From application to approval, we handle your IDOH licensing — then hand you the platform to run your agency from day one. Most consultancies disappear when your license arrives. We keep going.
Want to open a non-medical home care agency in Indiana? You need a Personal Services Agency (PSA) License from the Indiana Department of Health. Plan on 60–90 days for provisional approval plus an on-site survey. State filing fees total $250 and are paid directly to IDOH.
Non-medical home care agencies do not require a CON in Indiana.
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Home Care License Type in Indiana
Indiana regulates home-based care under several license categories. Most new founders start with a PSA License for non-medical care, then add skilled services later if they choose.
NON-MEDICAL
Personal Services Agency (PSA) License
Indiana requires non-medical home care agencies to obtain a Personal Services Agency (PSA) license.
Personal care and daily living assistance
Companionship and homemaker services
Medication reminders (not administration)
Transportation and errand assistance
Respite care for family caregivers
State fee:
$250 Initial PSA License Fee
Timeline:
60-90 Days for provisional approval
Regulator:
Indiana Department of Health
How to Get Licensed in Indiana
Indiana licensing follows a structured 7-step process through IDOH. Our specialists handle all 7 steps in the Launch and Signature packages; in the Licensing Kit, you handle the submission yourself with our expert guidance.
60–90 days from start to provisional approval
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FOUNDATION
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INSURANCE
3
POLICIES
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APPLICATION
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PROCESS
1
Form Your Business Entity
FOUNDATION
Register your LLC or corporation, obtain an EIN, open a business bank account, and establish an Indiana physical location before applying.
2
Choose a Compliant Business Name
INSURANCE
Do not use terms that imply home health or nursing services if you are only applying as a Personal Services Agency.
3
Gather Owner and Manager Criminal History Reports
POLICIES
Collect current criminal history reports for all owners, the manager, and any alternate managers. Indiana expects these to be current within 3 months of submission.
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Prepare Policies, Forms, and Competency Materials
POLICIES
Indiana's PSA application is document-heavy. Agencies should prepare complete policies, attendant care competency documentation, and all required operational forms before filing.
5
Secure Insurance and Required Coverage
INSURANCE
Obtain general liability, workers' compensation, and any additional coverage needed for specialized services such as lift-related transportation or handling.
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Submit PSA Application
APPLICATION
File the Indiana PSA application with the Department of Health and include the nonrefundable $250 fee and all required exhibits.
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Respond to State Review
PROCESS
The state reviews the application for completeness and may request corrections or additional documentation before approval.
Why Indiana Founders Choose HomeCareAtlas
The biggest difference between us and traditional consultancies isn't the license — it's what happens after the license arrives.
Traditional Consultant
HomeCareAtlas
Pricing
Gated, sales-call only
Published online, no surprises
Policies & Procedures
Generic templates
Built around your state and your service model
Application Filing
You assemble the packet
Done-for-you in Launch and Signature
Survey Day
You're on your own
On-call phone support during your state visit
After License Arrives
Relationship ends
Platform, dashboard, and directory listing go live
Caregiver Onboarding
Not included
Digital onboarding ready for hire #1
Compliance Tracking
You build a spreadsheet
Live compliance dashboard included
Directory Presence
None
Listed on Carezano the day you open
Three Ways to Get Your Indiana Agency Licensed
Pick the level of support that matches how hands-on you want to be. Indiana state fees ($250 to IDOH) are passed through at cost.
Atlas Licensing Kit
Get licensed without mistakes
$995+ state fees
For self-directed founders who want expert guidance and will file the application themselves.
Licensing
Indiana licensing roadmap
Annotated application guide
Custom P&P manual (state-ready)
Prep tools
Office setup checklist
Bond & insurance sourcing
Admin interview prep
Survey prep guide
Expert support
2 × 60-min strategy calls
Application red-line review
60 days email support
Platform
3 months free Atlas SaaS
Free Carezano directory listing
Upgrade to Launch for
Done-for-you filing
Medicaid enrollment
Website & launch kit
Live survey prep
Most Popular
Atlas Launch
Licensed & ready for first client
$2,995+ state fees
For founders ready to be fully licensed, operational, and taking their first client on day one.
Everything in Licensing Kit, plus:
Application prepared & filed
P&P custom-built for your model
Background check coordination
Surety bond assistance
Site review prep
Live admin interview prep
Survey & enrollment
Live survey prep session
Survey-day on-call support
Medicaid enrollment guidance
Waiver enrollment guidance
50% off plan-of-correction support
Launch setup
Atlas Edge
Branded website landing page
Google Business Profile setup
Caregiver recruitment kit
HR / employee handbook
Intake + care plan templates
Scheduling templates
Support & platform
90 days Slack/email support
6 months free Atlas SaaS
Priority Carezano placement
Licensing approval guarantee
Upgrade to Signature for
Business formation (LLC, EIN)
Full brand + multi-page site
Go-to-market system
Founder-level attention
Atlas Signature
White-glove launch & full setup
$5,995+ state fees
For founders who want direct access, white-glove execution, and long-term support with minimal lift.
Everything in Launch, plus:
LLC formation + EIN
Registered agent (1st year)
Operating agreement
Full brand + web
Logo + branding kit
Business cards + marketing materials
Multi-page website
Domain + professional email
Go-to-market system
First-month marketing plan
Curated referral source list for your area
Discharge planner scripts
Private pay contracts
LTC insurance setup
Premium support
Signature Only
Weekly calls (first 60 days)
Direct phone/text access
Founder-level attention
Extended support
6 months compliance support
12 months free Atlas SaaS
Premium directory placement
First-year renewal included
1 free plan of correction
What are state fees?Hide state fee details
Indiana charges a state application fee, paid directly to the state licensing body. We don't mark it up.
Every tier includes free time on Home Care Atlas — the operating system for your new agency. This is the part other Indiana consultancies don't offer.
Indiana Licensing Workspace
Track your application, documents, and deadlines in one dashboard. Your Atlas specialist works in the same view you do.
Custom Indiana P&P Manual
Written around your state's rules, your service model, and your agency — not a generic national template. Survey-ready before you file.
Business Formation
LLC, EIN, NPI, surety bond, and insurance — all tracked and handled in Launch and Signature packages.
Compliance Dashboard
From caregiver #1 onward, every certification, background check, and required document is tracked with automatic expiration alerts.
Caregiver Onboarding
I-9, W-4, direct deposit, and required background-check verifications — all collected digitally.
Carezano Directory Listing
Listed on our public directory the day you open. Local families find you, referral partners find you, you're visible from day one.
Common Questions Before You Book
How much does a home care license cost in Indiana?
Indiana's Personal Services Agency application fee is $250, and renewal materials also show a $250 renewal fee.
How long does Indiana licensing take?
A practical planning estimate is 60 to 90 days, depending on how complete the application is and whether policy documents or screening materials need correction.
Can I use 'Health' or 'Nursing' in my Indiana agency name?
Not if you are operating only as a Personal Services Agency. Indiana draws a line between PSA branding and home health or nursing agency status.
Do I need a physical office in Indiana?
Yes. Indiana requires a physical location in the state, and that location can be residential if it otherwise satisfies the rules.
Is Indiana a good market for home care agencies?
Indiana can be a solid moderate-opportunity market because the licensing fee is low and the entry barrier is manageable, though it is not as premium or dense as some larger neighboring states.
Indiana Home Care Licensing: What You Need to Know
Indiana requires non-medical home care agencies to obtain a Personal Services Agency (PSA) license. PSAs provide attendant care, homemaker, companion, and related non-skilled services, but they must avoid presenting themselves as a home health or nursing provider unless they hold the appropriate separate license.
The Personal Services Agency (PSA) License
Indiana requires a Personal Services Agency license for agencies providing non-medical in-home personal services. Owners, managers, and alternate managers must submit a current criminal history report dated within the last 3 months. Indiana requires a physical location in the state, and branch offices must stay within the allowed radius from the parent office. Indiana also requires required administrator certification (typical cost Varies).
Certificate of Need (CON) in Indiana
Indiana does not require a Certificate of Need (CON) for non-medical home care. You can move directly into the licensing process without a separate market-need review.
Medicaid Participation — Medicaid Expansion Path
Agencies planning to serve Medicaid-funded populations should expect additional enrollment, payer, and documentation requirements beyond the base PSA license.
Common Reasons Indiana Applications Are Rejected or Delayed
Generic P&P manuals that don't reflect state-specific regulations
Incomplete administrator documentation
Insurance or surety bond policies that don't meet state minimums
Missing or inadequate quality assurance program documentation
Physical office that doesn't meet site-review standards
Caregiver background checks that miss required state databases
Every one of these is preventable with proper preparation. It's the biggest reason founders choose done-for-you packages over DIY — the cost of a rejection in lost time is almost always higher than the cost of doing it right the first time.
Book a Free Indiana Strategy Call
30 minutes with a home care specialist. We'll map out Indiana licensing for your specific situation, your timeline, and your best path forward — even if you don't hire us.
Which Indiana license type fits your business model (Personal Services Agency)
Your realistic timeline and budget
Whether Medicaid Expansion Path enrollment makes sense for your plan
Common Indiana-specific mistakes to avoid
If you'd like, which Atlas package is right for you
No pressure. No obligation. Indiana-specific guidance either way.
Your Future Indiana Clients Are Already Looking for Care.
Every week you spend piecing this together alone is a week you're not serving your first Indiana client. Let's get your agency licensed, launched, and visible — with people on your side who know IDOH.
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Indiana licensing details verified by HomeCareAtlas on March 1, 2026.
