1Heart Caregiver Service

1Heart Caregiver Service

Franzy VerifiedInformation based on 2025 FDD

Senior Care · In-Home Care Provider

Investment min
$126K
Total: $126K–$153K
Avg gross revenue
$3M
Unit-level, 2025
Franchise fee
$60K
Veteran discount available
Royalty
5%
of gross revenue
Locations
24
Franchising since 2014

Description

What is 1Heart Caregiver Service?

1Heart Caregiver Services is a premier in-home care company that provides professional, non-medical support to seniors, helping them live safely and comfortably at home or in senior communities.

The company has strong business presence in major healthcare and senior facilities, as well as various online and social media platforms. 1Heart services clients in their own homes, large assisted living facilities, and other senior communities. Services include but are not limited to personal assistance, companion care & homemaking, specialized care services and hospital sitters. 1Heart Services Include: • Companionship – light activities, general assistance, light housekeeping, transportation services • Home care services at facilities – meal preparation, laundry, medication reminders and preparation, safety supervision • In-home Care – meal preparation and feeding, dressing and bathing, errand shopping, medication supervision • Dementia/Alzheimer’s care – safety supervision, person hygiene care, meal preparation, cognitive ability activities • Round the clock care – food preparation, light housekeeping, socialization, person hygiene care, exercise services • Care express – meal time companionship and transportation services 1Heart Superpowers: • Powerful Item 19: shows $2+ million in gross sales, net income at $315,000+ • Low Cost Item 7: $140,000 average setup for a single unit territory • Multiple Revenue Streams: Services range from basic companionship to specialized care (Alzheimer's, post-surgery recovery, hospice support), plus hospital sitting and facility staffing • Established Reputation: Over 20 years in senior care with trusted partnerships across hospitals, assisted living communities, and skilled nursing facilities • E-2 Visa Candidates Welcome: 1Heart’s Founder was an E-2 Visa candidate, this brand has helped many E-2 Visa candidates gain passage to the United States

  • Lower entry cost than sector average
  • Proprietary Circle of Care Program
  • Comprehensive caregiver training university
  • Strong presence in major markets

Location Analysis

Where 1Heart Caregiver Service wins

With 26 units operating since 2014, 1Heart Caregiver Service exhibits limited geographic footprint data in the provided profile, making precise regional analysis challenging. However, the in-home senior care model thrives in markets with aging demographics, higher household incomes, and preference for aging-in-place over institutional care. Successful territories typically feature suburban or mixed urban-suburban populations with concentrations of seniors aged 75+, family caregivers seeking respite solutions, and sufficient local healthcare infrastructure for referral partnerships. The absence of detailed review data or regional concentration metrics suggests either early-stage customer feedback accumulation or limited digital presence—both factors warranting careful consideration. In-home care providers generally perform best in markets with strong awareness of non-medical home care services and established discharge planning ecosystems involving hospitals, assisted living facilities, and physician networks. Prospective franchisees should prioritize territories with favorable caregiver labor pools, competitive wage dynamics, and manageable drive-time radius for service delivery. The fragmented nature of this subsector means local market share is often won through relationship-building and service consistency rather than brand recognition alone. Conduct granular territory analysis including competitor density, Medicare Advantage penetration, and local senior population growth projections before committing capital.
Total US locations
26
Franchise units
24
Corporate locations
2
Avg. sq. footage
500 sq. ft.

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Financial Analysis

The numbers behind 1Heart Caregiver Service

Avg gross revenue$3,400,000
Investment range$125,650 – $153,260
Investment midpoint$139,455
Brand fund2%
Royalty5%
Franchise fee$60,000
Min. net worth$400,000
Min. liquid capital$150,000

Veteran discount available

1Heart Caregiver Service participates in a veteran discount program on the franchise fee. Ask your Franzy advisor or the brand for current eligibility and terms.

1Heart Caregiver Service presents a relatively accessible entry point into the in-home senior care market with an initial investment range of $125,650–$153,260. Founded in 2014, the brand has achieved modest scale with 26 units over a decade, suggesting measured expansion rather than aggressive franchising. This slower growth trajectory may reflect disciplined unit economics focus, capital constraints, or competitive positioning challenges in a fragmented sector. The reported gross revenue of approximately $1.27 million per location indicates meaningful operational scale, though without margin data, profitability remains uncertain. In-home care models typically carry lower overhead than facility-based alternatives—minimal real estate, no inventory—but face labor intensity, regulatory compliance burdens, and caregiver recruitment challenges. The business model's scalability hinges on effective caregiver sourcing, client acquisition costs, and reimbursement mix (private pay vs. insurance). The relatively concentrated unit count suggests territory availability but also raises questions about market penetration and competitive differentiation against established players. Prospective franchisees should scrutinize unit-level economics closely, including caregiver retention rates, client lifetime value, and working capital requirements for payroll funding. The moderate investment level reduces downside exposure but requires realistic expectations about ramp-up timelines and local market saturation risks.
Did you know? 1Heart Caregiver Service offers entry into the in-home senior care sector with an initial investment between $125,650 and $153,260. The franchise provides access to a growing market serving aging populations who prefer non-medical home care services. This investment range positions the brand as a mid-tier option within the senior care franchise landscape, though franchise fee details were not disclosed in available materials.

Financing partners

Vetted partners, tailored to franchisees

Your Franzy advisor can connect you with these partners later in the process — competitive rates, specialized in franchise financing.

FranFund

Lender

CRF USA

Nonprofit SBA lender; provides financing for franchise acquisitions, startups, and expansion.

Lender

First Bank of the Lake

Lender

Pension Pros

Lender

The model

How 1Heart Caregiver Service works

01
Ownership
Part-Time (Executive)

Owner stays in an executive role — sets strategy, hires a manager, and oversees crews. Typically 5–20 hr/wk after ramp; many keep their day job.

Full-Time

Owner runs the business as their primary job — leads the team day-to-day on the ground, 40+ hr/wk.

02
Revenue
Recurring revenueTransaction-basedBig-ticket salesService-basedProduct sales (retail)Hybrid model
03
Customer
B2B

Sells to businesses, contractors, or property owners.

B2C

Sells directly to consumers and homeowners.

Mixed

Serves both businesses and consumers.

FDD Item 7

Initial investment range

$126K–$153K
Most common
$125,650
Minimum
$139,455
Midpoint
$153,260
Maximum

Per FDD Item 7, total initial investment ranges from $125,650 to $153,260. The midpoint $139,455 is what most franchisees report at signing — financing typically reduces cash-at-close by 80–90%. Knowing the investment range helps you plan confidently and ensure you're fully prepared to make the leap.

FDD Item 19

Average gross sales

$2M$1M$900K$600K$300KN/A
$952K
$1M
$1M
2022
2023
2024
Avg
$1M
YOY change (2023 -> 2024)
+8%

According to Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, 1Heart Caregiver Service has an average gross revenue of $1M. (Note: This information is based on the latest FDD in our records. Please review the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and confirm this information directly with the brand. We make no claims of accuracy for the information presented.)

Growth over time

Franchise footprint

+63% YoY
3024181260
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
26 units open as of 2025 FDD+10 in last 12 mo

2025 Franchise Disclosure

FDD documents

Below are items 2, 3, 4, 7, 11 and 19 for 1Heart Caregiver Service's 2025 FDD. The complete FDD is delivered to you directly by the franchisor, per the FTC Franchise Rule.

Estimated initial investment
FDD Item 7 · PDF
Financial performance representations
FDD Item 19 · PDF
Members-only items
Executive team
FDD Item 2 · PDF
Litigation
FDD Item 3 · PDF
Bankruptcy
FDD Item 4 · PDF
Franchisor assistance
FDD Item 11 · PDF
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Buyer FAQs

Frequently asked questions

The initial investment for a 1Heart Caregiver Service franchise typically ranges between $125,650.00 and $153,260.00. This includes the franchise fee, equipment, real estate, and other startup costs. To get a detailed breakdown and better understand the financial requirements, we recommend scheduling a call with the Franzy team. We'll walk you through the specifics and answer any questions you might have. For more detailed information, refer to the financial sections of the FDD.

Disclaimer. The information provided on this page is based on the latest Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) we have on record, which was issued in 2025. This information is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal, financial, or business advice. We make no guarantees or claims regarding the completeness or accuracy. Only the franchisor can confirm that the information is complete and accurate and we recommend consulting the franchisor directly for the most recent FDD and regarding any questions that you may have about the information provided.

1Heart Caregiver Service
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