Senior Helpers vs Keepsake Companions Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Senior Helpers Franchise
Keepsake Companions Franchise
Investment $109,300 - $179,750$57,671 - $116,521
Franchise Fee $49,500$33,721
Royalty Fee 5%5%
Advertising Fee 1%2%
Year Founded 20012009
Year Franchised 20052012
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Renewal Fee --


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

    • 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
     
    Senior Helpers Franchise
    Keepsake Companions 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
    Keepsake Companions 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

    absentee or part time owner? NO

    Expansion Plans
     
    Senior Helpers Franchise
    Keepsake Companions Franchise
    US Expansion YesYes
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion Yes-

    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 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