Homewatch CareGivers

Homewatch CareGivers

Franzy VerifiedInformation based on 2026 FDD

Senior Care · In-Home Care Provider

Investment min
$142.9K
Total: $142.9K–$194.1K
Avg gross revenue
$1.36M
Unit-level, 2026
Franchise fee
$50K
Veteran discount available
Royalty
5% of Gross Revenue
Locations
260
Franchising since 1993

Description

What is Homewatch CareGivers?

In-home care for seniors with proprietary tech platform for family connection, medication, and safety monitoring

Homewatch CareGivers, established in 1976, stands as a premier provider of compassionate in-home care services, specializing in personalized support for seniors and individuals requiring assistance. With over four decades of experience, they have built a sterling reputation for delivering kind, qualified care that enables clients to maintain their independence and dignity in familiar surroundings. What sets Homewatch CareGivers apart is their innovative approach to modern caregiving through their Total Care Solutions program. This comprehensive service combines traditional in-person care with cutting-edge home care technology, including their proprietary Homewatch Connect™ system. This technology helps prevent isolation, manages medication reminders, screens for potential scams, and facilitates video connections with family members. The franchise maintains rigorous standards for their caregivers, ensuring all team members are thoroughly background-checked, insured, and trained to provide high-quality care. Their services encompass a wide range of support, from basic companionship to specialized care for conditions like dementia and Parkinson's disease. The addition of Care Team Supervisors helps reduce the administrative burden on families, providing an extra layer of support and coordination. Client testimonials consistently highlight the organization's professionalism, reliability, and genuine compassion. Families particularly appreciate the careful matching process between caregivers and clients, creating lasting bonds that extend beyond basic care. Whether it's round-the-clock support or occasional assistance, Homewatch CareGivers demonstrates an unwavering commitment to enhancing the quality of life for their clients while providing peace of mind to their families.

  • Aging-in-place support
  • Dementia care specialists
  • Post-hospital recovery care
  • VA benefits accepted
  • Long-term care insurance
  • Private-pay hourly model

Location Analysis

Where Homewatch CareGivers wins

Homewatch CareGivers franchises operate as territory-based offices serving defined service areas rather than walk-in retail sites. Locations are distributed across U.S. metro and suburban areas, with additional international franchise markets. Offices are positioned near residential communities where in-home care is delivered at clients' homes. Markets suited to this model feature a substantial and growing senior population able to sustain a territory-based home care caseload, and areas where households or long-term care insurance can fund private-pay hourly home care, supplemented in some markets by Medicaid, VA, or other third-party payer programs. The franchise requires administrative office space, a defined territory, and a local labor pool sufficient to recruit caregivers. Prospective franchisees should validate the size and demographics of the senior population, competitive intensity, and availability of qualified caregivers in their specific territory.
Total Locations
260
Franchise units
260
Corporate locations
0
Avg. sq. footage
500 to 800 square feet
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Financial Analysis

The numbers behind Homewatch CareGivers

Avg gross revenue$1,360,485
Investment range$142,890 – $194,080
Investment midpoint$168,485
Brand fund.5% - 2%
Royalty5% of Gross Revenue
Franchise fee$50,000
Min. net worth$350,000
Min. liquid capital$80,000

Veteran discount available

Homewatch CareGivers participates in a veteran discount program on the franchise fee. Ask your Franzy advisor or the brand for current eligibility and terms.

Homewatch CareGivers was founded in 1980 and operates 260 units. The initial investment ranges from $142,890 to $194,080, with a franchise fee of $50,000. Reported gross revenue is $1,360,485. The territory-based model requires administrative office space for scheduling, recruiting, and care coordination rather than customer-facing retail locations. Owners focus on sales, referral-source development, and staff management. Operational requirements include maintaining compliance with state home care licensing, caregiver background checks, and applicable regulations, as well as recruiting and retaining a sufficient local labor pool of caregivers. The business delivers non-medical personal and companion care at clients' homes within defined franchise territories granted by the franchisor.
Did you know? Homewatch CareGivers is a senior care franchise specializing in in-home care services. The initial investment ranges from $142,890 to $194,080. The franchise fee is $50,000. The concept operates through territory-based offices serving defined service areas, with owners coordinating non-medical personal and companion care delivered at clients' homes.

Financing partners

Vetted partners, tailored to franchisees

Your Franzy advisor can connect you with these partners later in the process — competitive rates, specialized in franchise financing.

FranFund

Lender

CRF USA

Nonprofit SBA lender; provides financing for franchise acquisitions, startups, and expansion.

Lender

First Bank of the Lake

Lender

Pension Pros

Lender

The model

How Homewatch CareGivers works

01
Ownership
Part-Time (Executive)

Owner stays in an executive role — sets strategy, hires a manager, and oversees crews. Typically 5–20 hr/wk after ramp; many keep their day job.

Full-Time

Owner runs the business as their primary job — leads the team day-to-day on the ground, 40+ hr/wk.

02
Revenue
Recurring revenueTransaction-basedBig-ticket salesService-basedProduct sales (retail)Hybrid model
03
Customer
B2B

Sells to businesses, contractors, or property owners.

B2C

Sells directly to consumers and homeowners.

Mixed

Serves both businesses and consumers.

FDD Item 7

Initial investment range

$142.9K–$194.1K
Most common
$142,890
Minimum
$168,485
Midpoint
$194,080
Maximum

The investment range midpoint (from range reported on Item 7) is $168,485 and financing can reduce cash-at-close by 80–90%.

FDD Item 19

Average gross sales

Avg
$1.66M
YOY change (2025 -> 2026)
0%

According to Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, Homewatch CareGivers has an average gross revenue of $1.36M. (Note: This information is based on the latest FDD in our records. Please review the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and confirm this information directly with the brand. We make no claims of accuracy for the information presented.)

Over time

+16% YoY
260 units open as of 2026 FDD+36 in last 12 mo

2026 Franchise Disclosure

FDD documents

Below are items 2, 3, 4, 7, 11 and 19 for Homewatch CareGivers's 2026 FDD. The complete FDD is delivered to you directly by the franchisor, per the FTC Franchise Rule.

Estimated initial investment
FDD Item 7 · PDF
Financial performance representations
FDD Item 19 · PDF
Members-only items
Executive team
FDD Item 2 · PDF
Litigation
FDD Item 3 · PDF
Bankruptcy
FDD Item 4 · PDF
Franchisor assistance
FDD Item 11 · PDF
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Buyer FAQs

Frequently asked questions

The initial investment for a Homewatch CareGivers franchise typically ranges between $142,890.00 and $194,080.00. This includes the franchise fee, equipment, real estate, and other startup costs. To get a detailed breakdown and better understand the financial requirements, we recommend scheduling a call with the Franzy team. We'll walk you through the specifics and answer any questions you might have. For more detailed information, refer to the financial sections of the FDD.

Disclaimer. The information provided on this page is based on the latest Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) we have on record, which was issued in 2026. This information is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal, financial, or business advice. We make no guarantees or claims regarding the completeness or accuracy. Only the franchisor can confirm that the information is complete and accurate and we recommend consulting the franchisor directly for the most recent FDD and regarding any questions that you may have about the information provided.

Homewatch CareGivers
Homewatch CareGivers
$1.36M avg revenue · 260+ US franchises