Build a thriving senior care business with Senior Helpers, the #1 ranked senior care franchise with 410+ successful owners worldwide. Founded in 2002 and recognized by Franchise Business Review for Top Culture, Most Profitable, and highest franchisee satisfaction, Senior Helpers provides proprietary programs, world-class training, and ongoing support to help you succeed!
Senior Helpers Top 5 Reasons to Invest:
- #1 Senior Care franchise on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500
- $1.4M+ average gross revenue after 5+ years of operations
- Proprietary Senior Gems® and LIFE™ Profile programs
- Great Place to Work® Certified 7 consecutive years
- 97% of franchisees likely to recommend the opportunity
Senior Helpers Franchise
Senior Helpers launched in 2002 with a single agency in Baltimore and has grown into one of the most trusted brands in senior care with 410+ franchise owners worldwide. The company delivers compassionate, high-quality in-home care enabling seniors to live independently at home while providing families with peace of mind.
Services span companion care, personal care, and specialized programs for Alzheimer’s, dementia, Parkinson’s, transitional care, surgery assistance, and veterans’ care. Senior Helpers developed proprietary programs that differentiate franchisees from local competitors — including the award-winning Senior Gems® program for memory care and the data-driven LIFE™ Profile that reduces hospitalizations and supports aging in place.
The senior care industry is projected to grow $57 billion between 2021 and 2028. Senior Helpers franchisees tap into this expanding market with a proven business model, protected territories containing minimum 30,000 seniors, and support systems that help new owners open within 8-12 weeks of signing.
Why Own A Senior Helpers Franchise?
Our proven senior care model delivers exceptional results backed by industry-leading recognition and franchisee satisfaction.
- #1 Industry Ranking: Ranked #1 in Senior Care by Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 with consistent recognition as a top franchise brand nationwide.
- Strong Unit Economics: Average gross revenue exceeds $1.4 million after 5+ years of operations. Median revenue for mature units reaches $1.2 million annually.
- Proprietary Programs: Senior Gems® for Alzheimer’s and dementia care plus LIFE™ Profile data-driven assessments give franchisees competitive advantages local competitors cannot replicate.
- Caregiver Recruitment Edge: Great Place to Work® Certified seven consecutive years and named Best Places to Work in Aging Services by Fortune Magazine — making recruitment easier when competitors struggle.
- Exceptional Franchisee Satisfaction: 97% of franchisees likely to recommend the opportunity; 96% enjoy being part of the organization; 95% respect the franchisor.
ABF Exclusive Insights
Market Analysis: The U.S. home care industry is projected to grow $57 billion between 2021 and 2028 as 10,000 baby boomers turn 65 daily. Families increasingly prefer in-home care over institutional settings, driving sustained demand for trusted senior care providers.
Competitive Advantage: Senior Helpers owns proprietary programs no competitor can offer. Senior Gems® — developed by renowned occupational therapist Teepa Snow and recognized by the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America — positions franchisees as memory care specialists. The LIFE™ Profile provides data-driven insights that reduce hospitalizations and demonstrate measurable outcomes to families.
ABF Investment Tip: The Great Place to Work certification solves the industry’s biggest challenge: caregiver recruitment. While competitors struggle with 40%+ turnover, Senior Helpers franchisees attract and retain quality staff more easily. This operational advantage compounds over time as reputation builds.
Training & Support
Senior Helpers ensures franchisees launch confidently with comprehensive training and ongoing support that enables opening within 8-12 weeks.
- 110+ Hours Initial Training: Rigorous classroom instruction in Towson covering licensing, marketing, recruitment, client management, and daily operations — no prior experience required.
- On-Site Launch Support: Hands-on assistance at your location ensures smooth opening and early operational success.
- Senior Helpers University: Access to 1,000+ online courses for continuous learning and staff development throughout your franchise journey.
- Dedicated Operations Manager: Personalized guidance from your assigned expert providing ongoing coaching and business development support.
- Marketing and Lead Generation: Comprehensive support for operations, marketing, sales, and lead generation drives sustainable growth.
Franchise Owners That Thrive
Senior Helpers attracts entrepreneurs from diverse professional backgrounds — marketing, real estate, law enforcement, and beyond — united by passion for helping seniors age in place. No prior home care or healthcare experience is required.
Successful franchisees typically excel in one of two roles: sales-focused owners who concentrate on business growth and client acquisition while hiring operations professionals, or operations-focused owners who manage daily business while employing sales professionals to drive growth.
Strong candidates want to become their own boss, give back to their community, and build a business with strong long-term revenue potential. Protected territories with minimum 30,000 seniors provide substantial client bases for growth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How much does it cost to open a Senior Helpers franchise? A: Total investment ranges from $149,000 to $201,000 including the $55,000 franchise fee. Royalty is 5% with 1% marketing contribution.
Q: What is the revenue potential for a Senior Helpers franchise? A: Average gross revenue exceeds $1.4 million after 5+ years of operations. Median revenue for franchises operating 60+ months is $1,201,968.
Q: Do I need healthcare experience to own a Senior Helpers franchise? A: No. Most franchisees start without senior care experience. The 110+ hours of initial training covers everything needed to operate successfully.
Q: How quickly can I open my Senior Helpers franchise? A: New owners can open within 8-12 weeks of signing their franchise agreement thanks to comprehensive training and launch support.
Q: What makes Senior Helpers different from other senior care franchises? A: Proprietary programs including Senior Gems® for memory care and LIFE™ Profile assessments, plus Great Place to Work certification that eases caregiver recruitment — advantages competitors cannot match.
Next Steps
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Why own a Senior Helpers Franchise? The Senior Helpers franchise system is ahead of the game. Others are following our business model. Senior Helpers starts with helping you find clients.
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“Senior Helpers’ training program gave me great insight and is very thorough. I can’t say enough good things about the training and support from the corporate office and my business consultant!”
“Coming from a management position at K-Mart, I was new to business ownership. Senior Helpers helped me grow my business to a substantial size – and it is still growing!”