Senior Helpers vs MEDIchair Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Senior Helpers vs MEDIchair including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Senior Helpers Franchise
MEDIchair Franchise
Investment $109,300 - $179,750$350,000
Franchise Fee $49,500$50,000
Royalty Fee 5%5% of annual gross sales
Advertising Fee 1%-
Year Founded 20011985
Year Franchised 2005-
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Senior Helpers Franchise
MEDIchair Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
  • Staffing or temp placement skills
    		• -

    Financing Options
     
    Senior Helpers Franchise
    MEDIchair Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees Yes/Yes-/-
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/Yes-/-
    Receivables No/Yes-/-
    Payroll No/Yes-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Senior Helpers Franchise
    MEDIchair Franchise
    Training On-The-Job Training: 50 hours Classroom Training: 69 hours Additional Training: Additional on-site training; computer-based training -
    Support Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform-
    Marketing Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing-
    Operations Absentee Ownership Allowed Number of Employees Required to Run: 3-

    Expansion Plans
     
    Senior Helpers Franchise
    MEDIchair Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion NoNo
    International Expansion YesNo

    Company Overviews

    About Senior Helpers

    Be more than a professional caregiver Join Senior Helpers and help seniors and their families enjoy life to the fullest! Would you like a rewarding and gratifying job as a caregiver where you can make a difference in someone's life? We are currently looking for caring, kind, dependable and personable individuals who desire to provide non-medical, in-home care to the elderly. Tasks include:
    * Companionship and conversation
    * Meal preparation and planning
    * Light housekeeping
    * General assistance
    * Personal care assistance (bathing, dressing & grooming)
    Contact us today to join our team

    The estimated total initial investment necessary to begin operation of a Senior Helpers Home Care Business ranges from $109,300 to $150,800.
    This includes an initial fee of $49,500 that you must pay to the franchisor.
    If you are purchasing a Senior Helpers Franchised Business from an existing franchisee, other than the purchase consideration, the estimated initial investment ranges from $33,700 to $179,750.
    Veteran Incentives  15% off franchise fee
    "Entrepreneur
    #249 in Franchise 500 for 2020.
    #135 in Franchise 500 for 2021.

    About MEDIchair

    MEDIchair, a LifeMark Health Management company, is North America's largest and fastest growing Home Medical Equipment (HME) franchise company with stores coast-to-coast across Canada. MEDIchair stores carry a comprehensive line of products including wheelchairs, scooters, lift chairs, bathroom safety products, home accessibility solutions and soft/disposable personal health care products such as incontinence supplies, wound care, compression and bracing. These specialty products are designed to enhance the quality of life for people experiencing disabilities, injuries, surgeries and aging. MEDIchair prides itself on providing caring, knowledgeable and highly trained consultants committed to finding the right home health care product solution for each customer.