CareBuilders At Home Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2026)

CareBuilders At Home provides in-home care services for seniors and individuals with disabilities, offering compassionate and personalized assistance to help clients maintain independence and quality of life.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

Franchisees

50%

Franchise fee

$49,500

Investment

$111,000 - $166,000

Revenue (AUV)

$1,443,000

9.6%

CareBuilders at Home is a premier provider of non-medical in-home care services, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals in need. Founded in 2011 by brothers David and Stephen Savitsky, the company continues to uphold its family-oriented values and commitment to compassionate care.

The company is headquartered in North New Hyde Park, New York. The franchise began offering opportunities to entrepreneurs in 2012, allowing others to replicate its successful model across the country.

‍CareBuilders at Home provides a wide range of non-medical personal care and companion services to clients including seniors, individuals with disabilities, veterans, new mothers, and those recovering from surgery. Services include help with personal hygiene, transportation, cooking, housekeeping, companionship, and mobility assistance.

What truly differentiates CareBuilders at Home from its competitors is the robust back-office support it provides to franchise owners. This includes managing payroll, taxes, insurance, billing, and collections, which enables franchisees to focus on client care and business growth.

Initial investment

The initial investment required for a CareBuilders At Home franchise is $111,000 - $166,000. That is the total cost you would need to finance if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Type of Expenditure	Amount
Initial Franchise Fee	$49,500
Rent – 3 Months	$3,000 to $5,000
Leasehold Improvements	$0 to $2,500
Equipment, Furnishings and Fixtures	$2,000 to $5,000
Signage	$200 to $1,000
Initial Inventory	$2,500 to $3,500
Security Deposits	$1,000 to $2,000
Insurance – 3 Months	$1,000 to $2,000
Travel and Living Expenses While Training	$0 to $5,000
Computer System	$3,000 to $5,000
Permits/Licenses	$1,500 to $2,500
Professional Fees	$2,000 to $2,500
Launch Program	$10,000
Additional Funds – 3 Months	$35,000 to $70,000
Total	$110,700 to $165,500

Type of Expenditure	Amount
Initial Franchise Fee	$49,500
Rent – 3 Months	$3,000 to $5,000
Leasehold Improvements	$0 to $2,500
Equipment, Furnishings and Fixtures	$2,000 to $5,000
Signage	$200 to $1,000
Initial Inventory	$2,500 to $3,500
Security Deposits	$1,000 to $2,000
Insurance – 3 Months	$1,000 to $2,000
Travel and Living Expenses While Training	$0 to $5,000
Computer System	$3,000 to $5,000
Permits/Licenses	$1,500 to $2,500
Professional Fees	$2,000 to $2,500
Launch Program	$10,000
Additional Funds – 3 Months	$35,000 to $70,000
Total	$110,700 to $165,500

Franchise Disclosure Document

Below is CareBuilders At Home's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.

Number of units

CareBuilders At Home had 24 total units in 2025, of which 24 were franchised-owned and 0 company-owned.

Frequently Asked Questions

Competitors

Below are some of

CareBuilders At Home

key competitors in the

In-home care

sector.

Franchise

Upgrade

New

50%

9.00%

$111,000

$166,000

$1,443,000

n.a.

Amada Senior Care

$100K - $200K

176

New

18%

5.00%

$117,000

$305,000

$1,392,000

n.a.

Happier At Home

$50K - $100K

New

160%

5.00%

$92,000

$137,000

$528,000

n.a.

A Place At Home

$50K - $100K

New

78%

5.0% - 5.5%

$90,000

$168,000

$1,069,000

14.1%

Interim HealthCare

$200K - $500K

New

67%

5.25%

$385,000

$462,000

n.a.

HomeWell Care Services

$50K - $100K

122

New

56%

5.00%

$54,000

$234,000

$747,000

n.a.

AmeriCare

$200K - $500K

New

30%

n.a.

$219,000

$324,000

n.a.

Training

CareBuilders At Home provides a structured and mandatory training program for franchisees and key employees. Below are the types of training programs offered by the Franchisor:

Initial Training Program
This is a comprehensive training required before opening the franchised business. It includes classroom and on-the-job sessions covering various aspects of running the franchise. Two individuals (usually the franchisee and one key employee) must complete this program. Additional trainees may be allowed based on availability, but travel and other associated costs are the franchisee's responsibility.
Core Training Modules
These consist of multiple training areas, each with specific hours of classroom and hands-on learning:
- Introduction and Overview of Private Duty Business: 2 hours classroom, 0 hours on-the-job
- Caregiver Recruitment & Training: 6 hours classroom, 5 hours on-the-job
- Client Acquisition, Lead Generation, and Referral Building: 5 hours classroom, 0 hours on-the-job
- Industry Benchmarking Overview: 1.5 hours classroom, 0 hours on-the-job
- Marketing and Sales: 4 hours classroom, 0 hours on-the-job
- Human Resources: 1.5 hours classroom, 4 hours on-the-job
- Risk Management and Quality Improvement: 1.5 hours classroom, 4 hours on-the-job
Ongoing Training and Support
Franchisees may be required to attend refresher courses, webinars, and franchisee meetings that can be mandatory depending on the circumstances. These sessions provide updates on procedures, marketing strategies, and operational best practices.

Territory Protection

CareBuilders At Home provides franchisees with a Designated Territory, defined by ZIP codes and a target population of seniors. Within this area, the franchisor agrees not to establish another CareBuilders At Home location, as long as the franchisee complies with the agreement.

However, this territory is not exclusive. The franchisor and its affiliates may still operate other businesses, place medical personnel, or use different brands and distribution channels within the same territory.