The Right at Home franchise provides a business model for organizing in-home care and assistance for seniors and other adults. Ownership involves recruiting and managing employees, communicating with clients and families, coordinating services and operating a local business. The March 31, 2026 FDD provides specific information about that model, its opening costs and the required owner training.
Right at Home’s franchise history
Item 1 states that the franchisor originally formed as a Nebraska corporation on July 8, 1999 and began offering franchises on May 5, 2000. It converted to a Delaware limited liability company in August 2016. The FDD identifies its principal business address in Omaha, Nebraska and describes Right at Home, LLC as a subsidiary of RiseMark Holdings, LLC.
These dates describe the franchisor’s development. Buyers can explore the Right at Home franchise profile for additional background and support details.
Core services and additional service options
The disclosed core services include hands-on personal care, non-medical care, in-home assistance and companionship. Item 1 separately describes optional ancillary services such as supplemental staffing, specialized nursing and medication management. These categories should not be treated as services every location automatically provides.
Discuss the approved service scope, required staffing and applicable local requirements for the proposed operation. A care business depends on reliable scheduling, appropriate personnel and clear communication with clients and families. Those operating responsibilities deserve as much attention as the initial investment.
Franchise cost and opening budget
Item 7 of the March 31, 2026 FDD estimates $94,330–$176,239 to establish the disclosed franchised business, including a $49,500 initial franchise fee. The table includes premises, insurance, office equipment, technology, training travel, opening marketing and additional funds for three months. Conversion arrangements have separate terms and should be evaluated on their own basis.
The financial qualification figures shown in this article are $250,000 net worth and $150,000 liquid capital. Net worth, available cash and total opening investment measure different things; a buyer should plan separately for personal living expenses and the timing of business cash needs.
RightStart training
Item 11 provides RightStart training to the Operating Principal and, at the buyer’s election, up to two additional owners or management personnel. The program combines onboarding, Residence Week and Office Open instruction. Its table lists 85 instructor-led hours and 60 self-paced online hours, for 145 hours overall.
Residence Week lasts up to five business days and may be held in person at headquarters or another designated site when feasible, or delivered virtually. RightStart has no tuition charge, but participants’ travel, lodging and meal expenses remain the franchisee’s responsibility.
New owners purchasing a new designated area also complete a two-day observation visit at an approved existing business after Residence Week; this requirement does not apply to resales. Additional sales training consists of a two-day virtual workshop and eight weekly one-hour virtual sessions. These are separate components to account for when planning availability and opening preparation.
Owner involvement and staffing
Item 15 requires a designated Operating Principal who generally owns at least 25% of the business, unless the franchisor waives or reduces that percentage. The Operating Principal must make the business their primary business focus, supervise its conduct and complete the required training.
The franchisee is responsible for training employees and conducting required background checks. The FDD prohibits using independent contractors to provide services to clients. Buyers should therefore evaluate caregiver recruitment, employee supervision and payroll planning as central parts of the business.
Evaluate the fit for your goals
Ask existing franchisees about recruiting staff, coordinating client schedules, developing referral relationships and managing the owner’s workload. Compare service scope and management responsibilities across our senior care franchise guide. A personal interest in helping older adults can inform the choice, but it should be paired with a practical operating plan.
Contact FranchiseTop40 to discuss home-care franchise options and the ownership responsibilities that fit your experience.
Source: Right at Home, LLC FDD issued March 31, 2026, Items 1, 7, 11 and 15, for the business history, service scope, opening investment, training and operating responsibilities described above.