Homewatch CareGivers

A Tech-Enabled Home Care Franchise with Roots Dating to 1980

Homewatch CareGivers is a national non-medical home care franchise network with independently owned and operated locations across 32 states. Founded in 1980 in Denver, Colorado, by Paul Sauer, Homewatch CareGivers has grown into a long-standing franchise brand now owned by Authority Brands, LLC, a Columbia, Maryland-based home services franchise company.

Visit the official Homewatch CareGivers website to learn more about the company's services and locations.

Company at a Glance

●       Founded in: Denver, Colorado, in 1980, by Paul Sauer; the Homewatch name traces back to a pet- and house-sitting service Sauer started in 1976, which evolved specifically into in-home senior care in 1980

●       Current leadership: Todd Houghton, President of Homewatch CareGivers

●       Ownership: Owned by Authority Brands, LLC, headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, since a 2017 acquisition; Authority Brands operates 16 home services franchise brands in total

●       Approximate portfolio size: 162 locations, per the existing Senior Care Finder listing (most individual locations are independently owned and operated franchises)

●       States served: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and Washington

●       Care and lifestyle options: Home care (non-medical)

●       Official website: homewatchcaregivers.com

Home Care Services and Options

Homewatch CareGivers provides non-medical, in-home care rather than a residential community. Depending on the local office, services may include:

●       Personal care assistance, including bathing, dressing, and grooming

●       Companionship and meal preparation

●       Dementia and Alzheimer's care, including Certified Dementia Care Specialist-trained caregivers

●       Transportation services

●       Respite care for family caregivers

Because Homewatch CareGivers operates as a franchise, specific services, hours, and specialties can vary by location. Families should confirm current service offerings, availability, and pricing directly with the specific local office. Families can also review home care options near them on Senior Care Finder.

What Makes Homewatch CareGivers Different?

Nearly Five Decades of History

Homewatch CareGivers traces its roots to 1980, when founder Paul Sauer began focusing his existing Denver-based business specifically on in-home senior care. The company celebrated 45 years in the industry in 2025.

Part of a Larger Multi-Brand Franchise Platform

Since a 2017 acquisition, Homewatch CareGivers has been owned by Authority Brands, LLC, which operates 16 home services franchise brands, including plumbing, HVAC, tree care, cleaning, and pet care companies, in addition to Homewatch CareGivers. This gives Homewatch access to shared corporate marketing, technology, and operational support.

Independent Franchise Industry Recognition

Homewatch CareGivers was awarded the Franchise Customer Experience Certification at the 2024 International Franchise Association Convention, administered by the Franchise Customer Experience Institute, and was the exclusive recipient of this certification within the home care industry. The brand also ranked No. 246 on Entrepreneur's 2026 Franchise 500 list. Learn more from independent coverage via PR Newswire.

Named, Trademarked Care Technology

Homewatch CareGivers has developed its own named technology and care-model brands, described in more detail below, rather than relying solely on generic caregiving practices.

Signature Programs and Services

Homewatch CareGivers Total Care Solutions™ is the company's structured care model, combining traditional caregiving with technology and Care Team Supervisors intended to reduce administrative burden on caregivers. Homewatch Connect™ is the company's proprietary care technology, offering real-time alerts, reminders, and video-calling tools intended to support both safety and social connection. The company has also launched a Certified Dementia Care Specialist (CDCS) Training Program to provide caregivers with specialized dementia care skills. Availability and specific implementation of these programs may vary by local office; families should ask a specific location for details.

What to Expect from Homewatch CareGivers

Because Homewatch CareGivers provides in-home rather than residential care, the experience centers on the caregiver relationship. Families may expect:

●       An initial in-home assessment to build an individualized care plan

●       Ongoing cognitive and functional screening to track changes over time

●       Caregivers who undergo annual background checks and regular performance reviews

●       Flexible scheduling based on a family's specific needs

Families evaluating any home care franchise, including Homewatch CareGivers, should ask about caregiver screening and training, how consistently the same caregivers are scheduled, and how the specific local office handles scheduling changes or emergencies, since practices can vary by franchise owner.

What Clients and Families Say

Because each Homewatch CareGivers office is independently owned, ratings and reviews vary by location. Two featured offices on Senior Care Finder show strong ratings: Homewatch CareGivers - Aurora shows 4.9 out of 5, and Homewatch CareGivers - Roseville shows 5.0. Because Homewatch CareGivers does not operate as a single centrally managed provider, families should review ratings and comments for the specific local office they are considering rather than assuming a uniform experience across the network.

Leadership

Todd Houghton is President of Homewatch CareGivers, leading the brand under parent company Authority Brands. Founder Paul Sauer started the original business in 1980 and remains associated with the brand's founding legacy, though day-to-day leadership now sits with Authority Brands' executive team.

Visit the official Homewatch CareGivers About Us page for current company information.

Recent News, Growth, and Recognition

Homewatch CareGivers Ranks on Entrepreneur's 2026 Franchise 500

Homewatch CareGivers secured the No. 246 spot on Entrepreneur's 2026 Franchise 500 list, an independent, closely watched annual ranking of franchise brands based on financial strength, stability, and growth.

Homewatch CareGivers Earns Franchise Customer Experience Certification

In 2024, Homewatch CareGivers was awarded the Franchise Customer Experience Certification at the International Franchise Association Convention, administered by the Franchise Customer Experience Institute, and was the only home care brand to receive the recognition that year.

Read independent coverage via PR Newswire.

Homewatch CareGivers Celebrates 45 Years

In April 2025, Homewatch CareGivers marked its 45th year in business, reflecting on its growth from a small Denver-based family venture into a franchise brand with locations across North America and internationally.

Read the company's announcement.

Homewatch CareGivers Launches Certified Dementia Care Specialist Training

Homewatch CareGivers introduced a new Certified Dementia Care Specialist (CDCS) Training Program, a person-centered certification equipping caregivers with specialized skills to support clients living with dementia.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Homewatch CareGivers? Homewatch CareGivers is a national non-medical home care franchise network founded in 1980 in Denver, Colorado, with independently owned and operated locations across 32 states.

Who owns Homewatch CareGivers? Homewatch CareGivers has been owned by Authority Brands, LLC, a Columbia, Maryland-based home services franchise company, since 2017. Todd Houghton serves as President of the brand.

When was Homewatch CareGivers founded? Homewatch CareGivers traces its roots to 1980, when founder Paul Sauer focused his existing Denver business specifically on in-home senior care; the broader Homewatch name dates to a pet- and house-sitting service he started in 1976.

How many Homewatch CareGivers locations are there? Senior Care Finder's listing shows 162 U.S. locations across 32 states. 

What services does Homewatch CareGivers provide? Homewatch CareGivers provides non-medical in-home care, including personal care, companionship, dementia and Alzheimer's care, transportation, and respite care, among other services.

Does Homewatch CareGivers provide medical care? No. Homewatch CareGivers provides non-medical home care. Families needing medical home health services should confirm with the local office whether they coordinate with a separate medical home health provider.

Does every Homewatch CareGivers office offer the same services? No. Because each office is independently owned and operated, specific services, specialties, and availability can vary by location.

What is Homewatch Connect? Homewatch Connect is Homewatch CareGivers' proprietary care technology platform, offering real-time alerts, reminders, and video-calling tools to support safety and social connection.

Has Homewatch CareGivers received independent recognition? Yes. Homewatch CareGivers earned the Franchise Customer Experience Certification in 2024 and ranked No. 246 on Entrepreneur's 2026 Franchise 500 list.

What do reviews say about Homewatch CareGivers? Ratings vary by individual office. Featured offices on Senior Care Finder show ratings of 4.9 and 5.0 out of 5. Families should review ratings for the specific local office they are considering.

How can someone start service with Homewatch CareGivers? Families can search Homewatch CareGivers locations on Senior Care Finder or contact a specific local office directly to schedule a consultation and discuss care needs.

Explore Homewatch CareGivers

Choosing an in-home care provider is a personal decision shaped by a family's specific needs, location, and budget. View Homewatch CareGivers locations on Senior Care Finder to compare individual offices, ratings, and contact options.

Because each location is independently owned and operated, services, pricing, and availability vary by office. Families are encouraged to ask detailed questions, request references, and confirm current availability directly with the specific location before making a final decision.

Homewatch CareGivers is a paid Senior Care Finder partner. Partner status does not replace the need for families to independently evaluate individual providers, services, pricing, licensing information, and recent reviews.

Company information, leadership details, programs, recognition, and news were reviewed using publicly available sources. Information last reviewed July 2026.