America's demand for home care continues to rise as more families choose to help loved ones age safely at home. At the same time, expectations for home care are changing. Today's families are looking for providers that do more than assist with daily activities. They want personalized care that promotes wellness, preserves independence and improves quality of life. Backed by more than 45 years of experience, Homewatch CareGivers, the nationwide in-home care franchise that’s part of Authority Brands, has continually adapted its care model to meet those changing expectations, delivering personalized, wellness-focused support for clients and their families.
That shift reflects the fact that the U.S. consumer health care market reached $107 billion in 2025, growing faster than overall retail as consumers increasingly invested in prevention, personalized care and everyday wellness. In home care, many families now want care that promotes independence, supports emotional well-being and helps older adults continue living fulfilling lives at home. According to AARP, nearly 75% of older adults want to remain in their own homes as they age, making aging in place one of the strongest long-term trends shaping the senior care industry.
Home Care Is Entering a New Era
The home care industry has traditionally focused on helping clients safely complete the activities of daily living. At Homewatch CareGivers, that foundation also includes supporting each client's overall well-being through personalized care that reflects their individual needs and goals.
"The conversation around home care has changed," said David Montanez, vice president of franchise development for Authority Brands. “Families are looking for providers who can help improve quality of life, preserve independence and support the whole person. That's where we see the future of the industry continuing to move.”
Depending on each client's care plan, that may include encouraging physical activity when appropriate, creating opportunities for social interaction, helping clients stay mentally engaged, supporting chronic condition management and working with families to maintain independence.
One factor shaping home care is that Americans are living longer, giving many older adults more years to remain active while managing changing health needs. As a result, Homewatch CareGivers emphasizes an approach that looks beyond physical assistance alone, recognizing that emotional well-being, social connection and independence also contribute to a person's quality of life.
How Homewatch CareGivers Approaches Whole-Person Care
Homewatch CareGivers has built its model around what it calls its Total Care Solutions™ approach, recognizing that every client's needs are unique and often change over time. Rather than offering one-size-fits-all services, the company develops personalized care plans designed around each individual's goals, health conditions and daily routines. Highly trained caregivers work alongside families while benefiting from clinical oversight and ongoing support that helps ensure care remains consistent as circumstances evolve.
Because clients often receive care over an extended period, Homewatch CareGivers franchise owners have the opportunity to build long-term relationships with the families they serve. Owners are also responsible for recruiting, training and supporting caregivers while growing a team that serves clients throughout their local communities.
"I remember a caregiver coming to me about six months after I started the business and she was so emotional and thankful for me giving her a job,” said franchisee Kathryn Parks, who owns Homewatch CareGivers of Ellicot City in Maryland. “The experience was so personal and it made me realize how important it is to take care of not just the clients, but also the staff. We would be nowhere without their hard work. I never forget that."
A Business That Delivers Both Purpose and Growth
Homewatch CareGivers gives entrepreneurs the opportunity to build a business centered on helping people remain at home. By supporting caregivers and working closely with clients and their families, franchise owners become part of a care team focused on promoting independence and quality of life. For many owners, that combination of business ownership and community impact is an important part of the opportunity.
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