Non-medical home support for older people
Starting costs about $3,910 in the United States and 678,000 NGN in Nigeria. After 12 months, this business can bring in about $2,900 net per month in the United States and 678,000 NGN in Nigeria. The starting money comes back in about 6 months, with 40 hours of work per week.
Mundyo estimates, data as of 2026-11-02.
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The numbers
| Country | To start | Net per month (month 12) |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $3,910 | $2,900 |
| Nigeria | 678,000 NGN | 678,000 NGN |
| United Kingdom | £2,670 | £2,000 |
| Kenya | 174,000 KES | 94,400 KES |
| India | 84,800 INR | 68,900 INR |
Amounts adjusted to each country's price and income levels.
The problem
Many older people live alone, struggle with shopping or getting around, and their children live far away or have little time.
The solution
Regular home visits: company, shopping, help with meals, escort to appointments, and a short update sent to the family after each visit.
Your customers
Independent or slightly dependent seniors, and above all their adult children who pay for and organise help remotely.
How you make money
22 to 30 € per hour, sold as prepaid monthly packages of 8 to 20 hours.
Competition
Neighbours and relatives paid informally, charities, home care agencies and peer-to-peer caregiver platforms.
Who has an edge
A patient, reliable person who is well known locally, ideally with care or social work experience, wins on trust and consistency.
The risks
No medical acts (nursing care, injections, preparing medication) without the required qualification; liability insurance is essential; physical fatigue; income capped by hours until you hire.
The first 3 steps
- Check the legal status and insurance required for home support
- Offer three trial visits to families you know
- Leave flyers at doctors, pharmacies and places of worship
How the numbers are calculated
Example in a high-income eurozone country, at month 12: revenue €3,250 − costs €1,250 = €2,000 net per month. Revenue: 125 hours × €26. Costs: travel, insurance, phone, training, social contributions. For other countries, Mundyo adjusts the starting budget to the price level (World Bank) and the income to prices and customers' purchasing power, then converts at the day's exchange rate.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to start: Home support for seniors?
About $3,910 (United States), 678,000 NGN (Nigeria), £2,670 (United Kingdom), depending on the country. Mundyo calculates the amount for 247 countries.
How much can you earn per month?
After 12 months, about $2,900 (United States), 678,000 NGN (Nigeria), £2,000 (United Kingdom) net per month, after costs.
How long until I get my starting money back?
About 6 months, with 40 hours of work per week.
What are the risks?
No medical acts (nursing care, injections, preparing medication) without the required qualification; liability insurance is essential; physical fatigue; income capped by hours until you hire.
Where do I start?
1. Check the legal status and insurance required for home support 2. Offer three trial visits to families you know 3. Leave flyers at doctors, pharmacies and places of worship
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