ALWAYS BEST CARE SENIOR SERVICES
Always Best Care Senior Services franchises operate businesses providing non-medical in-home personal care, optional skilled in-home nursing services, and senior living/assisted living/residential care referral services using a proprietary system and trademarks like 'Always Best Care Senior Services.' The business model involves unit franchises in assigned areas, serving clients primarily aged 60 and older, their families, and caregivers to support independent living. Franchisees must comply with applicable health care licensing and regulations, with competition from other home care and referral providers.
Disclaimer: This information was extracted using AI from public Franchise Disclosure Documents and should be independently verified. This is not financial or legal advice. Always review official FDD filings before making investment decisions.
Overview
Financial Requirements
6% royalty + 2% ad fund + $175/mo technology fee
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 66 multi-unit franchised businesses operating 2 or more assigned areas that were continuously open and operating for the entire 2023 and 2024 calendar years.
* Financial performance data is provided in Item 19. The most detailed per-unit revenue data is found in the 'Multi-Unit Franchisees' table on Page 5. This table presents data for 66 multi-unit franchised businesses, segmented by 2024 Annual Revenue. Calculated weighted average gross revenue for the 66 Multi-Unit Franchisees: - (5 units * $12,903,062 [Average Revenue for 'Over $10,000,000' category] + 61 units * $2,969,376 [Average Revenue for 'Under $10,000,000' category]) / (5 + 61 total units) = $3,721,927.97. Median gross revenue: As no single overall median was provided for all 66 units, the median of the largest segment ('Under $10,000,000' category with 61 units) was used as a proxy, which is $2,619,943. Revenue top quartile: Taken as the average revenue of the top-performing segment, 'Over $10,000,000', which is $12,903,062. Revenue bottom quartile: Taken as the average revenue of the bottom-performing segment, 'Under $10,000,000', which is $2,969,376. No information regarding gross profit, net income, net profit, EBITDA, or expense data was provided in the document to calculate profit metrics.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How ALWAYS BEST CARE SENIOR SERVICES Compares to Other Senior Care Franchises
Key Insights
- #3 largest franchise system in Senior Care
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
ALWAYS BEST CARE SENIOR SERVICES Current | $90K - $146K | $50K | 6.0% | 275 |
| SYNERGY HOME CARE | $78K - $159K | $53K | 5.0% | 550 |
| SENIOR HELPERS | $149K - $221K | $55K | 5.0% | 355 |
| COMFORCARE HOME CARE | $73K - $164K | $59K | 5.0% | 248 |
| FIRSTLIGHT HOME CARE | $127K - $219K | $50K | 5.0% | 238 |
| COMFORCARE, COMFORCARE HOME CARE | $73K - $164K | $59K | 5.0% | 228 |
Senior Care Average 43 franchises | $159K - $338K | $62K | 5.7% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 43 Senior Care franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2024)
Outlets by state across the United States
+20 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for ALWAYS BEST CARE SENIOR SERVICES franchisees (2014 - 2025)
Loans by Year
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
Primarily wrongful termination disputes and breach of Area Representative Agreements involving failure to spend fees on franchisees, inadequate training, and advertising fund accounting. All settled.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a ALWAYS BEST CARE SENIOR SERVICES franchise?
The total initial investment to open a ALWAYS BEST CARE SENIOR SERVICES franchise ranges from $89,725 to $145,900. This includes a franchise fee of $49,900. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.
How much revenue does a ALWAYS BEST CARE SENIOR SERVICES franchise make?
According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a ALWAYS BEST CARE SENIOR SERVICES franchise is $3,721,927.97. The median revenue is $2,619,943.
How many ALWAYS BEST CARE SENIOR SERVICES franchise locations are there?
As of the 2025 FDD, ALWAYS BEST CARE SENIOR SERVICES has 275 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2007.
Can you get an SBA loan for a ALWAYS BEST CARE SENIOR SERVICES franchise?
Yes, SBA loans are available for ALWAYS BEST CARE SENIOR SERVICES franchises. Historical data shows 43 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for ALWAYS BEST CARE SENIOR SERVICES franchisees, with an average loan amount of $289,291. The historical default rate is 2.3%.
Is ALWAYS BEST CARE SENIOR SERVICES a good franchise to buy?
ALWAYS BEST CARE SENIOR SERVICES shows several positive indicators: established brand with 275+ locations, transparent financial performance data (Item 19), low SBA loan default rate. However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.
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