Frequently Asked Questions

• Do I need experience in this field?
• Would my employees need to be certified medically?
• Do I need a business license?
• What is my income potential?
• What will I receive for $6,999?
• Where would I be trained?
• What are the start-up costs and total investment?
• Why go with a non-franchise agency?
• Is there a real need for Home Care?
• Considering starting a business serving this market?
• What does it really take to succeed?
• What is your Deposit Policy?

Do I need experience in this field?

No experience necessary! No, experience is not necessary, but you should be aware that this is a service business and you will manage people. This industry is about assisting those in need and is very rewarding, both emotionally and financially.

Would my employees need to be certified medically?

No, this is non-medical homemaker companion care.

Do I need a business license?

Homemaker / Companion license requirements can vary from state to state, we will assist you in determining what the laws are in your state.

What is my income potential?

Different factors influence your income potential. Are you working full or part-time? Have you honed your marketing and advertising skills to reach prospective clients? Have you made the proper business and network connections in your community? If you follow the Home Sweet HomeCare training and dedicate yourself to your business, $50K to $100K should be attainable in the first year.

This rate of return will increase substantially should you continue to... commit yourself to Home Sweet Homecare's business plan without deviation!

What will I receive?

An extensive three day training course for you and an optional partner in your hometown, owner's operating manuals, employer/contractor's manual, orientation manual, company letters and forms, employee/contractor's tests, brochures and business cards, and phone support for one year after training date.

You will receive the knowledge on how to own and operate your own homemaker companion agency without royalties or territories!

Where would I be trained?

We come to your hometown - $6,999 Package

We would train at a central agreed upon location in your city. Home Sweet HomeCare incurs all travel expenses.

What are the start-up costs and total investment?

Your initial investment / start-up cost are $6,999. To keep additional office costs to a minimum, you may choose to start from a home office or rent a virtual office.

Including the office costs and initial investment, your TOTAL investment should be around $9,000 to $10,000.

Why go with a non-franchise agency?

Weigh the differences between purchasing a franchise versus hiring Home Care business consultants carefully before you commit to a Senior Care / Home Care training firm... it could cost you dearly once your business takes off!

Expert Consulting versus Franchise...

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Is there a real need for Home Care?

There is a need for Home Care services, and that need is escalating and will become a factor to reckon with, as the elderly population numbers continue to increase. Part of this upsurge is due to:

• Senior citizens are living longer and “baby-boomers” are swiftly approaching their retirement years.
• The development of Health Care Teams and Health Care Providers enable people to be managed and monitored in their own homes and communities.
• Because of the high costs of health care in hospitals, patients are being discharged early. Many require short-term assistance at home, as they recuperate.
• Care-in-home is more cost effective than care in hospitals/institutions.
• The quality of life improves for those people who are able to remain in their own homes.
• The burden on caregivers (family and/or friends who are providing direct care to someone) is increasing. Often this can result in caregiver burn out which, in turn, leads to the need for outside support.
• There are global changes in health care needs, as a result of non-communicable diseases, mental illness, injuries and the continual growth of HIV and AIDS.
• Research is increasing the availability and effectiveness of treatments, medications and technology, which makes it possible for people to be cared for at home rather than being cared for in hospitals/institutions.
• These issues continue to place an increasing demand on the need for long-term care. Since health care costs will become even more staggering, the provision in-home care continues to be a strong option.

Considering starting a business serving this market?

Never before in the history of our country have there been so many seniors who need home care and so many who also have the resources to pay for that care. 84% of all seniors recently surveyed by AARP said they want to stay home as long as possible. You could possibly represent the link to making that home care dream a reality in your community.

The trends reveal an abundance of new opportunities for entrepreneurs who want to combine caring with nursing. Baby boomers – members of the generation born between 1946 and 1964 – are approaching 60. By the year 2020, 1 in 4 people in the United States will be over the age of 65. The elderly population is increasing at nearly twice the rate of the general population – the 85-plus segment will swell more than 33 percent by 2010.

The evolving needs of older generations are having a major influence on what resources are necessary to prepare for the social and economic impact of the “senior boom”. Considering starting a business serving this market? Then you must know how urgent the need is for senior services!

As people grow older, their needs and lifestyles change. There comes a time when even healthy, able-bodied seniors want to move from their larger homes into smaller ones that are easier to care for, or they may consider retirement communities. As their physical abilities naturally decline, seniors who want to stay in their own homes look for outside assistance with daily tasks, such as preparing meals, housekeeping, and managing personal hygiene. Seniors who are no long able to drive may seek out reliable transportation to medical appointments, social functions or shopping expeditions. And when seniors are no longer able to live alone, they may move in with family members or relocate to an assisted living facility. Almost 6.5 million seniors currently need assistance with their daily activities, and this number is expected to double by 2020.

1 in 4 will be over 65 by 2020!

The older population – persons 65 years or older – numbered 35.6 million in 2002, representing 12.3 percent of the U.S. population, or about 1 in every 8 Americans. By 2030, there will be about 71.5 million older persons, more than twice the number in 2002.

The time to act is now!

What does it really take to succeed?

We have been training and supporting Home Care / Senior Care businesses nationwide for many years! In our seasoned experience the following is what you, as an entrepreneur, will need to succeed. You MUST be:

• Highly motivated
• Have an entrepreneurial spirit
• Ability to be flexible
• Responsive to change
• Understand Marketing and Sales
• Understand people skills
• Have a good business location
• Have high standards for delivery of services
• Proper hiring skills
• Offer a greater variety of services
• Great self-starter
• Possess a high level of knowledge and skills
• Have a strong mission statement
• Keep overhead low - we show you how
• High principles of Right & Wrong
• Have a strong desire to make a difference in the lives of seniors
• Follow the game plan we give you - and not only will you avoid costly mistakes, you can be certain that you will flourish in your area, as we have done for so many others!

What is your Deposit Policy?

If for any reason you have problems with your Home Care Program Down Payment, please call us immediately at our Toll Free number: (888) 377-0772. We are always glad to help.

After 5 days, all purchases will be considered final and are non-refundable.