Find Top Post-Surgery Care Near Me in Aptos, CA

Compare 20 post-surgery caregivers in Aptos offering in-home recovery support, mobility assistance, and daily care. Compare rates and reviews to find the best fit.

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Jennifer F.'s Photo

Medical Assistant/caregiver

Aptos, CA

4.5(0)
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$35/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
hospice services
live-in home care
home modification
dementia
+ 1 more
I have been a medical assistant for 30 years working in several specialties. I have worked in surgical and clinical settings at Kaiser and private medical practices. I love educating and helping patients to be healthy and happy. Working with seniors I provide home health and personal assisting to help them stay living happy in...
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Senior Care Angel

Soquel, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
hospice services
light cleaning
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I'm a nature lover who loves life It'self which is why serving and assisting others to be able to live & have the best quality of life comes so natural to me. By being loving, caring, compassionate, and attentive to their needs, it provides the space for them to relax and be more in the moment, knowing their needs are being met....
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Dorrene A.'s Photo

Santa Cruz, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Mobility assistance
hospice services
light cleaning
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Registered Nurse licensed in a state of California with 40 years of experience which includes Hospice care, Medical-Surgical, Home Health, Critical Care and Acute Rehab Nursing. I have worked at local hospitals and hospices. I can provide respite care, nursing care , medication administration, healthy meal preparation, for...
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Katelyn L.'s Photo

Scotts Valley, CA

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$30/hr
6 years experience
Transportation
mobility assistance
personal care
meal prep
companionship
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Katelyn. I'm a former Emergency Medical Technician (yes, I also drove the ambulance!) and current Registered Nurse with 5+ years experience in Home Health, Medical/Surgical, Telemetry, and Sub ICU. I'm currently working but have felxibility in my schedule and would love to add you or your loved one to my routine! I can...
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Pamela B.'s Photo

Watsonville, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I am a CNA since 2017, but before that I have worked with different caregiving agencies and through IHSS for personal in-home care of adults with physical and developmental disabilities. I currently work as a private contractor for occasional shifts and skilled nursing facilities working with patients in rehab from surgeries and...
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Jenifer F.'s Photo

Freedom, CA

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$23/hr
7 years experience
Hospice services
live-in home care
respite care
dementia
personal care
Experienced and reliable household manager and caregiver with 5+ years supporting private homes and high-profile clients. Skilled in managing day-to-day operations, coordinating vendors, running errands, meal prep, and providing attentive, compassionate care. Known for discretion, strong organization, and the ability to...
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Lisa P.'s Photo

Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Errands
transportation
I'd describe my personality as responsible easy going and humorous I like caring for seniors because they are easy to get along with and I love the fact that I am bringing enjoyment and companionship into their lives I'm looking for a job where I can help a person with their errands and give them companionship I started...
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Jill P.'s Photo

San Jose, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
errands
hospice services
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
I'm a single parent, I have one daughter, I have 4 dogs, 2 cats. I worked in high-tech for 15 years, then in alternative education high school for 5 years. I have lived in 4 different states and I'm very adaptable to any situation. I love animals and people. I have a soft spot for senior citizens (human and canines but...

Scott P. says "Jill is a kind, caring, compassionate person. She just recently visited my father who has dementia. She cooked, cleaned, took care of bills, did the...

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Diana P.'s Photo

San Jose, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Visiting physician
personal care
respite care
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
I have a background of medical profession. I work in the hospital, nursing home and private duty in home care. I worked from stroke victim to paralyzed patient, bed bound, cancer patient, cleaning and flushing indwelling catheter, change wound dressing, Alzheimer's, dementia, diabetes insulin dependent, oxygen at home, nebulizer...

Care Member says "Diana came over short notice to help my mother who had mobility issues after a stint in the hospital. She was so sweet and nice and helpful, and my...

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Donna W.'s Photo

San Jose, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
30 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Live-in home care
errands
hospice services
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello, I am Donna. I have been providing care for over 25 years now. Prior to the year 2000, I ran a daycare from my home on the East Coast. In 2005, obtained my CNA license and began to focus working with seniors full time. Gaining my experience in senior care facilities, rehabs, hospitals and homes as a cna. Working within...

Care Member says "Donna was an amazing help with my grandmother. Please know y’all, this was not the easiest job either. My grandma was not a nice old lady. She was more...

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Worked As A CNA/caregiver/Rehab Tech 1998-2018

Salinas, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
errands
hospice services
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
I've been in the medical field for 20+ years, I've work as a CNA @ Pacific Grove convalescent, the Katherine convalescent, Windsor Gardens of Salinas subacute and long-term facility, where I was a rehab tech, and covered @ most facilities in Salinas, Ca. I've have worked as caregiver, and pvt duty cases. I've worked with every...
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Patient And Kind Caregiver Available

Boulder Creek, CA

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
I am available to help with senior care/family support needs. Companionship, healthy meals and cooking, household management, light housekeeping, errands, transportation needs, supervision, medication management, personal care, appointments, shopping, post surgery care, bathing, walks, pet care, etc Non-smoker
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Sira T.'s Photo

Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
transportation
dementia
meal prep
Hello My name is Sira , I currently live in Soquel . As a young adult I cared for my grandmother & my niece. I currently care for a very sweet lady with dementia 3 days a week. She been in my care for over a year . I run errands , shop , cook , tidy up , do what is helpful for my care families . I enjoy getting to know my...
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Elise C.'s Photo

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Los Gatos, CA

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$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
transportation
errands
meal prep
I have worked in Pre-op, OR, Recovery dept.. I have extensive experience in healthcare, having worked in pulmonary rehab, PT, depts. I have worked with clients who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer, Dementia, Parkinson's, MS, long term care and end of life care, I offer well balanced nutritional meals and any special dietary...
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Full-Time Caregiver

Felton, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
light cleaning
meal prep
errands
companionship
+ 1 more
I have been a home care provider for seniors for over 10 years now. I am passionate about care giving because I come from a culture where we care for our grandparents tremendously. I am of Pacific Islander ethnicity and caring for the elderly is second nature to us. I have done jobs ranging from providing companionships to those...
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Sherri M.'s Photo

Santa Cruz, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
errands
hospice services
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
• 13+ Years of Compassionate Care Experience • • From Companion Care to Complex Needs • • In-Home • Live-In • Residential Care • Aloha! I'm Sherri, a compassionate Caregiver with 13+ years of experience. My journey began caring for my beloved late husband, Robin, and became work I truly love. I've cared for people needing...
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Paul T.'s Photo

San Jose, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
errands
light cleaning
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello! If you're looking for a qualified and compassionate Home Caregiver, I'm here to support you. With over 10 years of experience, I understand the unique challenges that come with caring for seniors. My services include assistance with dialysis, support for daily activities, companionship for those facing dementia, those...
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Home Health Caregiver

San Jose, CA

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$29/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
home modification
hospice services
errands
companionship
+ 1 more
I am a compassionate, dependable, and patient caregiver with over 10 years of experience providing exceptional in-home care to elderly and disabled individuals. I have extensive experience caring for clients with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, stroke recovery, diabetes, mobility limitations, and many other...
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Manuela A.'s Photo

San Jose, CA

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$38/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hospice services
respite care
dementia
personal care
If you are caring for an aging parent or spouse and can't always be there, I can help. For over 10 years, I have provided compassionate, dependable care for seniors and adults with dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, MS, post-surgical and hospice needs. I provide personal care, mobility assistance, medication reminders, meals,...
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Keli L.'s Photo

San Jose, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Live-in home care
respite care
dementia
personal care
About Me Care is deeply personal to me. I provide compassionate, professional private support for individuals and families seeking dependable in-home assistance delivered with warmth, dignity, and discretion. With a background shaped by hospitality and people-centered service, I bring a calm, polished, and attentive approach...
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  • 20 post-surgery care are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $35.00/hr as of September 2026

  • The average star rating for rated post-surgery care is 4.0

Recent post-surgery care reviews from local families in Aptos, CA

Post-Surgery Care in Aptos, CA are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 20 listed post-surgery care

Jill P.

Jill is a kind, caring, compassionate person. She just recently visited my father who has dementia. She cooked, cleaned, took care of bills,...

- Scott P.

Diana P.

Diana came over short notice to help my mother who had mobility issues after a stint in the hospital. She was so sweet and nice and helpful,...

- Care member

Donna W.

Donna was an amazing help with my grandmother. Please know y’all, this was not the easiest job either. My grandma was not a nice old lady....

- Care member

Helpful information on post-surgery care in Aptos, CA

Post-surgery care in Aptos, CA focuses on helping individuals recover safely at home after a medical procedure. Caregivers can assist with mobility, medication reminders, wound care support, meal preparation, and daily activities such as bathing or dressing. The level of care is typically tailored to the type of surgery and recovery plan provided by your healthcare team. Preparing in advance with a post-surgery checklist can help ensure a smoother recovery process.
The cost of post-surgery care in Aptos, CA can vary depending on the level of support needed and the caregiver’s experience. Many providers charge hourly rates, while extended or overnight care may be priced differently. Costs may also be influenced by the type of surgery, recovery timeline, and whether specialized care is required.
The length of post-surgery care in Aptos, CA depends on the type of procedure and your individual recovery plan. Some people may need help for just a few days after surgery, while others may require several weeks of support. Your doctor’s recommendations can help guide how much care is needed and for how long.
Yes, many post-surgery care providers in Aptos, CA offer in-home services, allowing individuals to recover in a familiar and comfortable environment. In-home care can be customized to include part-time assistance, full-time support, or overnight care depending on your needs and recovery goals.
To find a qualified post-surgery caregiver in Aptos, CA, many families compare providers based on experience with similar procedures, reviews, and availability. It’s helpful to ask about their experience with post-operative care, ability to follow recovery instructions, and communication style. Interviews and trial visits can help ensure a good fit.
Before hiring post-surgery care in Aptos, CA, consider asking about the caregiver’s experience with your type of surgery, availability, and services offered. You may also want to discuss recovery expectations, safety precautions, and how progress or concerns will be communicated. Choosing a caregiver who can support your specific recovery needs is key.

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