Which is better, BrightStar Care or Interim HealthCare?

The right choice between BrightStar Care and Interim HealthCare depends on your agency size, payer mix, and which features matter most. Compare pricing, features, and best-for profiles in the table on this page to identify which fits your operations better, then request demos from both before signing.

How much do BrightStar Care and Interim HealthCare cost?

BrightStar Care: Franchise fee: $50,000. Total investment: $111,095 – $195,875. Royalty: 5.25-6.25%. Ad fund: 2.5%. Net worth required: $250,000. Liquid capital: $100,000. Interim HealthCare: Franchise fee: $50,000. Total investment: $125,500 – $225,000. Royalty: 3.5-5.5%. Ad fund: ?. Net worth required: $300,000. Liquid capital: $150,000.

BrightStar Care vs Interim HealthCare for Home Care Agencies

Side-by-side comparison of BrightStar Care and Interim HealthCare — two options operators evaluate in the medical skilled category. Pricing, features, integrations, and best-fit profile pulled from each vendor's listing.

BrightStar Care

Premium non-medical AND medical home care franchise — 427 outlets, Joint Commission Accredited, $2.41M average revenue, skilled nursing + staffing + companion care, 20 years franchising

Price: $102,754-$220,186 total investment (standard) / $96,454-$181,086 (small/medium density)
Best for: Operators who want the full spectrum of home care services including skilled nursing and are willing to invest in Joint Commission accreditation
Use case: Non-Medical Home Care, Medical/Skilled Nursing Home Care, Supplemental Staffing, Companion Care, Personal Care

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Interim HealthCare

One of the oldest home healthcare franchises (since 1966) — 226 territories, medical + non-medical services, supplemental staffing, hospice, medical equipment, $1.66M average revenue

Price: $150,000-$300,000+ estimated total investment
Best for: Experienced healthcare operators seeking the broadest service offering with medical and non-medical capabilities under one franchise
Use case: Medical Home Care, Non-Medical Home Care, Supplemental Medical Staffing, Hospice, Home Medical Equipment

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	BrightStar Care	Interim HealthCare
Overview
Category	franchises	franchises
Founded	2005	1966
Headquarters	Bannockburn, IL	Sunrise, FL
Company size	500+	500+
Target agency size	Operators who want the full spectrum of home care services including skilled nursing and are willing to invest in Joint Commission accreditation	Experienced healthcare operators seeking the broadest service offering with medical and non-medical capabilities under one franchise
Pricing
Pricing	Franchise fee: $50,000. Total investment: $111,095 – $195,875. Royalty: 5.25-6.25%. Ad fund: 2.5%. Net worth required: $250,000. Liquid capital: $100,000.	Franchise fee: $50,000. Total investment: $125,500 – $225,000. Royalty: 3.5-5.5%. Ad fund: ?. Net worth required: $300,000. Liquid capital: $150,000.
Ratings
G2 rating	—	—
Capterra rating	—	—
Other features
10% Expansion Discount (After 12 Months, In Compliance)
Athena Business System (ABS) — Proprietary Technology Platform
Expansion Option Agreement — Adjacent Territory within 1 Year
Home Medical Equipment
Joint Commission Accreditation Required
Medical / Skilled Nursing In-Home Care
National Brand Recognition (since 1966)
Non-Medical / Personal Care
Optional Hospice Program
Permanent Placement
Personalized Home Care (Medical + Non-Medical)
Protected Territory
Protected Territory (200K-300K population standard, min 15K aged 65+)
SafetyChoice-Equivalent Technology Services
Small Territory & Medium Density Market Options ($25K IFF)
Supplemental Medical Staffing
Supplemental Staffing to Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Clinics
Training & Support
VetFran $5,000 Discount (First Territory Only)
Integrations
Integrations	—	—

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	BrightStar Care	Interim HealthCare
Overview
Category	franchises	franchises
Founded	2005	1966
Headquarters	Bannockburn, IL	Sunrise, FL
Company size	500+	500+
Target agency size	Operators who want the full spectrum of home care services including skilled nursing and are willing to invest in Joint Commission accreditation	Experienced healthcare operators seeking the broadest service offering with medical and non-medical capabilities under one franchise
Pricing
Pricing	Franchise fee: $50,000. Total investment: $111,095 – $195,875. Royalty: 5.25-6.25%. Ad fund: 2.5%. Net worth required: $250,000. Liquid capital: $100,000.	Franchise fee: $50,000. Total investment: $125,500 – $225,000. Royalty: 3.5-5.5%. Ad fund: ?. Net worth required: $300,000. Liquid capital: $150,000.
Ratings
G2 rating	—	—
Capterra rating	—	—
Other features
10% Expansion Discount (After 12 Months, In Compliance)
Athena Business System (ABS) — Proprietary Technology Platform
Expansion Option Agreement — Adjacent Territory within 1 Year
Home Medical Equipment
Joint Commission Accreditation Required
Medical / Skilled Nursing In-Home Care
National Brand Recognition (since 1966)
Non-Medical / Personal Care
Optional Hospice Program
Permanent Placement
Personalized Home Care (Medical + Non-Medical)
Protected Territory
Protected Territory (200K-300K population standard, min 15K aged 65+)
SafetyChoice-Equivalent Technology Services
Small Territory & Medium Density Market Options ($25K IFF)
Supplemental Medical Staffing
Supplemental Staffing to Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Clinics
Training & Support
VetFran $5,000 Discount (First Territory Only)
Integrations
Integrations	—	—

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