Senior Care Franchise opportunities to start in Fleet
What to consider when starting a business in Fleet
Would you like to run your own business? Fleet, located in the South West, could be a good place to start. There are many brands currently recruiting franchisees in the Dorset area. Franchising gives you the opportunity to manage your own business while benefitting from the support of an established brand. Why not have a browse through our range of new business investment options? There are opportunities to suit many needs and career goals.
A recent census found that 376,000 people live in Dorset. The most prevalent age group in the population falls in the 60+ age bracket. The local unemployment rate of 2.6% is very low compared to the national average of 4%. The local labour force consists of 157,200 people, making up 77.8% of the population. Across the United Kingdom, the average gross income is £30,629. In the Dorset area, it amounts to £27,043.
Franchising options in the Senior Care sector
If the idea of running a business in the Senior Care sector appeals to you, take a look at the 12 brands currently recruiting franchisees in the sector. You will find many business opportunities in the Personal & Home Care Services sector, including those in the Senior Care sector. Other possibilities include two Wedding franchises, five Gardening & Lawn Care franchises, 19 Care franchises, three Plumbing franchises and nine Preschool franchises. The perfect business to suit your career goals and aspirations might just be among them. If you would like to work in the Health Care sector, it may interest you to know that, in the Dorset area, 23,000 people currently work in the industry.
Take a look at three franchise business examples
If working in the Senior Care sector appeals to you, check out Seniors Helping Seniors. The brand operates in 300 franchise locations which make up a well-established business network. Good to know: you won't need any premises as you can work from home.
SylvianCare is an interesting investment opportunity in the Senior Care sector. The brand is growing, with three outlets currently in operation, and a desire to expand further. This business opportunity requires an initial investment of £62,500. You could get a loan to help cover startup costs, in which case your personal investment will usually need to cover 30 to 50% of the total investment. SylvianCare requires a minimum personal investment of £30,000. Due to the higher startup costs, this option is not advisable for first-time franchisees.
Finally, Home Instead is another interesting brand operating in the Senior Care sector. The first franchise opened in 2005. Home Instead has gained valuable experience in the field in its 15 years since first opening. You will need an initial investment of £90,000 to start your own Home Instead business. Your personal investment should account for at least £30,000 of the total amount. You may want to think about getting a loan to open a business in this sector. Given these higher startup costs, this opportunity is less suitable for first-time franchisees.
Eager to read more about business opportunities in the Senior Care sector? Explore our 12 available options. At Point Franchise, we have 236 franchising opportunities available, giving you plenty to choose from in other sectors as well.
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