Right at Home’s RightAssist program is reshaping senior safety by offering a proactive alternative to traditional life-alert systems, now adopted in 40 offices nationwide.
For decades, families have relied on reactive life-alert devices–systems that only respond once a fall or emergency has already occurred. Right at Home’s new RightAssist program takes a different approach. Instead of waiting for a crisis, it uses proactive monitoring technology to help seniors live independently while giving families peace of mind.
“What it does is keeps track of the client’s sleep, their gate speed, where they are in the home, if they’re getting enough activity,” says Siarra Thorning, operations manager of the Right at Home office in Grand Junction, CO.
Right at Home’s Grand Junction office was an early adopter of the RightAssist program and has used it to better serve their clients by providing peace of mind to loved ones. The program is designed to detect potential risks before they escalate. This allows family and caregivers to be alerted to changes in daily routines, mobility, or health patters–long before an emergency call button would ever be pressed.
Why This Matters for Franchise Owners
For both current and potential franchise owners, RightAssist represents more than just a new service. It provides a competitive advantage in the growing senior care market.
- Differentiation in the marketplace: Offering proactive technology sets Right at Home apart from competitors who rely on reactive systems.
- Revenue growth opportunities: Technology-driven services can be packaged alongside traditional caregiving, creating new streams of income.
- Enhanced client retention: Families are more likely to stay with a provider that offers cutting-edge safety solutions.
- Brand reputation: Association with innovation strengthens trust and credibility in local communities.
For franchise owners, adopting RightAssist isn’t just about meeting today’s needs–it’s about building resilience and relevance for tomorrow’s senior care landscape.
Benefits for Seniors and Families
For seniors, one of their largest concerns is a loss of independence. For their families, safety is a larger concern. The RightAssist device allows for the best of both worlds. Seniors can remain in their homes while families can rest assured that they will be alerted of any changes in behavior and health.
- Proactive alerts: Families are notified of potential risks early.
- Reduced emergency dependence: Seniors don’t have to rely solely on pressing a button after a fall.
- Increased independence: Seniors can remain at home longer, with technology acting as a safety net.
Currently, 40 Right at Home offices have adopted RightAssist, showing strong demand for this modern alternative to traditional systems.
Looking Ahead
To learn more about RightAssist from owners who have already adopted the technology, visit KFOR to hear from owner Joel Herzina. Operating a Right at Home office out of Oklahoma, Joel has witnessed first hand the benefit that RightAssist provides to clients and seniors.
If you are interested in learning more about the device itself and the technology behind it, check out this article from KKCO: https://www.kkco11news.com/2025/11/07/local-business-offers-proactive-alternative-traditional-life-alert-systems-elderly-care/. Office Manager Siarra Thorning discusses the benefits of this particular medical alert device and how it is used in client homes.
Right at Home seeks to form new partnerships and innovate by advancing in-home care. This RightAssist device will prove beneficial to seniors, families, and franchisees. Learn more about Right at Home’s available territories and franchise opportunities: https://rightathomefranchise.com/available-territories/