BarbaraKares
- Ownership Requirement
- Full-time
- Business Type
- Franchise
Own a Scalable Caregiving Franchise
Empower families and build a flexible business delivering compassionate in-home care.
Brand overview
Founded by Joshua and Aerin Flournoy, BarbaraKares is transforming the caregiving landscape by bringing trusted, family-centered support to communities nationwide. Our Medicaid-funded in-home care model allows patients to choose their own caregivers, including relatives and friends, minimizing hospital trips and avoiding caregiver turnover. Rooted in empathy and dedication, we are committed to helping loved ones remain comfortable at home while expanding our compassionate reach across the nation.
Availability
We are currently accepting inquiries in these states:
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Why choose BarbaraKares
The aging population and rising healthcare costs are fueling immense demand for at-home care solutions, giving franchisees a sustainable and scalable business model that addresses a critical need. Our model empowers partners with profitability and flexibility, allowing you to achieve a work-life balance and spend quality time with family. Owners can increase discretionary cash flow by paying themselves for hours worked or via a salary instead of paying staff, all while benefiting from a proven track record of success with systems designed for operational efficiency.
Investment Requirements
Total investment
$48,050–$67,100
Cash Required
$28,000
Franchise fee
$28,000
Royalty fee
8% of weekly Gross Revenue received by you from the previous week’s operations.
Ad fund %
0.5%
Total units
1
Financing available
SBA and conventional loans, 401K rollover, furniture/fixture/equipment leasing, and working capital through approved third-party strategic partners.
Real estate required
Yes
Growth Trends
Training & support
Franchisees attend and complete Franchisee Certification Training at BarbaraKares headquarters, with the schedule varying based on the evolving training itinerary. We also provide Grand Opening and on-site training for the franchisee and their initial staff. This comprehensive training covers the technical aspects of operating your location, including daily operations, procedures, and grand opening execution, ensuring you are fully prepared to serve your community.
Ideal candidate
No prior healthcare experience is required to join the BarbaraKares family. We seek individuals who may be gainfully employed and are looking to supplement, transition, replace, or break away from their current careers. The franchise is ideal for owner-operators, manage-the-manager operators, or husband and wife teams who value work-life balance and want to build a fulfilling business while spending more time with their loved ones.
Take control of your career and make a meaningful difference in your community by bringing compassionate in-home care to those who need it most. Discover how BarbaraKares can help you achieve the work-life balance and financial flexibility you have been looking for.