In today's episode, we have an exceptional guest joining us, Sarah Van Aken, the Vice President of Franchise Development with BrandONE. Sarah provides an in-depth look into franchising within the home care industry. She shares her journey, the role of BrandONE in supporting emerging franchise brands, and the unique dynamics of the home care market.

We delve into what makes a successful franchisee, the demand for home care services across various regions, and how licensing and compliance impact prospective business owners.

Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, Sarah's expertise offers valuable insights into growing a purposeful and profitable home care business.

Timestamps

00:00 Supporting franchise recruitment with experienced entrepreneurs.

04:59 BrandONE excels in recruitment, operations, and franchise growth.

07:40 Success in senior care involves meaningful work.

12:24 Franchise offers healthcare entry and evaluates market demand.

14:14 Franchises succeed by adapting to aging demographics.

18:56 Licensing requirements vary greatly for home care.

21:48 Nonmedical and medical home care gap narrowing.

25:16 Overwhelming demand requires diverse eldercare solutions.

Connect with Sarah Van Aken

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-van-aken

Website: https://brandonefd.com/

In today's episode, Lucas Carroll sits down with Jen Chaney, the Vice President of Franchise Development at Right at Home. With a diverse background spanning real estate to franchise development in various sectors, Jen offers rich insights into what makes Right at Home a leading home care franchise.

We'll explore the emotional nuances of the industry, the comprehensive support system Right at Home provides to its franchise owners, and what it takes to succeed in this rewarding field.

Whether you're considering opening a home care business or are curious about franchising models, this episode is packed with actionable advice and firsthand stories that you won't want to miss.

Timestamps

00:00 Transitioning from franchise coffee to the senior care industry.

04:45 Most franchise owners have personal caregiving stories.

08:23 Growing aging Baby Boomer population increases opportunities.

11:09 Franchise owners come from diverse professional backgrounds.

15:56 Transparent expectations for caregiving business ownership challenges

18:30 Continuous support through onboarding and beyond the business opening.

20:30 Most offer non-medical care; few provide specialized nursing.

25:23 Right at Home achieved aggressive growth goals.

26:52 Talk to three existing Right at Home franchisees.

Connect with Jen Chaney

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennychaney

Website: https://www.rightathome.net

Today’s episode, we have a very special guest, Mike Seamon, the VP of Commercial Strategy at Viventium. With his extensive background in New York home care payroll and nearly a decade of experience at Viventium, Mike brings invaluable insights into startup agencies' unique challenges, particularly around licensure and compliance.

We'll discuss how Viventium’s systems are designed to accommodate the licensure timeline, ensuring startups can launch smoothly without unnecessary pressure.

So, whether you're a home care agency owner looking to navigate the complexities of startup operations or simply interested in scaling a home care business, stay tuned as Mike Seamon shares his valuable expertise and strategies for success.

Timestamps

00:00 HR and payroll for post-acute healthcare industries.

06:19 Caregiver forgets to clock in, payment delayed.

07:01 Viventium ensures retroactive pay compliance automatically.

12:07 Challenges in the Home Care startups: seeking payroll solutions.

16:42 Good company helps explain software and caregiver recruitment.

19:09 Job posts get mass exposure via multiple boards.

22:34 Automation enhances applicant engagement and streamlines onboarding processes.

27:23 New agency struggles with licensing and setup delays.

29:34 Licensing process complicates starting a new business.

Connect with Mike Seamon

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-seamon-6675a891/

Website: https://viventium.com/