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Compass Home Care

We provide vetted, trained non-medical caregivers who support senior clients with daily living tasks, companionship, and light housekeeping in their Tampa-area homes.

Executive summary

We operate an in-home senior care agency matching carefully screened caregivers with seniors needing assistance with activities of daily living. Our model emphasizes reliability, background verification, and affordable hourly care to underserved families in the Tampa Bay region. We generate revenue through hourly caregiver placement fees while maintaining margins through operational efficiency and caregiver retention.

Financial snapshot

Year-1 revenue target$420K
Founder investment$25K
GeographyTampa, FL

Market snapshot

TAM$18.2 billion—the U.S. home care services market for seniors, covering non-medical in-home assistance.
SAM$820 million—the addressable senior home care market in Florida, with Tampa Bay metro representing 22% of state population.
SOM$680000—capturing 2.4% of Tampa-area senior home care demand through direct client relationships and referral partnerships within 18 months.

Tampa's median age is 41.9 with 18% population 65+; concentrated senior living communities, established healthcare networks, and aging-in-place preference create strong local demand for affordable, trustworthy caregivers.

Trends

Customer segments

Pricing model

Product / ServicePriceRationale
Hourly caregiving (standard)22.0 per hourCompetitive with local market rates; caregiver receives $16-17, agency margin covers insurance, payroll, scheduling, overhead.
Hourly caregiving (overnight)28.0 per hourPremium pricing for evening and night shifts reflects higher caregiver demand and extended care complexity.
Companion care package (weekly)660.0 per week (30 hours)Discounted rate for committed multi-hour weekly bookings encourages client retention and caregiver stability.
Placement and matching fee150.0 per placementOne-time fee for families seeking ad-hoc caregiver matches without ongoing agency relationship.

Competitive landscape

National chains (Visiting Angels, Visiting Care)

Strengths — Brand recognition, large caregiver networks, established marketing, insurance relationships

Weaknesses — High overhead, less personal service, standardized rates limit flexibility, slower response times

Our edge — We build local reputation through personalized matching, faster response, competitive pricing, and community referrals.

Independent caregivers

Strengths — Low cost, direct relationships, flexible scheduling

Weaknesses — No background verification guarantees, liability exposure, no backup coverage, inconsistent quality

Our edge — We provide vetted, insured caregivers with reliable backup, reducing family risk and liability concerns.

Medical home care agencies

Strengths — Established client base, insurance billing capability, nurse supervision

Weaknesses — High cost, focused on medical services not companionship, less affordable for budget-conscious families

Our edge — We specialize in affordable non-medical support, targeting price-sensitive segments national agencies overlook.

Customer acquisition

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