Walfinch - The Unexpected Path to a Million-Pound Business: Why Home Care Franchising Could Be Your Smartest Move

You might not expect the home care industry to produce millionaire business owners. But a growing number of UK entrepreneurs are proving that with the right model, the care sector offers not only long-term stability — but the potential for serious financial success.

One of the people leading this shift is Amrit Dhaliwal, founder and CEO of Walfinch, a home care franchise that's helping newcomers build thriving businesses in record time.

Launched in 2019, Walfinch was created to challenge the way home care has traditionally been delivered — and to prove that the sector can be both socially meaningful and commercially rewarding.

Home care offers huge growth prospects, because there is super-high demand and it's set to grow in the future, says A. Dhaliwal. It’s a massive opportunity for entrepreneurs who look at the sector with fresh eyes.

From Franchisee to Founder

A. Dhaliwal didn’t come from a care background. He ran businesses in hospitality before becoming a franchisee for a traditional home care provider. That experience showed him where the model worked — and where it needed to change.

He took what he learned and built Walfinch from the ground up, creating a structure that supports ambitious franchisees, not just in delivering excellent care, but in building a sustainable, high-value business.

In his words, success in this sector isn’t just about compassion — it’s about capability.

It’s not enough for franchisees to be passionate about delivering the highest quality care – though that is essential. They must be business-minded and keen to grow.

Success Stories That Prove the Point

The Walfinch approach is already delivering results. One of the earliest success stories is Sarah Wickham, who started her career as a carer and became Walfinch’s first franchisee in 2019. Since then, she’s grown her operation to three offices in the East of England, generating a turnover of £3 million.

Sarah is living proof that you can make good money while providing care to be proud of, A. Dhaliwal says.

And she’s not alone. Walfinch now has over 30 franchisees across the UK, and the company has set a goal to reach 200 offices within the next ten years.

More Than a Business — A Movement

Beyond the numbers, Walfinch is built on a belief that care can be done better — for clients, for communities, and for the people running the businesses. Franchisees are encouraged to run Thrive Clubs in their local areas, offering free activities like chair yoga, arts and crafts, and gentle exercise. These clubs help reduce loneliness, improve wellbeing, and often bring in new clients through word of mouth.

It’s all part of a wider vision: using business as a tool to solve real problems — and make it profitable.

A. Dhaliwal has even written a book, Time to Thrive: The Home Care Revolution, in which he lays out 12 ways to fix the UK’s care crisis. It’s the first book of its kind by a care franchise insider, offering practical, scalable solutions to the challenges the sector faces.

Practical Support That Goes Beyond the Basics

What sets Walfinch apart from many other franchises is the level of support on offer. Franchisees receive in-depth business guidance, not just operational training. The company shares growth strategies openly — including methods to reach £1 million in turnover — even before someone officially signs up.

The usual franchisee advice and support offered by home care franchisors is no more than generic waffle. You could get it from AI, says A. Dhaliwal. But we give away valuable information — and it's free.

For A. Dhaliwal, helping others build successful businesses has become a passion in itself. He regularly mentors new franchisees and hosts the Walking with Walfinch podcast, where he shares insights and interviews other business leaders. Known as “The Walking CEO”, he even takes part in exercise sessions streamed on YouTube to encourage a healthier lifestyle for clients and carers alike.

Built to Grow — And Built to Last

While Walfinch is focused on care, A. Dhaliwal believes the model he's developed could apply far beyond the sector. Its structure is designed for people who want to scale, build teams, and run serious businesses — not just operate a small local service.

A business framework that supports ambitious entrepreneurs to succeed in home care can be tweaked to create successful outcomes for new entrants to many other sectors, he explains. We know it works.

Is This Your Next Step?

For those looking to combine a profitable business with a meaningful purpose, the care sector is offering a unique opportunity — especially with the right support.

With demand rising, proven franchisee success, and a scalable business model, Walfinch is showing that care doesn’t have to be quiet, slow, or small. It can be dynamic, rewarding — and yes, highly profitable.

Interested in building a business that matters? Walfinch is now recruiting new franchisees across the UK.