1% | 8.0% | 9.9% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $70,978 | $53,414 | — |
Older residents in towns around Youngwood
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | 65+ with a disability |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Stanton, PA | 2.1 mi | 466 | 41% |
| Greensburg, PA | 5.0 mi | 3,269 | 32% |
| Jeannette, PA | 6.0 mi | 1,980 | 26% |
| Mount Pleasant, PA | 6.7 mi | 1,069 | 35% |
| Irwin, PA | 8.4 mi | 599 | 27% |
| Manor, PA | 8.4 mi | 535 | 16% |
Hospitals near Youngwood
| Hospital with an emergency department | Town | Distance | CMS overall rating | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Excela Health Westmoreland Regional Hospital | Greensburg, PA | 4.8 mi | 3 of 5 | (724) 832-4000 |
| Ahn Emerus Westmoreland, LLC | Greensburg, PA | 4.8 mi | not rated | (878) 295-4735 |
| Excela Health - Frick Hospital | Mount Pleasant, PA | 6.0 mi | 3 of 5 | (724) 547-1500 |
| Excela Health Latrobe Hospital | Latrobe, PA | 9.6 mi | 4 of 5 | (724) 832-4000 |
Home health agencies serving Youngwood
| Agency | Office | Distance | CMS quality stars | Services listed | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Community Care, Inc | New Stanton, PA | 2.3 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (724) 830-9918 |
| Excela Health Home Care & Hospice | Greensburg, PA | 4.8 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (724) 689-1800 |
| Medi Home Health Agency Inc | Pittsburgh, PA | 20 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (412) 242-8540 |
| Amedisys Home Health Of Pa | Uniontown, PA | 26 mi | 4.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (724) 438-6660 |
| Family Home Health LP | Monroeville, PA | 16 mi | 4 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (412) 856-4000 |
| Ospta At Home | Belle Vernon, PA | 14 mi | 3.5 of 5 | nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, home health aides | (724) 483-4859 |
Straight-line miles from the center of Youngwood. 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 Youngwood
At the Pennsylvania median aide wage of $14.14 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,225 a month in wages, which is 21% of the $5,915 monthly median income of Youngwood households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Pennsylvania'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 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 Youngwood: common questions
Where is the nearest emergency hospital to Youngwood?
Excela Health Westmoreland Regional Hospital in Greensburg, about 4.8 mi in a straight line from the center of Youngwood (Medicare hospital file). Its listed phone number is (724) 832-4000. In an emergency, call 911.
Which home health agencies serve Youngwood?
Medicare lists 11 certified agencies whose service area includes Youngwood ZIP codes. The highest-rated on Medicare’s quality stars include Community Care, Inc (4.5 of 5), Excela Health Home Care & Hospice (4.5 of 5), Medi Home Health Agency Inc (4.5 of 5). Compare them on Medicare Care Compare.
How much does post-surgery care cost in Youngwood?
At the Pennsylvania median aide wage of $14.14 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,225 a month in wages, which is 21% of the $5,915 monthly median income of Youngwood households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Pennsylvania'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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