NURSE NEXT DOOR
Nurse Next Door franchises provide non-medical care and skilled nursing services to clients in their homes, including respite care, personal support, companionship, meal preparation, light homemaking, transportation, medication management, dementia care, and general nursing. Franchisees may also offer supplemental healthcare staffing to institutional clients such as hospitals, retirement facilities, and clinics, as well as services funded by government programs like the Department of Veterans Affairs. The business model involves operating under the Nurse Next Door system with required licensing, staffing by registered nurses, and customized care plans targeting individuals needing in-home care to maintain independence.
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
5% royalty + 1% General Brand Fund + greater of 7% Gross Sales or $300/mo Care Services Center fee + $600/mo Technology Maintenance Fee (includes base licenses; additional user fees apply)
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 35 franchised territories in operation twelve (12) months or longer as of September 30, 2025, with data reflecting Gross Sales from their first twelve months of operation.
* The financial figures represent Gross Sales for franchised territories during their first 12 months of operation. The document explicitly states that these figures do not reflect costs of sales, operating expenses, or other costs/expenses required to obtain net income or profit, hence profit-related fields are set to null.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How NURSE NEXT DOOR Compares to Other Senior Care Franchises
Key Insights
- Lower than average SBA loan default rate in Senior Care
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NURSE NEXT DOOR Current | $119K - $217K | $72K | 5.0% | 71 |
| SYNERGY HOME CARE | $78K - $159K | $53K | 5.0% | 550 |
| SENIOR HELPERS | $149K - $221K | $55K | 5.0% | 355 |
| ALWAYS BEST CARE SENIOR SERVICES | $90K - $146K | $50K | 6.0% | 275 |
| COMFORCARE HOME CARE | $73K - $164K | $59K | 5.0% | 248 |
| FIRSTLIGHT HOME CARE | $127K - $219K | $50K | 5.0% | 238 |
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 (2025)
Outlets by state across the United States
+9 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for NURSE NEXT DOOR franchisees (2013 - 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)
One arbitration involving breach of franchise agreement, termination, non-compete violations, and unpaid fees (with franchisee counterclaims); one ongoing arbitration alleging FDD misrepresentations and fraudulent inducement (with franchisor counterclaims for breach).
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 NURSE NEXT DOOR franchise?
The total initial investment to open a NURSE NEXT DOOR franchise ranges from $119,286 to $217,210. This includes a franchise fee of $72,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 5.0% of gross sales.
How much revenue does a NURSE NEXT DOOR franchise make?
According to the 2026 FDD, the average gross revenue for a NURSE NEXT DOOR franchise is $221,375. The median revenue is $139,239.
How many NURSE NEXT DOOR franchise locations are there?
As of the 2026 FDD, NURSE NEXT DOOR has 71 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2010.
Can you get an SBA loan for a NURSE NEXT DOOR franchise?
Yes, SBA loans are available for NURSE NEXT DOOR franchises. Historical data shows 56 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for NURSE NEXT DOOR franchisees, with an average loan amount of $171,498. The historical default rate is 19.6%.
Is NURSE NEXT DOOR a good franchise to buy?
NURSE NEXT DOOR shows several positive indicators: transparent financial performance data (Item 19). 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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