Cooperative Home Care Associates

Cooperative Home Care Associates (CHCA) is a worker-owned cooperative based in the Bronx, New York, specializing in home health care services. It is one of the largest worker cooperative models in the United States, where employees are also owners, sharing profits and decision-making. CHCA provides in-home care, such as assistance with daily activities, to individuals needing support, often including older adults and people with disabilities. The cooperative emphasizes fair wages, professional development, and community-centered practices, promoting both quality care and employee empowerment within a sustainable, democratic business structure.