Home / Our Services / Post Operative Care

Post-Operative Home Care in Montreal

A gentler recovery.

At Equinoxe LifeCare, we understand the importance of a smooth transition from hospital to home after surgery or during an acute illness. Our Post-Operative and Acute Care services provide expert support during the crucial recovery period.

Book a Free Consultation
An Equinoxe LifeCare caregiver helping a client with mobility during recovery

Recovery Care

You can rely on Equinoxe LifeCare.

Every recovery is different. Here’s how we help:

Personalized Care Plans

Every recovery is unique, so we start by understanding yours.

  • A comprehensive assessment of your specific needs

  • A personalized plan ensuring the right care and support

Learn more

Recovery needs are rarely predictable in advance. Your Care Manager builds the plan around your actual situation—the procedure or illness, your home, your family’s availability—rather than a generic template, and adjusts it as things change.

Medication Management

Staying on schedule matters most right after surgery or during acute illness.

Learn more

Caregivers stay in touch with your care team about any changes to your prescriptions, so medication management doesn’t stop at reminders—it’s coordinated with the rest of your recovery plan.

Wound Care & Pain Management

Skilled, hands-on care for surgical incisions and acute injuries.

  • Sterile dressing changes, infection control and healing checks

  • Pain relief through medication, heat/cold therapy, positioning and relaxation techniques

Learn more

Wound care means watching for problems, not just changing dressings—caregivers monitor how a surgical incision or acute injury is healing so issues get caught early. For pain, prescribed medication is combined with non-drug options like heat or cold therapy, positioning and relaxation techniques, built around what actually helps you.

Rehabilitation & Daily Living Support

Regaining strength, mobility and independence, one day at a time.

  • Rehab exercises and mobility support, coordinated with physical therapists

  • Help with bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting

Learn more

Rehab exercises and mobility support are coordinated directly with your physical therapist or other healthcare professionals, while day-to-day help with bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting means you can focus on regaining strength without losing independence in the meantime.

Nutrition & Home Safety

Fueling recovery, and reducing risk in the space around you.

  • Meal planning, grocery shopping and prep—including tube feeding when needed

  • Referral to a nutritionist for a new dietary plan, if needed

  • Home safety assessments and fall-prevention modifications

Learn more

Meals are planned around your dietary restrictions and preferences, including bed or tube feeding when needed. At home, caregivers identify fall risks and recommend modifications during the period when you’re most vulnerable to them—precisely when it matters most.

Coordination & Communication

You and your family are never left wondering how things are going.

  • Company at medical appointments and follow-up visits—for safety, our caregivers don’t drive, so transportation is arranged separately (e.g. a taxi)

  • Regular updates on health, recovery and any changes

Learn more

Beyond appointments, caregivers keep your family informed as things happen—progress, setbacks, anything that comes up—so no one is piecing things together after the fact.

Healthcare Advocacy

You have a voice. We make sure it’s heard.

An Equinoxe LifeCare Manager holding hands with a client and family member

Advocacy is at the heart of what we do.

Every Equinoxe LifeCare service is individually tailored, so you get the highest quality care at a manageable cost—whether it’s for a patient, a child, or senior home care in Montreal.

We’re committed to standing up for our clients, helping them express their needs and receive the treatment they deserve. Your Care Manager provides clear guidance on treatment options and support services, so you and your family always know where things stand—a collaborative approach where your needs and preferences shape care that truly fits your circumstances.

Questions Families Ask

Post-operative care, answered.

If your question isn’t here, a Care Manager will answer it on the phone.

See all FAQs →
How soon can care start after I get home from the hospital?

In most cases, we can arrange care on short notice—often within a couple of days of being contacted, once a Care Manager has completed your assessment and matched a caregiver to your needs.

Can caregivers help with wound care and dressing changes?

Yes. Our caregivers are trained in wound care, including sterile dressing changes, infection control and monitoring the healing process, so your recovery stays as smooth and comfortable as possible.

Is support available overnight or on weekends during recovery?

Our Care Managers are available by phone, email or chat during regular office hours, with on-call assistance available 24/7—evenings, weekends and statutory holidays—for anything that comes up outside those hours.

Can the care plan change as I recover?

Yes. Recovery needs can shift quickly, so your care plan is never locked in. You’re not tied to a long-term contract, and hours or support can be adjusted as your needs change.

Ready to plan a smoother recovery? Our Care Managers are here to listen, and to help you build a plan you can trust.

Book a Free Consultation

Call Us

Contact