FirstLight Home Care is a non-medical in-home care franchise ranked #1 on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 in 2025. Founded in 2009 with 280+ locations across 47 states, the brand’s Culture of Care® philosophy drives industry-leading caregiver retention and client satisfaction — creating competitive advantage in a market where workforce stability determines success.
At a Glance
- Liquid Capital Required: $100,000 (Liquid Capital refers to readily available cash or cash-equivalent assets that can be accessed without borrowing, selling a primary residence, or relying on future income.)
- Net Worth Required: $250,000
- Ownership Model: Owner-operator (semi-absentee available)
- Location Type: Office-based
- Time Commitment: Full-time
- Experience Required: None (healthcare background helpful, not required)
Top 5 Reasons to Invest
- #1 Entrepreneur Franchise 500 non-medical home care
- $1.67M* average gross revenue for mature locations
- Culture of Care® drives industry-leading caregiver retention
- Dedicated Launch and Licensure Specialists assigned
- 10,000 Americans turn 65 daily fuels sustained demand
About FirstLight Home Care
FirstLight Home Care was founded in 2009 by Jeff and Devin Bevis with a mission to help people have their best day, every day. The brand has grown to 280+ locations across 47 states, with 280+ territories awarded and 30% of franchisees operating multiple units — a validation of the model’s scalability.
Franchisees provide companionship, personal care, and daily living assistance to seniors, adults with disabilities, and individuals recovering from illness or surgery. The non-medical model offers structural advantages: lower labor costs than skilled nursing, reduced insurance expenses, and multiple revenue streams from occasional visits to 24/7 care.
Why Franchise With FirstLight Home Care?
- Culture of Care® creates measurable competitive advantage — caregiver retention rates exceed industry averages, reducing recruiting and training costs.
- Dedicated Launch Specialist and Licensure Specialist assigned to every new owner — a support structure unique in the home care industry.
- Technology platform includes ClientFirst™ caregiver matching and Client Care Access family portal for transparency and accountability.
- $1.67M* average gross revenue for locations operated 36+ months demonstrates mature unit economics.
- VetFran 5-Star member with $7,500 franchise fee discount for military veterans.
ABF Exclusive Insights
Market Analysis: Every 10 seconds, another American turns 65. By 2030, adults 65+ will exceed 20% of the U.S. population. Families increasingly prefer in-home care over institutional settings — creating sustained demand for trusted non-medical providers. The senior care market reached $54.9 billion and continues expanding as demographics accelerate.
Competitive Advantage: FirstLight’s Culture of Care® isn’t marketing language — it’s operational infrastructure that produces measurable results. Lower caregiver turnover means consistent client relationships, stronger referral networks, and reduced operating costs. The dual-specialist launch support (Launch + Licensure) compresses time to revenue while competitors leave franchisees navigating state licensing alone.
ABF Timing Insight: FirstLight earned the #1 Entrepreneur Franchise 500 ranking for non-medical home care in 2025 — validation that the model performs at scale. With 30% of franchisees operating multiple units and $7.8M* top-end gross revenue reported, expansion paths exist for operators who execute. For investors with $100,000 liquid capital seeking recession-resistant, mission-driven ownership, FirstLight offers institutional credibility in a fragmented industry.
Training & Support
- 55-hour pre-training module covers operations, compliance, and business fundamentals before in-person training begins.
- Five-day New Owner Training in Cincinnati provides hands-on instruction in caregiving standards, technology, sales, and financial management.
- 16-week post-training module continues virtual support and accountability through launch and early operations.
- Two on-site visits from a Business Director within first 60 days ensure systems execute properly in your market.
- Ongoing support includes sales coaching, marketing strategies, and access to national accounts program.
Franchise Owners That Thrive
- Community leaders seeking purpose beyond corporate environments
- Healthcare professionals leveraging clinical knowledge on their own terms
- Family teams building legacy businesses together
- Entrepreneurs prioritizing people alongside profit
- Individuals who’ve navigated aging family members firsthand
Franchise Fit & Capital Readiness
Who Is NOT A Good Fit for This Franchise
- Seeking fully passive ownership — this requires relationship management and team leadership
- Uncomfortable with sales, networking, or building referral relationships
- Expecting immediate returns without building caregiver teams and client base
- Less than $100,000 in liquid capital available
Candidates who do not meet the financial criteria below are typically not approved by the franchisor.
Investment Readiness Check
- Ownership timeline: Typically 4–12 months from signing to launch depending on state licensing
- Credit and net worth verified during qualification ($250,000 minimum net worth required)
- Minimum Liquid Capital: $100,000 — required for consideration
- Territory availability confirmed before approval; multi-territory discounts available
All financial thresholds are set by the franchisor and are non-negotiable during approval.
Franchisor Authority Disclosure
America’s Best Franchises provides guidance and introductions. Final approval criteria, financial thresholds, and territory decisions are determined exclusively by the franchisor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What services does a FirstLight Home Care franchise provide?
A. FirstLight provides non-medical in-home care including companionship, personal care, medication reminders, meal preparation, transportation, and specialized support for clients with dementia and Alzheimer’s.
Q. Do I need healthcare experience to own a FirstLight franchise?
A. No. FirstLight provides comprehensive training. Franchisees come from diverse backgrounds including corporate, military, and healthcare. The Culture of Care® system is designed for execution regardless of prior industry experience.
Q. What is FirstLight’s Culture of Care®?
A. Culture of Care® is FirstLight’s foundational philosophy built into training and operations. It drives caregiver retention rates above industry averages and consistently high client satisfaction — creating competitive advantage through workforce stability.
Q. Does FirstLight offer veteran discounts?
A. Yes. FirstLight is a VetFran 5-Star member offering $7,500 off the initial franchise fee for former U.S. military service members.
Q. How much revenue do FirstLight franchises generate?
A. Locations operated 36+ months report $1,671,879* average gross revenue, $1,237,320* median gross revenue, and $7,800,593* highest gross revenue per the FDD.
Next Steps
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Complete the form below to request a qualification review and discuss territory availability for FirstLight Home Care.
This profile represents general franchise information. Individual results may vary. Refer to the Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.
**Please see item 19 of the current Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) for additional information.
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After spending time with the team, learning about their professional backgrounds and observing their overwhelming passion for what they do firsthand, I knew immediately FirstLight Home Care was the right choice for me.
“The best part of owning a FirstLight Home Care franchise is having access to proven policies and procedures but still be able to have the freedom and flexibility to put my own management style and culture into my business.”
“The support I receive from First Light has been nothing short of amazing! The support staff’s professionalism and phenomenal work ethic have not changed. Their response time is efficient and expedient and it is such a blessing to be a part of a company where everyone operates in excellence!.”