The average age of
citizens in American cities is rising. This fact has inspired people to open
businesses geared towards an aging population. Most seniors live in their own
homes which can be excellent for their health, but also good for the
entrepreneur who has a heart for older people. Now might be the perfect time to
consider opening a non medical home care franchise.
What is a Franchise?
A large company will
sometimes sell to business owners the right to use their name, slogan, and logo
to operate their own business. In this arrangement, the original company
regards the franchise as independently owned and operated. Many home care
facilities are organized as franchises.
With home care
businesses, the owner earns money by providing non-medical home care. They also
help consumers find accredited, high-quality assisted living.
Support for the
Franchise
You won't be on your
own if you work with a strong home care organization - one that supports its
team of franchise owners. There will be support from headquarters and from a
local branch as well. They help prepare new branch owners for licensing and assist
in finding training programs for staff.
Hiring the Right
People
Various levels of
training and certification are required by employees. Some just need a first
aid certificate and screening for a criminal record. For a non-medical
caregiver, compassion and patience are more important than a degree. Skilled
caregivers must be compassionate and have obtained some nursing qualifications.
Keeping Good Care
Givers
Your in home care
franchise will do well with excellent people representing
you, but the turnover rate in this industry is extreme. Caregivers are left to
deal with traumatic situations but not given enough training and support to
grow professionally or to cope. Clients are sometimes injured in the presence
of the home care worker. Death is a reality when one's clients are elderly.
Emergencies occur even when safe guards are in place. A non-medical employee wants
to feel confident helping a client who is seriously injured in his home.
With support from
head office, franchisees know where to access programs to upgrade and maintain
employees' skills. This way, they never feel overwhelmed by situations or
fearful about handling emergencies.
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