Sarah Adult Day Services vs Keepsake Companions Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Sarah Adult Day Services Franchise
Keepsake Companions Franchise
Investment $261,000 - $280,000$57,671 - $116,521
Franchise Fee $34,900$33,721
Royalty Fee 10%5%
Advertising Fee -2%
Year Founded 19852009
Year Franchised 20002012
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements

 
Sarah Adult Day Services Franchise
Keepsake Companions 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.

Experience in providing care and in running a business will be extremely helpful. Also, we feel these skills will be very advantageous to a franchisee.  Compassion for seniors, and people in general. An entrepreneurial mindset. A desire to serve others and your community. Being comfortable with people and a good communicator. Willing to sell.


Financing Options

 
Sarah Adult Day Services Franchise
Keepsake Companions 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
Keepsake Companions 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)

absentee or part time owner? NO


Expansion Plans

 
Sarah Adult Day Services Franchise
Keepsake Companions Franchise
US Expansion YesYes
Canada Expansion No-
International Expansion No-

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 Keepsake Companions

Husband and wife team, Kristen and Henri Chazaud, founded Keepsake Companions in 2009 to "improve lives, one household at a time." The start up costs of $33,721 includes systems, training and support in a number of areas that include:  Office operations, hiring and scheduling. Pre-Opening guide, and trainings in San Diego and on site. A "Keepsake Coach" to guide you for the first three months. Daily operations manual and employee handbook.Keepsake Companion development and client care systems. "Culinary Companion" development. Marketing strategy, collateral materials and personal website.

Veteran Incentives  25% off franchise fee