About Startup Home Care
At Startup Home Care, we help individuals and businesses launch their own licensed home care, hospice, or healthcare staffing agency—without the limitations or costly fees of a franchise. With years of expertise in consulting, licensing, policy creation, branding, and digital setup, our team is here to guide you every step of the way. Our mission is to make starting and growing your agency simple, stress-free, and set up for long-term success.
Home Care Accreditation Using CHAP and ACHC
At Startup Home Care, we recognize that accreditation is a vital step for any home care, home health, or hospice agency. Accreditation strengthens your agency’s credibility, builds trust with clients and referral sources, and opens the door to valuable billing opportunities across all agency types. More than just a regulatory milestone, it positions your organization for long-term growth, sustainability, and higher-quality care delivery.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through the key accreditation pathways offered by CHAP (Community Health Accreditation Partner) and ACHC (Accreditation Commission for Health Care). You’ll learn how each option supports your compliance, enhances operational standards, and sets your agency apart in a competitive market. Pursuing accreditation isn’t just about meeting requirements—it’s about elevating your agency’s reputation and unlocking its full potential.
Home Care Setup
Get everything you need to launch a fully compliant and client-ready home care agency.
Home Health Startup
Build a strong foundation for your home health agency with expert guidance and support.
Hospice Agency Launch
Start your hospice agency the right way with training, compliance, and operational tools.
Healthcare Staffing Agency Startup
Establish a reliable staffing agency that connects quality caregivers with organizations in need.
Accreditation and Compliance Support
Navigate licensing, accreditation, and regulations with confidence and ease.
Business Growth & Marketing Strategy
Scale your agency with proven strategies to attract clients and grow sustainably.
Why Become Accredited?
Home care accreditation isn’t just a box to check—it’s a powerful seal of trust and quality. For home health care agencies, it’s often the key that unlocks the ability to bill Medicare. While non-medical home care agencies can’t bill Medicare, earning accreditation still comes with major advantages. It strengthens your reputation, builds confidence with clients and caregivers, and creates new pathways for partnerships and business growth. In short, accreditation doesn’t just prove you meet industry standards—it expands your agency’s financial and operational potential.
Beyond the business side, accreditation also shows that your agency is committed to excellence in care. It keeps your team aligned with the latest best practices, which translates to better patient outcomes and higher satisfaction. And because accreditation signals professionalism and reliability, it helps attract top-tier caregivers who want to be part of something meaningful. The result? A stronger team, happier clients, and a brand that truly stands out in the competitive home care landscape.
Home Care Accreditation Options
🏠 NON-MEDICAL HOME CARE AGENCIES
💙 CHAP Home Care Accreditation
CHAP accredits non-medical home care agencies that provide personal care, companionship, and homemaking support.
✨ Why it matters: Earning CHAP accreditation proves your agency is committed to excellence, building trust with clients and referral partners while setting you apart from competitors.
🤝 ACHC Home Care Accreditation
ACHC also offers accreditation for non-medical home care agencies.
✨ Why it matters: With ACHC accreditation, your agency is recognized for quality and reliability, helping you stand out in a crowded market.
🏥 HOME HEALTH CARE AGENCIES
💙 CHAP Home Care Accreditation
CHAP accredits home health care agencies, including those offering skilled nursing and therapy services.
✨ Why it matters: Accreditation is often required for Medicare and insurance billing. Beyond compliance, it boosts your credibility and assures families that their loved ones are in safe hands.
🤝 ACHC Home Care Accreditation
ACHC provides comprehensive accreditation for home health care agencies.
✨ Why it matters: Accreditation with ACHC demonstrates that your agency delivers care at the highest standards, making Medicare billing smoother and enhancing service quality.
🌿 HOSPICE CARE AGENCIES
💙 CHAP Home Care Accreditation
CHAP accredits hospice care agencies that serve patients with terminal illnesses.
✨ Why it matters: Accreditation ensures your hospice program meets strict standards, balancing compliance with the compassionate, dignified care patients and families deserve.
🤝 ACHC Home Care Accreditation
ACHC offers accreditation for hospice care agencies focused on patient-centered services.
✨ Why it matters: With ACHC accreditation, your hospice agency earns a reputation for quality and compassion while staying aligned with industry best practices.