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How To Increase In Home Care Clients With High Need

Apr 29, 2025
How To Increase In Home Care Clients With High Need

Want more clients with longer hours and fewer headaches?

If you're trying to serve everyone, you're actually helping no one. In this episode, I break down why niching down—especially into high-need areas like dementia care—is the fastest way to attract more ideal clients, grow your agency, and make a bigger impact.

I share my own journey of going all-in on home care, what changed when I made that shift, and how you can do the same. Plus, we dive into how to create content that positions you as the expert families trust.

If you’re ready to stand out, attract better-fit clients, and scale your business faster, this is a must-watch. Hit play now.

If you're trying to grow your home care agency but struggling to stand out, there's one strategy that can make all the difference: niching down.

In an industry where most agencies try to be everything to everyone, becoming known for one specific area—like dementia care or stroke recovery—can instantly set you apart. In this blog, we’ll explore how narrowing your focus not only helps your brand stand out but also makes it easier to attract high-need clients, retain caregivers, and scale faster.

What Does It Mean to Niche Down in Home Care?

In simple terms, niching down means focusing your marketing and messaging around a specific client need or condition—such as dementia, Parkinson’s, stroke, COPD, or fall prevention.

This doesn’t mean you stop serving other clients. You’re simply positioning yourself as the go-to expert in one area. And that clarity makes it easier for the right people to find and choose your agency.

When people see that your agency specializes in dementia care, for example, and they have a loved one with dementia, they’ll immediately feel like you’re the right fit—because you understand their unique challenges.

Why High-Need Clients Are a Smart Growth Strategy

High-need clients require more care. That means more hours, better caregiver retention, and faster revenue growth.

Take dementia, for instance. According to the World Health Organization, the number of people living with dementia is projected to rise from 55 million in 2020 to 139 million by 2050. That’s a staggering increase—and a huge opportunity for agencies that focus in this area.

These clients often need 8–12 hour shifts, which caregivers prefer over short visits. So by serving higher-need populations, you’re not only helping families who are desperate for support—you’re also creating a more sustainable business model for your agency.

My Story: How Niching Down Changed Everything

When I first started my business, I wanted to help as many people as possible. I thought by serving all small businesses, I’d have more opportunities. But the truth? When you try to help everyone, you end up helping no one.

It wasn’t until a trip to Hawaii—after months of stagnant growth—that I finally decided to focus exclusively on home care. The moment I made that decision, everything clicked. Content ideas flowed. My messaging became sharper. And most importantly, people noticed.

Clients started saying things like, “I know there are other people who do video… but you know home care.” That’s the power of positioning.

Creating Content That Positions You as the Expert

You don’t need to be a medical professional or know every clinical detail to create valuable content. Think of it like this: most families searching for home care are just starting their journey. They know little to nothing about conditions like dementia—and you can guide them with even the basics.

A great example? One of my clients created a video on “Bathing a Loved One with Dementia.” It has over 11,000 views and continues to grow. Why? Because people are searching for this help.

Topics like:

  • What is sundowning and how to manage it

  • Dementia-friendly activities

  • Music and memory care

  • How to build routines for dementia patients

...these all establish your agency as a trusted expert, while gently creating awareness that your services can help.

I call this strategic selling—you’re not pushing your services. You’re simply educating and letting the viewer realize on their own, “Wow, we need help. This agency gets it.”

Final Thoughts: Focus = Growth

If you want to grow your agency, attract better-fit clients, and retain caregivers longer, focus is your greatest strength. Pick a niche. Create content around it. Build your reputation in that space. And watch your agency grow.

You’ll still get clients outside that niche—but now, you’ll have a magnet pulling in the ones who need you most.

Ready to Become the Expert in Your Niche?

We help home care agencies create powerful video content that showcases your expertise, builds trust, and attracts high-need clients. If you're ready to start building a content library that sets you apart, schedule a free strategy call today.

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