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ComForCare | How to Shift into a Rewarding Career in Home Care Franchising

Powered by FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com - Recently, Americans have been reconsidering their work-life balance and feeling inspired to chase their entrepreneurial dreams. Whether you work in medicine, business, teaching, hospitality, or anything in between, now is the perfect time to make a change. If you’re considering a career shift but aren’t sure where to start, a home care franchise could be the just opportunity you’re waiting for.

Many budding entrepreneurs are choosing to start their own home care businesses. As more than 10,000 people turn 65 every day in the U.S., the need for in-home support is escalating rapidly. Home care franchise owners have the opportunity to fill that great community need while also building a rewarding life for themselves.

The process of making this kind of change may seem intimidating, but there are plenty of ways to prepare. Let’s talk about what you can expect as you take your first steps toward a meaningful new car…

ComForCare | 5 Questions to Ask Before Investing in a Home Care Franchise

Powered by FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com - Here’s a fact: North America’s population is rapidly getting older, and most of today’s senior citizens want to age in place—that is, continue living in their homes instead of moving to assisted living or retirement communities. But right now, the number of home care options available is not enough to handle the demand. That makes home care one of the best franchise opportunities for budding entrepreneurs.

Knowing this, you may be interested in owning your own home care franchise. Franchising is an incredible place to start—you get the benefits of a proven business model, training and support, and brand recognition from the very beginning. However, not all home care franchises are alike. Before you invest, make sure to ask potential franchisors these important questions.

Do You Provide Ongoing Training and Business Support?

Just about any home care franchise will provide some form of training for…

ComForCare Ranked Among Top Franchises In Entrepreneur’s Highly Competitive Franchise 500®

January 11, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // TROY, MI - ComForCare, a franchised provider of in-home caregiving services, was recognized as one of the top 500 franchises in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500®, the world’s first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking. The 43rd annual Entrepreneur Franchise 500® is a highly sought-after honor in the franchise industry. Recognized as an invaluable resource for potential franchisees, the 2022 Franchise 500® ranks ComForCare as 311 for its outstanding performance in areas including unit growth, financial strength and stability, and brand power.

Over its 43 years in existence, the Franchise 500® has become both a dominant competitive measure for franchisors and a primary research tool for potential franchisees.

“It’s an immense honor to be included on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 list,” said J.J Sorrenti, CEO of Best Life Brands, parent company to ComForCare and At Your Side …

ComForCare/At Your Side Home Care Named a Certified 2022 Great Place to Work in the United States and Canada

92% of employees in America and 82% of employees in Canada agreed that ComForCare/At Your Side Home Care is a great place to work

May 24, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // TROY, MI - ComForCare has recently received the honor of being named one of the 2022 Best Workplaces™ by Great Place To Work® in both the United States and Canada. This marks the second consecutive year ComForCare has earned this prestigious certification.

This award confirms the positive workplace culture ComForCare/At Your Side franchisees have cultivated, as well as the brand’s emphasis on helping others live their best lives.

“It’s an immense honor to be certified on the 2022 Best Workplaces in both the U.S. and Canada,” said J.J. Sorrenti, CEO of Best Life Brands, parent company to ComForCare/At Your Side Home Care. “Our franchisees put a great deal of effort toward caregiver satisfaction, which leads to increased loyalty and client peace of mind…

ComForCare/At Your Side Home Care Named a Fortune Certified 2022 Great Place to Work for Millennials By Fortune Magazine

ComForCare/At Your Side Ranked #74 on Fortune Magazine’s Annual List

July 20, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // TROY, MI - ComForCare, a franchised provider of in-home caregiving services, has recently been named one of the 2022 Best Workplaces for Millennials™ by Fortune Magazine®. This marks the second consecutive year ComForCare has earned a place on this prestigious list. ComForCare ranked #74 on the list of 100, moving up from their previous position of #94 on last year’s listing.

“We are incredibly honored to once again be named as a best workplace for millennials,” said J.J. Sorrenti, CEO of Best Life Brands, parent company to ComForCare/At Your Side Home Care. “Our franchisees and caregivers are the lifeblood of our business, and it’s important to us that they truly enjoy the crucial work they do and have every tool they need to succeed. Earning a place on this prestigious list for the second year in a row validate…

SYNERGY Homecare Fortifies Leadership Team With Addition Of Louwana Ball As Vice President Of Operations

July 20, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // Gilbert, Ariz. - SYNERGY HomeCare today announced that proven franchise leader Louwana Ball has joined the organization as Vice President of Operations. A part of the organization’s senior management team, Ball will report to Chief Executive Officer Charlie Young and play a key role in accelerating the franchise system’s growth.

Ball brings more than 15 years of progressive company and franchise operations experience to the SYNERGY HomeCare team. In her most recent role with Regis Corporation, a large national franchisor of hair care brands such as Supercuts, Smart Style and Roosters, she served as Associate Vice President of Operations. In that capacity, she led teams supporting more than 6,000 franchise units. Her innovative approaches to implementing new programs, platforms and technologies have resulted in high adoption and utilization among franchise partners.

The addition of Ball comes at a critical …

LIME Painting Named to Franchise Business Review’s 2022 Culture100 List

July 20, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // DENVER, Colo. - LIME Painting was recently named to Franchise Business Review’s third annual “Culture100” list. The list recognizes the top 100 franchise brands in a 2022 report on the Best Franchise Cultures.

LIME Painting is a painting franchise company in the United States and provides high-quality interior and exterior painting, coating, and over 40 other restoration services. From a standard repaint to a paint job that’s heavily distressed, LIME Painting is prepared and qualified to take on the task. The brand has expanded throughout the United States since 2013.

Franchise Business Review, a franchise market research firm that performs independent surveys of franchisee satisfaction, provides the only rankings of franchises based solely on actual franchisee satisfaction and performance. Franchise Business Review publishes its rankings of top franchises in its annual Gu…

Caring Transitions Announces Partnership with WorthPoint Corporation

WorthPoint Corporation to assist with analyzing the value of antiques and collectibles

CINCINNATI, OHIO // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // July 20, 2022 - Caring Transitions is excited to announce its new partnership with WorthPoint Corporation. WorthPoint Corporation is an online resource for researching, valuing, and preserving antiques, arts, and collectibles.

This unique partnership will help Caring Transitions determine the true market value for items sold on the company’s innovative estate sales website, CTBIDS.

“The goal of our partnership with WorthPoint Corporation is to enrich our buyers and sellers by helping our clients set a fair market price for their precious items, whether it’s a furniture set or beloved jewelry,” said Caring Transitions Marketing Director, Tiffiny Lutz. “We are thrilled to collaborate with an amazing brand that shares our passion for history, research, and helping people in need.”

Caring Transitions is a franchi…

PODS® Announces Four Key Additions to Executive Leadership Team

Susan Jacobs joins company as Chief Marketing Officer; Opal Perry is named Chief Strategy and Digital Business Development Officer; Salvador Salazar is named Senior Vice President of Sales and Service; Rich Schwartz is now Senior Vice President of Corporate Operations

October 15, 2021 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // CLEARWATER, Fla. - PODS Enterprises, LLC, a portable moving and storage solution, is pleased to announce the appointment of Susan Jacobs to the role of Chief Marketing Officer, Opal Perry as Chief Strategy and Digital Business Development Officer, Salvador “Sal” Salazar as Senior Vice President of Sales and Service, and Rich Schwartz as Senior Vice President of Corporate Operations. Accomplished and seasoned leaders in their respective fields, Jacobs will spearhead all aspects of PODS’ marketing organization, Perry will drive numerous digital transformation and strategic growth initiatives, Salazar will lead best-in-class practices overseeing sal…

PODS® Announces Winners of 11th Annual Truck Driving Championship

Company's finest drivers from across the U.S. and Canada showcased their skills at Tampa event

March 14, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // CLEARWATER, Fla. - PODS Enterprises, LLC, a portable moving and storage solutions, hosted its 11th annual PODS Truck Driving Championship over the weekend. The event, which took place at the Florida State Fairgrounds, celebrates the exceptional level of safety and skill that customers around the country and internationally have come to trust from PODS and its drivers.

This year’s event, held between March 4 and 5, saw 33 of PODS’ top-ranked drivers from five U.S. regions and Canada compete in a two-part series of events to demonstrate the skills and abilities necessary to perform safe, efficient, and consistent PODS container deliveries and pickups. Drivers navigated an obstacle course, completed difficult road skill tests, and maneuvered containers into tight spaces using PODZILLA®, PODS’ level container lifting equip…

PODS® and Utility Concierge Partner to Provide Customers a More Convenient Moving Experience

Partnership will offer Utility Concierge customers access to PODS’ moving and storage solutions, including special discounts

July 21, 2022 // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // CLEARWATER, Fla. - PODS Enterprises, LLC and Utility Concierge are pleased to announce a nationwide partnership. This new partnership will connect Utility Concierge customers to PODS’ moving and storage solutions and special discounts.

Utility Concierge provides customers with a personal concierge who identifies the best options for home services, including internet, satellite and cable TV, home security, and city utilities and electricity. Utility Concierge then schedules installations so customers can focus on other parts of their move. While Utility Concierge covers getting customers settled with their new home services, PODS can expertly assist with their moving and storage needs. Both companies work to provide a great moving experience and a sense of control in what often feels like…

Caring Transitions of Campbell, California Brings Much-Needed Services to Silicon Valley Region

Enthusiastic Husband-and-Wife Duo Eager to Help Local Families

CAMPBELL, CALIF. // FranchiseMarketingSolutions.com // July 13, 2022 - Caring Transitions continues to expand its compassionate reach across the nation with its latest location. Caring Transitions of Campbell in Northern California is family-owned and operated by husband-and-wife team Scott and Rebecca Hasbrook. The Hasbrook’s territory includes Campbell, the Northeast Los Gatos area, and parts of San Jose.

Caring Transitions is a franchise designed to minimize stress by utilizing specially trained professionals to oversee every detail of a senior’s transition with compassion, including decluttering, organizing, packing, move management, unpacking, resettling, and cleanouts. The company also manages both in-home and online estate sales. The online estate sales are hosted on CTBIDS, the brand’s widely popular auction platform, which can support its clients in liquidating unique and everyday treasures…