Addus Homecare

Addus HomeCare Corporation is a prominent provider of home-based personal care, home health, and hospice services in the United States. Founded in 1979 and headquartered in Frisco, Texas, the company employs over 30,000 people across 214 locations in 22 states, serving nearly 50,000 patients annually. Addus focuses on non-medical personal care for the elderly, disabled, and chronically ill, helping them age in place and avoid hospitalization. The company began as Addus HealthCare, offering chore services to at-risk elderly individuals in Chicago. It has grown through organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, including the recent purchase of Gentiva’s personal care services. Addus specializes in tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and transportation, with a significant portion of its services funded by Medicaid. The company also provides skilled nursing and therapy through its home health and hospice services, emphasizing a caregiver-led approach to care delivery.