1851Franchise: Right at Home Honors Caregivers Worldwide

Right at Home bestowed its highest caregiver honor on Kulaea (Kay) Tau, a caregiver with Right at Home – Peninsula in Palo Alto, California, as the 2025 Right at Home National Caregiver of the Year. They were also proud to celebrate 12 additional Regional and International Caregivers of the Year recipients for their achievements and thank them for their unwavering commitment to caregiving during its annual conference in Omaha, where the company was founded 30 years ago.
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Meet the Family | Carla Shepherd, Wichita, KS & Edmond, OK

Carla Shepherd, owns Right at Home franchises in Wichita, Kansas, and Edmond, Oklahoma, with her family. She transitioned from managing an X-ray department at Saint Francis Hospital to co-owning the franchise after her sister recommended it. She values the support system provided by Right at Home, emphasizing the importance of sticking to the established programs for success. Carla also cherishes the close relationships formed between caregivers, clients, and their families.
We hope you enjoy this Franchisee interview.
Meet the Family | Josh Steiner, Lake Zurich, IL

Josh Steiner, a co-owner of a Right at Home franchise in Lake Zurich, Illinois, transitioned from a 30-year law career in Colorado to join his brother Mike. He advises new franchisees to follow corporate guidelines and attend support sessions for success. Josh appreciates the positive change in job satisfaction from litigation to helping people directly.
We hope you enjoy this Franchisee interview.
Meet the Owner: Lauren Miller, Little Rock, Arkansas

Lauren Miller had ample experience working within the structure of a franchise business and knew that she wanted a home care business to be a franchise model as well. After assessing five other national home care franchise options, Lauren knew that Right at Home was the right choice.
If you’re looking for a reason to look for a new career opportunity, Right at Home may be the franchisor that can provide you with purpose and benefit your community.
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Franchisee Onboarding with Right at Home | Stacey Brown

Enjoy our latest Tuesday Talk with Jen Chaney, VP of Franchise Development, interviewed Stacey Brown, the RightStart Manager for Right at Home, about the onboarding process for new franchise owners. Stacey explains the RightStart program, Residence Week, and the initial six months of operation until they transition to a Business Coach.
Learn how Right at Home sets our franchisees up to thrive within the Right at Home system.
Marketing Your Business with Right at Home | Brooke Wittrock

Enjoy our Tuesday Talk with Brooke Wittrock, VP of National Marketing at Right at Home, as she is interviewed by Jen Chaney, VP of Franchise Development. Discussed is the comprehensive marketing support provided to franchise owners. Brooke reviews the RightStart program, The Brand Fund, and Brand Folder, as well as talks about the national advertising agency and some local lead generation created through paid search.
Learn how Right at Home sets our franchisees up to thrive within the Right at Home system.
Meet the Family | Pete Morrissey, Gainesville, GA

Pete Morrissey, a Right at Home franchise owner for six years, discusses his journey and experiences with Melanie Amore, Franchise Development Director. Initially, Pete acquired two territories in Georgia and later added a third. With a diverse background in engineering, corporate roles, and military service, Pete chose Right at Home for its mission and franchise structure. We hope you enjoy this Franchisee interview.
FBR: Maeghan Scott Elevates Elder Care with Heart and Innovation

Providing personal care services to the elderly and people with disabilities wasn’t the career trajectory Maeghan Scott had envisioned. However, continuing her father Moses’ Right at Home franchise is a calling she’s proud to answer. The franchise has given her flexibility, autonomy, and an opportunity to build a robust business and continue her father’s legacy.
If you are interested in franchise ownership, visit https://rightathomefranchise.com
Meet the Family | Brian Braggs

In this interview, Brian Braggs, a Right at Home franchise owner in Peoria, Illinois, talks with Jenna Gosner, Franchise Development Director. He shares his journey from being a combat medic in the Army and then owning a multi-therapy practice to joining Right at Home in 2021. He explains why he values Right at Home’s extensive footprint, strong franchisee base, and 30 years of home care experience. We hope you enjoy this Franchisee interview.
Meet the Family | Suraj Kumar Kairamkonda

In this interview, Suraj Kairamkonda, a Right at Home franchise owner in Fresno, California, talks about choosing Right at Home for its reputation and support, which includes financial setup, performance coaching, and continuous improvement of tutorials. Initially, he looked to Right at Home for help with California Licensure and Labor Laws but now enjoys a better work-life balance due to his dedicated team. We hope you enjoy this Franchisee interview.