Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Market For These Services Going To Continue To Grow?

The in-home senior care services industry is expected to experience significant growth over the next 40 years. According to the U.S. Census, today there are 36 million adults in the U.S age 65+ - a number that will nearly double to 70 million over the next 30 years.

What Investment Is Required To Start A Comfort Keepers Franchise?

The initial franchise fee is $32,500, with anticipated start-up costs and working capital requirements bringing your total investment to approximately $50,000 - $74,000.

Are Territories Protected?

Yes, each franchisee is granted his/her own territory.

After A Decade In Business, Are There Still Good Territories Available?

We estimate we have over 400 territories still available.

Do You Provide Local Field-Level Support?

We currently have a team of Franchise Business Consultants who work in the field with our franchisees providing on-going operational support and guidance.

What Kind Of Training Is Provided?

Soon after you sign your franchise agreement, you will attend an intensive eight-day training course for new owners and general managers. On-going training includes local boot camps, computer-based training sessions, a series of on-going training sessions at the Comfort Keepers business support center, and more. There are also state and national networking and training events.

What Support Resources Do Your Franchisees Receive?

One of the biggest advantages of joining the Comfort Keepers franchise system is the power of our entrepreneurial network, including volume-purchasing programs (benefits, office supplies, insurance, etc.) as well as customized support tools such as a web-based caregiver scheduling system.

What Does It Take To Succeed As A Comfort Keepers Franchise Owner?

Because running your own business is hard work, there are common characteristics of a successful franchisee. Among them are:
• Must be a self-starter, motivated to create your own success each day
• Passionate about providing quality care
• Able and willing to follow a proven system and not recreate the wheel
• Goal-oriented and focused on what is important to achieving those goals
• Willingness and motivation to succeed
• Capable of simultaneously managing both internal and external business priorities
• Effective and efficient in managing time and setting priorities

What Are The Steps In The Process?

We strive to make the franchising process as easy and smooth as possible. To learn about our step-by-step approach, simply refer to this easy-to-follow guide. Click Here >>