Homewell Care Services News

HomeWell Care Services Recognized in Entrepreneur’s 45th Franchise 500®

January 26, 2024 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // Burkburnett, TX - HomeWell Care Services was recognized in Entrepreneur magazine's 2024 Franchise 500®.

"We are honored to be recognized once again in Entrepreneur's Franchise 500,” said Crystal Franz, CEO of HomeWell Franchising.

“Every brand on the Franchise 500 has its own unique story, but they all collectively make the same statement: Franchising is strong and resilient, is full of innovation and opportunity, and provides a powerful entrepreneurial path for many people,” says Entrepreneur editor-in-chief Jason Feifer.

In Entrepreneur's continuing effort to best understand and evaluate the ever-changing franchise marketplace, the company's 44-year-old ranking formula also continues to evolve. The editorial team researches and assesses several factors that go into the evaluation, including costs and fees, size and growth, support, brand strength, and financial …

HomeWell Franchising Elevates Owner Training with LaunchWell

January 19, 2024 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // Burkburnett, Texas - HomeWell Franchising continues to raise the bar for learning with the introduction of LaunchWell this January. LaunchWell marks a significant milestone in the evolution of HomeWell’s training.

“LaunchWell builds upon the foundation laid by Learning Lab’s courses by bringing more depth and context,” said Michelle Cone, Senior Vice President of HomeWell’s Training and Brand programs. “It’s a critical component of our new LMS, integrating practical, real-world applications and allowing for a more engaging experience. It also provides clear direction for each owner in their journey, preparing those new for the challenges they’ll face in their day-to-day while meeting the ongoing education needs of those who have been in our system for years.”

Cone explains that LaunchWell replaces HomeWell’s previous operations training, moving away from live lecture-style sessions toward a more flexible an…

HomeWell Care Services Owner Wins Franchise Business Review’s Rockstar Award

July 11, 2023 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // Colorado Springs, Colorado - Tracie Dominguez, Owner of HomeWell Care Services in Colorado Springs, was recently selected from franchisees representing franchise brands to be recognized as a “Franchise Rockstar” by Franchise Business Review. As a military veteran, Dominguez received the award in the ‘Veterans’ category for her commitment to serving fellow veterans in her community, along with her agency’s outstanding performance in the past year.

“I am incredibly honored and humbled to win this award,” said Dominguez. “Upon hearing the news, I remember a flood of emotions hitting me. I thought of my parents, husband, daughters - everyone who poured into HomeWell to contribute to its success. I am so grateful to them and feel so blessed to see all the long days, hard work and commitment to our mission being recognized.”

Leading up to Dominguez’s reception of the award, Stu Blaze, her Franchise Business Consulta…

HomeWell Franchising Welcomes New Director of Client Services & Program Development

April 14, 2023 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // Burkburnett, TX - HomeWell Franchising Inc., the franchisor of HomeWell Care Services, a non-medical in-home care provider, recently welcomed Kara Holbert, a newcomer to the franchise, to serve in HomeWell’s new role as the Director of Client Services & Program Development.

“Kara Holbert will be instrumental for our franchise,” says Crystal Franz, CEO of HomeWell Franchising. “With demand for home care at an all-time high and predicted only to increase, it’s clear that the future of healthcare is in the home. As we prepare for what’s ahead, she will help equip our owners with the specialized support and training they need to deliver care that meet the needs of our growing and diverse consumer population.”

As the Director of Client Services & Program Development, Holbert is responsible for producing operational resources that enhance service delivery to clients and ult…

HomeWell Care Services Agencies Win Home Care Awards for 2023

February 14, 2023 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // Burkburnett, TX - HomeWell Care Services agencies earned 2023 Best of Home Care awards from Home Care Pulse.

The awards recognized several HomeWell Care Services agencies as best-in-class home care providers and employers. Three HomeWell locations, including Worthington, Ohio, Cedar Park, Texas, and Hackensack, New Jersey, received the highest award given by Home Care Pulse.

“At HCP, our mission is to help home care businesses create an experience that goes beyond client and caregiver expectations,” says Todd Austin, President of HCP. “When we see agencies like these at HomeWell Care Services that have so effectively provided outstanding care and employment experiences, we know we’re on the right track. HomeWell has worked extremely hard to prioritize high-quality care and employment, and their work hasn’t gone unnoticed. This award allows them to show proof of quality to pote…

HomeWell Franchising Welcomes Doug Geoga

BURKBURNETT, TEXAS // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // - January 31, 2023 - HomeWell Franchising Inc., the franchisor of HomeWell Care Services announced today that an affiliate of Doug Geoga has become a shareholder of the company, and Geoga has joined its Board of Directors. He joins HomeWell’s Board Chairman, Bruce Haase, as a key investors. Haase and Geoga previously worked together at Extended Stay America hotels, where Haase served as CEO and Geoga as Board Chairman.

“We welcome Doug Geoga’s franchising expertise and commitment to the HomeWell brand,” said Crystal Franz, CEO of HomeWell Franchising Inc. “The experience that both Bruce Haase and Doug Geoga bring will help ensure we stay on course and realize HomeWell’s full potential in the non-medical home care industry.”

Geoga comes to HomeWell with more than three decades of leadership experience in the hospitality industry, including a substantial franchising background. During his 23-year career wit…

HomeWell Caregiver Recognized as 2022 HomeCare Hero by HomeCare Magazine

November 28, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // Strafford, Texas - Tania Manrresa’s story is a familiar one for many immigrants to the United States reports HomeCare Magazine. In her native country of Cuba, she was a highly qualified nurse working a hospital setting—however, the government of Cuba refused to release her credentials when she emigrated almost 20 years ago, so she could not pursue patient care in the medical setting.

For a time, she worked as a dog sitter to make ends meet, but then she found her place in homecare, eventually landing at a HomeWell Care Services franchise in Stafford, Texas.

Vaishali Nileshwar, owner of the Stafford franchise, reached out to Manrresa in early 2021, she said.

“I have a couple of months not taking on any additional patients following the death of a patient,” she said. “But she is still drawing a wage. It was a good decision to work with Vaishali.”

Manrresa sai…

HomeWell Franchising, Inc.® Joins Inc. 5000 for Second Consecutive Year

Burkburnett, Texas // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // - HomeWell Care Services, franchised through its parent company, HomeWell Franchising Inc., joined Inc. Magazine’s prestigious Inc. 5000 ranking list for its second year in a row. The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent small businesses.

Crystal Franz, CEO of HomeWell Franchising, Inc.

“I believe this recognition speaks again to the caliber of all who wear the HomeWell brand. It’s the commitment of our franchise owners and operations managers who go above and beyond to ensure their agencies provide the highest quality of care. It’s the result of our compassionate caregivers—the lifeblood of our organization. They serve on the front lines and strive daily to safeguard our clients and help them lead healthy and happy lives at home. Together, we provide the best-in-class care and enrich and protect the lives of …

HomeWell Care Services Testimonials

The HomeWell franchise community is a great group of people that have open discussion, work to help one another, and maintain a healthy amount of friendly competition. I am glad to be a part of this group. Josh F. The leadership of HomeWell - they’re there for you - 24 hours a day. You can call them, and they’ll get back with you. You’re not alone. Tim Spaulding (Portland, OR) The ongoing support [from the HomeWell corporate office] has tripled our hours per week. Becca Kissner (Westmoreland, PA) I was looking for a franchise that wasn’t cookie cutter and doing things like everyone else. HomeWell has strong brand programs like LEAP (Life Enrichment Activities Program) that really sell people. I have several stories of how this program has changed lives. I was also looking for a team of people that are like family and always willing to help. HomeWell is a great family where everyone helps each other. Karen Heyse (Tucson, AZ)

HomeWell Care Services Sees Rapid Growth, National Recognition in 2021

Leading in-home care provider ends 2021 with over 50 U.S. locations representing 100 territories, anticipates record-setting results and national expansion in 2022.

HomeWell Care Services, a leading national provider of non-medical in-home care, expects rapid growth in 2022 based on record-setting results in 2021, in which the company and its brand earned widespread industry recognition.

Known for its innovative care programs that promote healthier and happier living wherever clients call home, HomeWell is poised to bring its services to new territories nationwide through its growing community of committed, engaged franchisees.

“Our achievements in 2021 have put us on a trajectory for remarkable growth in 2022,” says Crystal Franz, CEO.

“The non-medical home care industry is growing fast, fulfills an urgent need, and has proven exceptionally valuable throughout the pandemic. HomeWell’s distinctive brand programs, exper…

HomeWell Care Services Launches In-Home Palliative Care Support and Hospice Care Support Programs

Local HomeWell agencies will support palliative and hospice care teams with specialized in-home care and companionship that enhances quality of life for clients and their families.

HomeWell Care Services, one of the nation’s leading non-medical in-home care providers, has launched the Palliative Care Support and Hospice Care Support programs to programs offer clients a personalized schedule of in-home care and companionship that complements their palliative or hospice care plan, relieves family members from the demands of caregiving, and gives clients and families the peace of mind needed to focus on quality time together.

Increasingly, adults facing serious or life-threatening diseases are choosing to receive palliative and hospice treatment at home.

HomeWell’s new programs are expertly designed for clients who make this choice, which requires support that many families can’t provide on their own. Both programs include a…

HomeWell Care Services Joins the Inc. 5000 List of the Fastest-Growing Private Companies

HomeWell Care Services has joined the Inc. 5000: the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies.

The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent small businesses.

HomeWell Care Services, franchised through its parent company, HomeWell Franchising Inc., provides trusted, quality home care, while providing franchisees with a means to successful business ownership.

The company’s flexible care options include expertly developed special programs that enrich the lives of clients, including its foundational Life Enrichment Activities Program (LEAP) created to combat social isolation and loneliness. HomeWell is expanding strategically across the U.S. and expects to have more than 100 HomeWell Care Services franchises by 2023.

“We are extremely excited to make our debut on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest growing companies in the USA,” said…