Question 1

What’s the difference between a home care company and a home care agency?

Accepted Answer

There’s no meaningful legal difference—both terms refer to a business that provides in‑home care. The licensing and compliance steps are the same.

Question 2

How do I apply for a home care license?

Accepted Answer

The process varies by state and can include background checks, policy creation, caregiver training, insurance, and other documents. Consult Atlas guides you through requirements and handles the paperwork.

Question 3

What license do I need to start a non‑medical home care business?

Accepted Answer

You typically need a non‑medical home care license issued by your state’s health or social services authority. Consult Atlas provides state‑specific guidance for your application.

Question 4

How long does it take to get a home care license?

Accepted Answer

Many states process applications in about 60–90 days, depending on completeness and local timelines. Templates and checklists from Consult Atlas help speed up the process.

Question 5

What are the basic requirements to start a home care business?

Accepted Answer

Form a legal entity (e.g., LLC or Corporation), apply for a home care license, satisfy state‑specific requirements such as background checks and financials, and develop compliant policies, procedures, and care plans.

Question 6

How do I start a private‑pay home care business?

Accepted Answer

Register your company, complete licensing, and design a direct‑pay model that doesn’t rely on Medicaid. Consult Atlas helps you build sustainable operations and attract private‑pay clients.

Question 7

Can I start a home care agency that focuses on seniors?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Many agencies specialize in elder care with services like companionship and help with daily living. Consult Atlas helps tailor your program to the population you want to serve.

Question 8

Can I start a caregiver business without being a nurse?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Many non‑medical home care owners are not clinicians. As long as you meet state licensing rules and hire qualified caregivers, you can own and operate the agency.

Question 9

What support does Consult Atlas offer for home care startups?

Accepted Answer

End‑to‑end consulting: business planning, licensing help, staffing support, documentation and policies, compliance guidance, and hands‑on mentorship for a compliant, timely launch.

Question 10

Can I start home care services from a home office?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Many owners begin from a home office—especially for non‑medical care—and scale as operations grow.

Question 11

Which states do you support for home care licensing?

Accepted Answer

Consult Atlas supports home care licensing in all 50 U.S. states and provides guidance tailored to each state’s requirements.

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