The Ideal Nurse Next Door Candidate
We award franchises to those that have the tenacity and grit to build a business with purpose and heart.
What We Look For
Ideal Candidate Summary
Profit & Purpose
We’re looking for franchisees who share our belief in prioritizing both profit and purpose. While financial success is awesome, our franchisees also need to have a greater purpose for pursuing a home care business with the mission of Making Lives BetterTM
Sales & Marketing Aptitude
You don’t need the experience, but you need to have the aptitude. This business requires you to connect with others and build relationships, so being a people person is a must. Are you ready to put yourself out there in the community?
Coachable Leaders
Strong leaders ask the right questions and are eager to learn and grow. Being coachable means taking feedback seriously, leaning into support, and showing up with a willingness to learn and grow.
From All Backgrounds
How Our Franchisees Started
Nurse to Franchisee
Meet Michelle Greer
"You've got a built-in support system when you go with a franchise system versus just going to a Facebook group and asking a random group of home care agency owners. What do I do? What's working? They may be able to offer you advice, but do they truly have your best interests at heart? With a franchise system, you have that. We've got a great system of other franchise partners ready, willing, and able to jump in at any time to help out."
- Worked as a nurse in a hospital before discovering her true passion for home care
- Transitioned to home care and gained supervisory experience
- Launched her Nurse Next Door home care franchise location in Raleigh, North Carolina, right as the COVID-19 pandemic began
- Leveraged the franchise system's support to navigate early challenges, finding it offered a crucial network and shared solutions during the chaotic onset of COVID-19
Caregiver to Franchisee
Meet Dayna Frame
“I think I have a flair and passion for caring – my childhood friends and family were not surprised when I told them that I was buying a home care franchise. It fits with who I am as a person. As a Franchise Partner, I need to think on my feet and be ready for anything. I have responsibilities to ensure that not only my clients but my team are supported and cared for too. Everyone in this business and the Nurse Next Door community is important to me. We are like one big family.”
- Started as a caregiver with Nurse Next Door in Calgary, Alberta, where she connected deeply with the company’s core values.
- Moved into office roles, eventually becoming a Care Designer, contributing to client care planning and service coordination.
- Relocated to British Columbia to become Operations Manager for the Kelowna and Vernon franchise locations.
- Purchased her own franchise in Kamloops, embracing the opportunity to lead her own team and grow a business aligned with her passion.
- Expanded her footprint by growing to five additional locations: Prince George, Penticton, Victoria, Saanich, and Esquimalt — becoming a multi-unit franchise owner and impactful leader in the network.
Business to Franchisee
Meet Kiran Samran
“The franchise community is like a second family — there’s always someone to turn to when you need help.”
- Transitioned from a 15-year career as an accountant to pursue more meaningful, people-centered work.
- Opened her first Nurse Next Door franchise in Elk Grove, California, in 2017.
- Expanded to multiple territories across the state.
- Became a Bold Pink Club member and was selected as Nurse Next Door’s first Area Trainer, mentoring new and growing franchisees
Frequently Asked Questions
Foundations Training is our comprehensive, five-day virtual program designed to fully immerse and equip new franchise partners with the tools, skills, and knowledge needed to confidently launch and grow their business.
During the training, you'll engage in interactive sessions on all aspects of the business and get a first-hand look at how our systems work.
Our team of experts will guide you through key operational areas, including:
- Culture: A deep dive into our core values and the foundation of our compassionate brand.
- People & Hiring Caregivers: How to find and retain the right people to join your team.
- Care Services Center: Understanding our 24/7 operational support system that handles administrative duties.
- Marketing & Social Engagement: Strategic planning for community initiatives and professional referrals.
- Happier Aging: Learning to apply our trademarked philosophy and bringing it to your community.
- Sales & Client Acquisition: Developing skills to build relationships and secure clients.
- Strategic Planning: Building a one-page strategic plan with goals and metrics for your business.
- And More!
Bold Pink Brand: We stand out from the crowd with our bright and loud branding. Find out why people love the Nurse Next Door brand on our blog.
Centralized Call Center: Scheduling is one of the key challenges many home care businesses face. Our unique Care Services Center manages the scheduling for your Franchise Partners 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We also connect with caregivers to ensure someone is there for the scheduled visit.
Avoid burnout from endless admin work and focus on growing your business. Learn more about our centralized system on our website.
Happier Aging: Our care philosophy means we provide more than just care, we get our clients back to doing what they love.
Your support doesn’t stop after your initial training. We provide comprehensive, ongoing coaching and resources to ensure you’re set up for success from pre-launch through post-launch.
Our business coaches work with you closely, acting as your personal coach and cheerleader in weekly calls.
You’ll be equipped with essential resources to help you scale and manage your business, including:
- Monthly Metrics Tracker: A simple dashboard to keep you on track with key performance indicators (KPIs) and sales numbers.
- One Page Plan: An easy-to-implement guide to help you set goals, manage budgeting, and track your business’s strategic vision.
- Operations Manual: A comprehensive, one-stop-shop guide that details every aspect of Nurse Next Door’s operational standards and procedures.
We have a robust system in place to ensure you are fully supported as you work to achieve your goals.
We are active in the US, Canada, Australia and England with over 400 global franchises.
There are over 200 active locations in Canada and US, with many territories available for franchising across both countries. Contact our franchising experts to learn more.
The process of starting a Nurse Next Door franchise can be as short as 4-8 weeks. Review our path to franchising page to explore the process.
No. While a medical or health care background can be an asset, it is not required. Nurse Next Door values passionate, hardworking, sales-oriented business owners who can build relationships and lead teams.
Nurse Next Door’s franchise investment ranges from $115,115 to $212,600 (United States), and $137,500 to $188,700 (Canada). For a detailed breakdown of the investment costs, explore the finance options page.
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