Est. Madison, WI · Since 2013

Caring
for Life.

Every step of the way.

Cairasu is a growing ecosystem of care, workforce, education, and innovation services united by one shared mission — delivering compassionate, expert, and dignified support to every individual, family, and community we serve.

The Ecosystem

A growing ecosystem.
One shared mission.

Properly Credentialed 24/7 Care Available Established 2013 Locally Owned Wisconsin Based Serving Wisconsin Communities Properly Credentialed 24/7 Care Available Established 2013 Locally Owned Wisconsin Based Serving Wisconsin Communities
Established in 2013 Locally Owned Wisconsin Based Serving Multiple Wisconsin Communities Supporting Individuals, Families, Caregivers & Healthcare Organizations
Chapter One

A story of care.

Cairasu was born from a deeply personal belief — that everyone deserves compassionate, expert care delivered with dignity. That belief has become a movement.

Our founder's personal experience caring for her maternal grandfather after a stroke, and later for her paternal grandmother through her journey with Alzheimer's disease, shaped our entire philosophy. Those experiences taught us that families navigating health challenges deserve more than services. They deserve partners who genuinely care. Professionals who are impeccably trained. And a system designed around the whole person — not just their condition.

Today, we're building a growing ecosystem that does exactly that. From in-home care to workforce solutions to education and technology-enabled innovation — each part of Cairasu is a specialized expression of the same unwavering commitment.

This is not just about services. It's about redefining what care can look like — and who it should reach.

Fatou Ceesay, Founder & CEO of Cairasu
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Fatou Ceesay
Founder & CEO · Est. 2013
A Message From The Founder

Care that begins with a story.

"My family cared for my maternal grandfather for nine years after his stroke and also cared for my paternal grandmother through her journey with dementia. Those experiences showed me what care could — and should — be. Cairasu was built from those lessons."

After Fatou's maternal grandfather suffered a stroke, her family cared for him for nine years until his passing — a journey that showed her the emotional, physical, and practical responsibilities families carry over time, and how essential compassion, dignity, and dependable support are throughout that journey. Her family also cared for her paternal grandmother as she lived with Alzheimer's disease, deepening Fatou's understanding of memory loss, long-term care needs, and the impact dementia has on an entire family.

After nearly 25 years of work across healthcare, human services, aging programs, and community advocacy, Fatou founded Cairasu Home Care in 2013 to build a model rooted in dignity, expertise, and heart. Today, Cairasu is growing into a connected ecosystem — home care, healthcare staffing, education, workforce development, community impact, and technology-enabled innovation — all united by one mission: to make compassionate, dignified, and dependable support more accessible.

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Fatou Ceesay Founder & CEO, Cairasu
Our Ecosystem

A growing ecosystem.
One shared mission.

Each part of the Cairasu ecosystem exists to serve a specific need within the larger landscape of health, care, and human dignity — united by one shared mission.

Live Now

Cairasu Homecare

Compassionate In-Home Care

Professional, personalized home care delivered by trained caregivers who treat every family they serve as their own. Available around the clock, right where you live.

  • Personal care & assistance with daily living
  • Alzheimer's & dementia support
  • Homemaker & companion services
  • Respite care for family caregivers
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Medical Staffing

Healthcare Workforce Solutions

Connecting healthcare organizations with qualified healthcare professionals and workforce solutions.

  • CNA & nursing placement
  • Temporary & permanent staffing
  • Credentialing & compliance
  • Rapid response staffing
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Now Enrolling

Care Institute

Education & Training Academy

A premier training institute cultivating the next generation of care professionals. Healthcare education and workforce training for individuals and continuing professionals alike.

  • CNA training & certification
  • CPR & safety training
  • Dementia care education
  • Continuing education (CEUs)
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In Development

Technology & Innovation

Technology-Enabled Solutions

Cairasu is developing technology-enabled solutions designed to strengthen care delivery, improve healthcare operations, support the workforce, and create better experiences for individuals, families, and providers.

In Development
National Recognition

Recognized for advocacy impact.

Cairasu is proud to be connected to a team recognized on the national stage for advancing Alzheimer's and dementia advocacy in Wisconsin.

2026 · Alzheimer's Association National Forum

Alzheimer's Congressional Team of the Year

Local Wisconsin advocates were named the Alzheimer's Association's Congressional Team of the Year at the National Forum, recognized for sustained advocacy on behalf of individuals and families affected by Alzheimer's and dementia.

Real Stories

What families are saying.

These are the voices behind our mission — the families, professionals, and partners whose lives Cairasu has been privileged to touch.

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The caregivers from Cairasu have been absolutely wonderful. My mother feels safe, loved, and cared for every single day. They treat her like family.
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Sarah M. Daughter · Madison, WI
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After my father's diagnosis, we were overwhelmed. Cairasu didn't just provide care — they gave us peace of mind, a plan, and a partner we could trust completely.
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James T. Family Member · Fitchburg, WI
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I've worked in healthcare for 15 years, and joining Cairasu is the first time I've felt like my organization truly values both the professionals and the people we serve.
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Angela R., RN Care Professional
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Exceptional care is a right, not a privilege. Our purpose is to make it accessible — from the comfort of home to the highest levels of clinical excellence — delivered by professionals who truly care.
The Cairasu Promise
What We Stand For

Built on unshakeable principles.

These are not marketing words. They are the operating standards for every decision we make, every professional we hire, and every family we serve.

i.

Compassion First

Every decision guided by empathy. We honor the humanity of each person we serve, treating everyone with the dignity and warmth they deserve.

ii.

Professional Excellence

Our professionals are appropriately qualified, screened, trained, and supported according to their roles and applicable requirements. We uphold high ethical, service, and professional standards.

iii.

Whole Person

We see beyond conditions and diagnoses. Our ecosystem is built to support every dimension — physical, emotional, social, and professional.

iv.

Always Available

Care doesn't follow a 9-to-5 schedule. Our team is accessible around the clock to support clients and families whenever needed.

v.

Locally Rooted

Born and built within our local community. We understand the unique needs and values of Wisconsin families we serve every day.

vi.

Continuously Evolving

We embrace new methods, technologies, and approaches. Our commitment to excellence demands that we never stop improving.

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