Start-Over Success Business Under $500 - In-Home Care

NOTE: This business is best done with someone else. Consider a like-minded & motivated partner. Why? You must show up for jobs, no matter what. Your clients will rely on you. Plus, you need time off.

Start this business with the idea of growing it into a larger enterprise 

You may want to start by working for an Agency. Care providers make very little, especially considering all they do. But, you’ll get experience you can use for your business. 

indeed.com says that the typical pay is $17.63 an hour. For work with an agency. That hasn’t been Jonathan Gooch’s experience; he’s made $7 Million. 

EXAMPLES

For In-Home Care providers, requirements are different per state. There are also different requirements for an individual not working for an agency.

These MAY include, 

  • In-Home Care Registry Application $35
  • Training $59 https://www.caregiverlist.com/seniorcaregivertraining.aspx
  • TB clearance $35
  • TOTAL $204
  • Nice to have: Red Cross CPR & First Aid Training $37 for 

What does In-Home Care (Non-Medical)  involve? 

Consider the job: A Companion Caregiver provides assistance, depending on what’s needed. It could be picking up groceries, providing companionship, cooking a meal, helping with personal care, and encouraging them with exercising. 

It may involve helping a mobility-challenged client from their wheelchair to a couch or to the bathroom. It might be keeping an eye on a client with dementia, to keep them from wandering off and getting into problems. 

In some cases, clients may need more care with toileting, dressing, and more. 

When it Comes to Hiring In-Home Care, Trust is Key.
So is TLC.

You’ll be working in your clients’ homes. And, you’ll be counted on to provide essential services that add to the quality of life for the people you care for. 

TLC can make all the difference. One of the points of difference between, an agency or facility, and you is, well You. 

Share your personal story of what attracted you to being a care provider. Provide human connection.

Your appearance can communicate professionalism. While agencies have branded shirts, and you don’t have the budget for that, you can wear a polo shirt with a collar and look very professional. 

It’s back to the idea of conveying trust. It’s an easy and budget-friendly way to make your clients feel more comfortable. 

Wear a face mask and provide an initial supply of gloves and hand sanitizer. Show you are aware of keeping things healthy.

More Trust...for In-Home Care Providers

  • LinkedIn listing, especially your profile.
  • Facebook page with no crazy, personal posts. 
  • When you get a website, post articles of interest to your clients and their families. Curate content that shows you understand and care about your clients’ needs and wants. 
  • Share positive stories
  • Provide a list of books
  • Show your community connections

What Apps Can Help You Run Your In-Home Care Business

Scheduling & invoicing

simplybookme.com

appointy.com

10to8.com free up to 100 appointments/mo ($9/mo)

jobber.com $29/mo

What's next for you...and your partner?

Once you have a full schedule of clients and experience with the challenges – and joys – of providing in-home care, it’s time for what’s next. 

IN-HOME CARE AGENCY, NON-MEDICAL. 

OR

IN-HOME CARE AGENCY WITH MEDICAL CARE.

After Being an In-Home Non-Medical Care Provider, Consider Establishing an In-Home Agency with Medical Care

It will take a significant investment and time to get the required licenses and staff. 

But, with the aging population, Health Care provides a huge financial opportunity. Someone will be serving this population. You’ve already found that your heart and your head are in the right places! So, why not you? 

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