How Much Does a FirstLight Home Care Franchise Cost?

2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A FirstLight Home Care franchise costs between $151,425 and $256,380 in total initial investment, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $52,000.

$151,425
Minimum Investment
$256,380
Maximum Investment
$52,000
Franchise Fee

FirstLight Home Care Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $52,000
Fee Range $40,000 – $52,000
Item 7 Fee Estimate $52,000

FirstLight Home Care Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a FirstLight Home Care franchise, as reported in the 2026 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment
FirstLight Home Care minimum investment breakdown
Maximum Investment
FirstLight Home Care maximum investment breakdown
Franchise Fee $52,000
Initial Franchise Fee ( See Note 1) Lump sum $52,000
Real Estate $0
Equipment & Assets $3,750 – $8,550
Computer Equipment $3,200 – $5,200
Equipment, Signage, Graphics Lump sum $250 – $2,450
Start-Up Supplies and Inventory $300 – $900
Training $7,725 – $10,000
Training Fee Lump sum $5,000
Travel and Training Expenses Lump sum $2,725 – $5,000
Working Capital & Reserves $66,000 – $128,800
Additional Funds: 3 to 6 Months $66,000 – $128,800
Other Costs $21,950 – $57,030
Insurance as required under Section 7.16 of the Franchise Agreement Lump sum $7,500 – $18,000
Marketing, Advertising and Promotions $4,500 – $9,000
Business Permits, Licenses and Fees Lump sum $200 – $8,800
Other Paid Expenses Lump sum $6,050 – $8,350
Grand Opening Marketing $2,500 – $7,500
Business Premises $900 – $4,000
Employment Screening $300 – $1,380
Total Estimated Investment $151,425 – $256,380

How Does FirstLight Home Care Compare to Other Senior & Assisted Living Services Franchises?

FirstLight Home Care's minimum investment of $151,425 is above the Senior & Assisted Living Services industry median. The median minimum investment for Senior & Assisted Living Services franchises is $97,738.

$151,425
FirstLight Home Care Min
$97,738
Senior & Assisted Living Services Median Min
$256,380
FirstLight Home Care Max
$173,500
Senior & Assisted Living Services Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a FirstLight Home Care?

The total startup cost for a FirstLight Home Care franchise ranges from $151,425 to $256,380, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Working Capital & Reserves at $66,000 to $128,800.

How much is the FirstLight Home Care franchise fee?

The FirstLight Home Care franchise fee is $52,000, with a range of $40,000 to $52,000 depending on the agreement, as disclosed in the 2026 FDD. This is a one-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor and is separate from the total initial investment.

Is FirstLight Home Care a good investment?

FirstLight Home Care requires a total franchise investment of $151,425 to $256,380 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 73/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full FirstLight Home Care franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a FirstLight Home Care franchise owner make?

FirstLight Home Care franchise locations report median gross sales of $1,195,409 per the 2026 FDD Item 19. See our FirstLight Home Care franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.

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