I want to start a caregiver business, what do I need to get started?

[yehudi]

I care for my Mother as a caregiver.
I really like helping and want to start a caregiving business.
My Mother having me as her caregiver got me thinking when she applied for an employers ID.
I want to start a caregivers business and have a handful of workers for me.
I have seen caregivers operate their businesses.
When someone calls the caregiving company, the owner then calls a worker and tells the worker the address where help is needed.
These workers appear to be employees of the owner of the caregiving business.
My question is:
What kind of credentials are needed to operate a caregiving business? What type of insurance/bond would I need to cover my workers and my business?
What credentials would the workers need? I have seen my Mother hire workers before who did not know CPR and the workers could not give medications etc... The workers basically cooked and cleaned and kept company and walked when my Dad needed help.
We only hired the workers a few times when I hurt my back, the other 10+ years I took care of him.
As I took care of my Father and didn't receive any compensation and now I take care of my Mom, a business like this would not only be a lifesaver for people who need help/company but a lifesaver to help me pay my bills. (I had cancer and several operations and have bills now)
Thank you!

[tupac]

Wow--you seem like a busy guy who does rewarding deeds. It would be awesome if it paid of in a more worldly sense also ($). I know what you mean man!

As far as your employee credentials go
It's best if you hire a handful with various credentials, you will need at least 2-3 who know CPR since I've noticed most people who are hiring care givers pay more when the care giver.is CPR certified (older people are usually a liability & having someone around who can save a life through CPR is a well looked at qualification.) It's not necessary but from a business stand point it's beneficial!

Secondly, look into what sorts of employee insurance you'll need. Many options are available to you, don't forget a business license...

Your first step is to write a BUSINESS PLAN,
Start with a outline and build your way up. I'm sure you can find a partner whose willing to split work time and profit with you...managing a business takes effort, strategic intelligence and work but it's VERY well worth it in the end! & it's MUCH more simpler than it may seem.

Start with a list of what your employees can do.
Next step is to find people who can do it (look online and recent graduated, people with experience, new care givers)
Thirdly, write out who your target market is and work on your pitch and organization of your company..I would suggest all this plus more before you invest in a business license or spend the time pursuing one just about now.

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