Sarah Adult Day Services vs MEDIchair Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Sarah Adult Day Services Franchise
MEDIchair Franchise
Investment $261,000 - $280,000$350,000
Franchise Fee $34,900$50,000
Royalty Fee 10%5% of annual gross sales
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 19851985
Year Franchised 2000-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements

 
Sarah Adult Day Services Franchise
MEDIchair Franchise
Experience Q:Do I need a health care background to manage the center?
A:No. Some of our most successful franchisees have business, marketing and/or sales backgrounds. Having a formal healthcare background and/or training is not necessary. Prior franchise experience is helpful.

Q:Do I have to be on site to manage the daily operations of my center?
A:No, we will assist you in hiring an Executive Director who will manage the center. You will be expected to have weekly meetings and unannounced visits to your center to ensure your Executive Director is fulfilling their obligations.
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Financing Options

 
Sarah Adult Day Services Franchise
MEDIchair Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees No/Yes-/-
Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
Equipment No/Yes-/-
Inventory No/Yes-/-
Receivables No/Yes-/-
Payroll No/Yes-/-

Training & Support

 
Sarah Adult Day Services Franchise
MEDIchair Franchise
Training --
Support Newsletter, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Field operations/evaluations-
Marketing Ad slicks, National media-
Operations 50% of all franchisees own more than one unit

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 10 - 15

Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (80% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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Expansion Plans

 
Sarah Adult Day Services Franchise
MEDIchair Franchise
US Expansion Yes-
Canada Expansion NoNo
International Expansion NoNo

Company Overviews

About Sarah Adult Day Services

At SarahCare Adult Day Care, we create a vibrant and social community for your senior loved one to enjoy their day while receiving the care and support they need. Because our care is provided in centers with a specially trained staff, we can handle your loved one's complex health-related needs. Family caregivers will have peace of mind knowing their aging parent or senior loved one is spending the day in a safe, fun and socially engaging environment while receiving expert care. For you, we simplify and co-ordinate their care so you can spend time enjoying being with your aging loved one instead of feeling stressed and overwhelmed trying to manage their health. For them, we handle the difficult issues that in-home care and assisted living won't and usually aren't qualified to handle - at a cost that is significantly less than other care options such as assisted living, in-home care and nursing home care.

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.