Home Helpers Franchise News

After 15 years of providing quality in-home personal care for its clients, Home Helpers has expanded its services to include basic medical assistance.
Cincinnati, OH (PRWEB) April 04, 2012 - After 15 years of providing quality in-home personal care for its clients, Home Helpers has expanded its services to include basic medical assistance. Trained personnel can help individuals coping with heart disease, diabetes, and other chronic conditions by coordinating doctor appointments, monitoring medications and checking vital signs. “What we’ve found is that more and more people want to remain in their homes even as their health begins to decline,” said Emma Dickison, president of Home Helpers. “We can provide the assistance that helps them take care of themselves at home longer than would otherwise be possible...

Home Helpers Improves Quality of Living with Medication Management, Care Management and Vital Signs Monitoring
February 16, 2012 // Franchising.com // CINCINNATI – As everyday life becomes more challenging for the aging population, Home Helpers, one of the nation’s largest home care agencies with a presence in more than 600 communities, is improving its clients’ quality of living by expanding its continuum of care to include medical services.
“As Home Helpers continues to grow exponentially nationwide, we need to evolve to meet the needs of our clients,” said Emma Dickison, president of Home Helpers. “By adding medical services to our continuum of care, our professionally trained caregivers are able to continue caring for clients in the comfort of their homes longer than would otherwise be possible...

Direct Link Introduces New Product Line to Maximize Seniors’ Independence and Longevity
December 22, 2011 // Franchising.com // CINCINNATI – As nearly 90 percent of 40 million senior citizens wish to remain independent in their home, Direct Link, a national provider of home healthcare technology and an affiliate of Home Helpers, one of the nation’s largest home care agencies, is excited to announce the expansion of its product lines designed to ensure the safety of seniors living at home.
To help cater to the growing concerns that families are facing in keeping their aging loved ones safe at home, Direct Link has recently introduced an updated line of personal emergency response systems, along with vital signs monitoring products...

Boasts Latest Home Healthcare Industry News and Advice - www.HomeHelpers.CC
October 18, 2011 // Franchising.com // CINCINNATI – Home Helpers, one of the nation’s leading senior care franchises specializing in comprehensive home care and companionship services, has launched a new, user-friendly website at www.HomeHelpers.  CC specifically designed to be a resource center for people seeking tips on how to provide quality care to seniors, new and expectant mothers, and those requiring continuing and recuperative care.
The new website supports the needs of both professional and family caregivers by featuring articles, videos and resource links covering a wide range of senior-aging topics, including: specialty care for Alzheimer’s, Dementia, elder abuse and heart health; important technology information and research regarding automated medication dispensers, personal emergency response systems and vital signs monitoring; as well as tips on how caregivers can maintain their own health...

Online PR News – 08-May-2011 –Chesapeake, VA: As more than 75 million Americans will reach age 65 in the next two decades, the need for in-home senior care continues to soar. With the dismal housing market making it even more difficult to sell and get a good return on investment, more seniors are choosing to receive care in the comfort of their homes rather than relocating to assisted living facilities. Local Home Helpers owner, Sharon Jones, is lending a hand to meet the in-home care needs of Hampton Roads residents.
As part of the nation's leading franchise specializing in non-medical and personal in-home care and companionship services for seniors, new mothers and those in need of recuperative and continuing care, Home Helpers of Suffolk has found a niche in the local community by offering services that are needed in good times, and in bad...

March 01, 2011 // Franchising.com // CINCINNATI, OH — Emma Dickison, president of Home Helpers, the nation's leading senior care franchise specializing in non-medical and personal care and companionship, was recognized today as a Certified Franchise Executive by the Institute of Certified Franchise Executives. Dickison completed a comprehensive course of study in franchise management offered by the institute, which is the academic branch of the International Franchise Association's Educational Foundation.

Candidates are required to complete a rigorous course of study to earn the CFE designation, which includes attending institute-sponsored educational seminars and workshops. The program enhances franchising professionals' understanding of both the industry's fundamental and complex aspects...

</p><h2>ELEMENTS will collaborate with Home Helpers to redesign and optimize its corporate website and construct locally optimized websites for franchise owners.</h2><p>San Luis Obispo, CA (Vocus/PRWEB) March 01, 2011 ELEMENTS, Inc., an industry leader in franchise online marketing, is proud to announce its recent partnership with Home Helpers, one of the nation's leading senior care franchises specializing in in-home, non-medical and personal care and companionship for seniors, new moms, working parents and those requiring continuing and recuperative care.

ELEMENTS will collaborate with Home Helpers to redesign and optimize its corporate website and construct locally optimized websites for franchise owners...

February 18, 2011 // Franchising.com // CINCINNATI, OH — Emma Dickison, president of Home Helpers, the nation's leading senior care franchise specializing in non-medical and personal care and companionship, was recognized today as a Certified Franchise Executive by the Institute of Certified Franchise Executives. Dickison completed a comprehensive course of study in franchise management offered by the institute, which is the academic branch of the International Franchise Association's Educational Foundation.

Candidates are required to complete a rigorous course of study to earn the CFE designation, which includes attending institute-sponsored educational seminars and workshops. The program enhances franchising professionals' understanding of both the industry's fundamental and complex aspects...

Nation's leading senior care franchise formed corporate team to participate in the 2010 Memory Walk in Cincinnati, Ohio

October 01, 2010 // Franchising.com // CINCINNATI - To help raise awareness and join the fight against Alzheimer's disease, Home Helpers, the nation's leading senior care franchise specializing in non-medical and personal care and companionship, has formed a team to participate in the 2010 Memory Walk in Cincinnati, Ohio, to support the Alzheimer's Association on October 2, 2010.

Home Helpers is committed to raising awareness about this growing epidemic that is now the seventh leading cause of death in the United States. More than five million Americans have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and 78 million baby boomers are at risk...

New Resource Available for Dallas Area Seniors and Their Families

October 01, 2010 // Franchising.com // DALLAS, TX - Dallas area seniors now have a new resource to help them age successfully. Maria Viviano, owner of Home Helpers & Direct Link, which specializes in non-medical in-home care, recently completed a comprehensive course through the Society of Certified Senior Advisors (SCSA) and earned the designation of Certified Senior Advisor (CSA)®.

SCSA is a national organization that has trained more than 20,000 professionals to meet the changing needs of a growing senior population. As a company that specializes in providing quality care services to senior citizens, Home Helpers & Direct Link offers free in-home consultations and works with individual clients and their families to tailor flexible care plans to meet their specific needs and budgets...

Meeting the Challenges of Elder Caregiving June 25, 2010 // Franchising.com // Cincinnati, OH – Emma Dickison, president of Home Helpers, the nation's leading senior care franchise specializing in non-medical and personal care and companionship for seniors, recently was a moderator in a panel discussion on "How Technology Can Help the Caregiver" at the 5th Annual Community Summit hosted by The Greater North Penn Collaborative for Health & Human Services. The Summit took place on June 22, 2010, at the BranchCreek Community Church in Harleysville, Pennsylvania.

The conference titled "Meeting the Challenges of Elder Caregiving" was designed to shed light on the startling facts of elder caregiving, share resources, and spur collaborative action around these issues amongst family and professional caregivers, civic and faith groups and various business leaders, including the Home Helpers and Direct Link offices in Philadelphia, Penn...

Senior Care Franchise Provides Cash Rebate for New Business Owners February 08, 2010 // Franchising.com // CINCINNATI, OH – At a time when many franchise concepts are putting a halt on expansion, Home Helpers, the nation's leading senior care franchise specializing in non-medical and personal care and companionship, is implementing a new development rebate incentive program designed to maximize potential growth and offer attractive alternatives for entrepreneurs who may be discouraged by the current economic climate.

Offered to all qualified applicants, the benefits of the rebate incentive program include eligibility to qualify for $20,000 total of the initial franchise fee which equates to a cash rebate of $2,500 every 90 days during the first 24 months of operation...

February 02, 2010 // Franchising.com // CINCINNATI, Ohio – Home Helpers, the nation's leading senior care franchise specializing in non-medical and personal care and companionship, has been named the No. 1 Senior Care Franchise in Entrepreneur magazine's Franchise 500® for the fifth straight year and No. 63 overall.

The rankings for all 500 companies are determined using an exclusive formula that takes into account objective and quantifiable factors, including financial strength and stability, growth rate and size of the system. The franchises that continue to thrive despite a tough economy are those that serve a budget-minded consumer and boast low start-up costs.

"The Entrepreneur rankings are both humbling and gratifying," said Emma Dickison, president of Home Helpers...

Ranked No. 1 in Senior Care Category for AllBusiness.com's AllStar Franchise List December 22, 2009 // Franchising.com // CINCINNATI, Ohio – Home Helpers, the nation's leading senior care franchise specializing in non-medical and personal care and companionship, ranked No. 1 in the senior care category and #32 overall in a comprehensive listing of the nation's top 300 franchise companies by AllBusiness.com.

AllBusiness.com's team of editors researched, compiled, and analyzed more than 800 franchise systems to compile the AllStar Franchises list. The rankings assessed the strengths of franchising companies based upon criteria such as Web visibility and the latest financial strength scores from Dun & Bradstreet.

Home Helpers is benefiting from an aging America, and has shown steady unit growth even in tough economic times...

Nandini Chinnagini Recognized as Successful Female Business Owner by National Publication December 17, 2009 // Franchising.com // CINCINNATI – Nandini Chinnagini, owner of Home Helpers in San Diego, Calif., was recently recognized by the IndUS Business Journal as an outstanding female business owner making a huge impact on the nation's South Asian business community. The award recipients were announced on December 9, 2009, in the publication's annual supplement.

The Women in Business Awards were designated to honor South Asian women, not only for their contributions to the South Asian business community in the United States, but also to the nation's overall business community and for setting a tremendous example of women's success in the workplace...

New Connection will Benefit Mature Americans Seeking Employment

December 08, 2009 // Franchising.com // CINCINNATI - Home Helpers, the nation's leading senior care franchise specializing in non-medical and personal care and companionship with a presence in more than 500 strategic communities in North America, has just announced it has been added to the AARP National Employer Team, a program that helps businesses better recruit, manage and retain mature workers.

Mature workers bring a lifetime of experiences, skills and loyalty to the job, and due to demographic shifts and the retirement of baby boomers, 20 percent of workers will be ages 55 and older by 2015. As an AARP National Employer Team Member, Home Helpers is at the forefront of targeting, recruiting and retaining mature workers - a very critical workforce over the next several years...

In-Home Senior Care Concept Honors Owners and Caregivers at National Conference
October 31, 2009 // Franchising.com // CINCINNATI - Home Helpers, the nation's leading senior care franchise specializing in non-medical and personal care and companionship for seniors, recently presented 19 deserving franchise owners and caregivers with awards recognizing everything from excellent customer service to outstanding marketing initiatives to dedicated leadership. Each individual was honored at the company's annual national conference in Orlando, Fla., on October 14, 2009.
The 2009 outstanding franchise owners include: Home Helpers Presidents Award - Bill and Janet Dean of Chillicothe, Ohio Recognizes the franchisees who have demonstrated a strong commitment to their own franchise, as well as the entire franchise community...

Joint Venture will Facilitate Communication, Create 'Community of Care' Around Clients

August 07, 2009 // Franchising.com // CINCINNATI- Home Helpers, the nation's leading senior care franchise specializing in non-medical and personal care and companionship with a presence in more than 500 communities in North America, has recently joined forces with GenerationsUnite, a software communications provider boasting a user-friendly, web-based tool that promotes communication between families, caregivers and home care agencies.

Long-term care is one of the fastest-growing segments of the health care delivery system as more than 75 million American will reach age 65 in the next two decades. Many of today's families live farther apart, and adults are feeling the strain of balancing their career with the needs of their children and aging parents...

Partnership with Alzheimer's Association Program will Educate Franchise System, Clients and Communities on Disease July 29, 2009 // Franchising.com // CINCINNATI – Home Helpers, the nation's leading senior care franchise specializing in non-medical and personal care and companionship with a presence in more than 500 communities in North America, is proud to be a partner of the Alzheimer Association's Alzheimer's Early Detection Alliance (AEDA), created to help educate everyone on the disease of Alzheimer's.

Alzheimer's disease is fast becoming one of the greatest medical challenges facing Americans today. In fact, as many as 5.3 million people in the United States are living with Alzheimer's and every 70 seconds, someone develops Alzheimer's...

New Partnership will Benefit Americans Collecting Workers Compensation and Seeking Care Providers July 15, 2009 // Franchising.com // CINCINNATI- Home Helpers, the nation's leading senior care franchise specializing in non-medical and personal care and companionship with a presence in more than 500 communities in North America, announces its newest national partnership with Cypress Care, a national network specializing in ancillary services and cost containment programs for workers compensation.

The worker's compensation system is one of the most-used programs in the U.S. as 98% of employees in the U.S. – over 192 million – are covered under the workers' compensation system. More than 16,000 workplace injuries or illnesses occur each day in the U...