ComForcare Home Care
ComForCare Home Care franchises offer personal care services and on-site community care to individuals of all ages, with options to expand into private duty nursing services. Known for enabling aging in place, this home care franchise operates in the senior care and health services industry.
ComForcare Home Care franchise FAQ
How much does it cost to open one — the total initial investment?
The total initial investment necessary to open a single ComForCare Home Care Standard Offering franchised business ranges from $102,475 to $163,925. This includes $60,794 that must be paid to the franchisor or its affiliate(s). [p.1]
What is the initial franchise fee?
The initial franchise fee varies based on whether it's a new purchase or a conversion. For new purchases, if you are buying an existing franchise (whether a Standard Offering or Reduced Initial Fee Offering), the initial fee is $20,000 for each additional franchise purchased [p.22]. This fee is deemed fully earned and nonrefundable upon payment. For conversions, the fee can be reduced or waived based on certain factors, but it is also considered fully earned and nonrefundable once paid [p.22].
What are the ongoing royalty and advertising fees?
The ongoing royalty fee ranges from 6% to 7% of your Gross Sales, or certain minimum fees if those are greater, depending on the month of operation [p.20]. Additionally, you must make mandatory minimum payments regardless of sales levels, with failure to pay potentially leading to termination of the franchise agreement and loss of investment [p.5].
How long is the initial franchise agreement, and can I renew it?
The initial franchise agreement's term length isn't specified in these excerpts. Additionally, while the process for renewing a franchise is mentioned [p.227], the exact duration of the initial agreement or specific terms of renewal are not detailed here.
Can I sell or transfer my franchise, and what does that require?
According to the FDD, you can sell or transfer your franchise, but the new owner must enter into the current standard franchise agreement [p.180]. Additionally, there are restrictions on switching to lower royalty rates upon transfer [p.162], and good cause may be required for transferring ownership [p.6(g)].
On what grounds can the franchisor terminate the agreement?
The franchisor can terminate the agreement on various grounds including failure by the franchisee to comply with the terms of the franchise agreement and not curing such failures within a reasonable time [p.6]. Additionally, under certain state laws like Virginia's Retail Franchising Act, termination must be for 'reasonable cause' as defined by law [p.231]. For franchises subject to Minnesota Franchise Law, specific grounds include voluntary abandonment of the franchise relationship, conviction of an offense related to the business, or failure to cure a default that materially impairs goodwill [p.223].
What financial requirements — net worth and liquid capital — do I need to qualify?
This isn't specified in the excerpts. The FDD focuses on working capital funds needed to start the business, but it does not detail specific net worth or liquid capital requirements for qualification as a franchisee.
Do I get an exclusive or protected territory?
No, you do not receive an exclusive territory. Your protected territory is only guaranteed from the franchisor locating another franchise or company-owned location within its geography and providing Approved Services under the ComForCare Home Care mark for clients within your territory. [p.55]
What training and ongoing support does the franchisor provide?
The franchisor provides initial training under supervision of Rebecca Bouchard and Tiffany Robinson, and offers ongoing support and training for existing franchisees. This includes Phase Two Training, which must be attended by the owner and relevant staff members after completing Phase One Training. Ongoing support also covers HelpDesk ticket management, specific graphic design, content creation, website updates, and technology improvements. [p.48, p.49]
How many franchised outlets are there, and how many have closed or been terminated?
As of December 31, 2025, there were 270 open outlets in the system, with 220 included in Table A. This number does not specify how many outlets have closed or been terminated; it only provides information on the current status of outlets. [p.66]
Does the franchisor share any financial performance or earnings information?
The franchisor does not make any financial performance representations except for the one specified in Item 19 of the FDD. Additionally, they do not authorize their employees or representatives to make such representations either orally or in writing [p.70]. However, if you are purchasing an existing outlet, they may provide actual records from that outlet [p.70].
What am I restricted to selling, and where must I buy supplies?
You must sell only those products and services that the franchisor has expressly approved. You cannot offer unapproved products or services [p.39]. For supplies, you may have to purchase or lease items from a limited group of suppliers designated by the franchisor, though this is not required for all goods and services [p.4, p.39]. The franchisor must approve these suppliers based on certain criteria [p.39], and there are no officers of the franchisor who own any interest in these approved suppliers or make them the approved supplier for any products or services [p.62].