Established
2009
Franchise Units
330
Minimum Investment
$151,425
Franchise Fee
$52,000
Total Investment Range
$256,380
Home Based
No
Description
FirstLight Home Care is a leading name in the non-medical home care industry, delivering compassionate, high-quality care to seniors, veterans, those with disabilities, and busy families. With a focus on personalized caregiving, FirstLight offers franchisees the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in their communities while building a scalable business in the rapidly growing home healthcare market.
Why Choose FirstLight?
Owning a FirstLight franchise offers the advantages of traditional business ownership—with far less risk. Franchisees gain access to an established system, strong operational support, and a rapidly expanding market.
The home healthcare industry continues to grow at an extraordinary pace. Demand for high-quality non-medical care already exceeds supply in many regions—and that demand will surge for years to come. In the U.S., 10,000 baby boomers turn 65 every day, and by 2025 the senior population will reach nearly 72 million (Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services & U.S. State Department).
Background
FirstLight HomeCare provides comprehensive in-home, non-medical and personal care services for seniors, new mothers, disabled adults, and others who need daily support. Headquartered in Cincinnati, the company’s leadership team brings more than 135 years of combined experience in healthcare, franchising, and senior services—forming a strong foundation for franchise success.
We’re looking for passionate, service-driven individuals who want to make a real impact. Becoming a FirstLight franchisee offers both a meaningful way to help others and a scalable professional opportunity, supported by a proven corporate team dedicated to your long-term growth. If you want to change lives while building a powerful business, this could be the perfect opportunity.
Established: 2009
First Unit Franchised: 2010
Franchised Units Awarded: 330+ territories
In Development: 30 territories
Multi-Unit Operators: 30%
Company-Owned Units: 0
Territory Availability
Available Territories: 500+ across most U.S. states
Registered States
IN, MN, ND, NY, RI, VA, SD, CA, WA, IL, MD
- all non-registration states
Not Registering In
HI
Support Training
Training & Support Overview
Financial Assistance Provided: Yes – Third Party
Site Selection Assistance: Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Recruiting Assistance: Yes
Co-Operative Advertising: No
Training Program
FirstLight HomeCare provides a comprehensive training system for new franchisees, including:
- Pre-Training: 55 hours
- New Owner Training: 5-day hands-on program in Cincinnati
- Post-Training: 16-week support module
- On-Site Support: Two visits from a FirstLight Business Director within the first 60 days of operation
Quality training and strong operational support form the foundation of the franchise system, helping new owners deliver exceptional homecare services from day one.
Ideal Candidate
FirstLight Home Care is seeking individuals who are:
- Passionate about helping others and making a community impact
- Strong communicators with leadership and management capabilities
- Motivated entrepreneurs looking for a scalable opportunity
- Financially prepared to invest in a growing service-based business
Healthcare experience is not required, as the franchise provides full training and operational support.
Financial Detail
Total Investment: $151,425 – $256,380
Minimum Net Worth: $250,000
Liquidity Requirement: $150,000
Franchise Fee: $52,000
Veteran Discount: $7,500
Royalty Fee: 5% of gross revenue collected
Ad Fund Fee: 1%
Ownership & Operations
Executive / Manager-Run Model:
Yes — allowed after the business is established.
Owner involvement is preferred: minimum 30 hours per week initially.
Home-Based:
Yes (first 12 months)
Required office space by end of Year 1: 600 sq. ft.
B2B Model: Yes
Item 19: Yes