Home & Senior Care Franchise Opportunities for Sale

A guide to home care franchises

Home care franchises represent one of the most resilient and rewarding sectors in the UK franchise market, offering the chance to build a meaningful business while making a genuine difference to people’s lives. With 23 live opportunities on the directory, this category spans everything from domestic cleaning and childcare support through to complex elderly and specialist nursing care. Investment levels range from as little as £2,495 right up to £100,000, meaning there is a realistic entry point for a wide variety of budgets and ambitions.

How much does a home care franchise cost?

The investment required varies considerably depending on the scale of the operation, the level of brand support, and the specific type of care delivered. Above is a broad overview of how the current opportunities break down by investment band.

• Under £15,000 — Several accessible entry points exist in this range, including Diamond Home Support (£2,495), Domestique (£4,495), Kiddley Divey (£5,829), and Harmony at Home (£11,995). These tend to suit franchisees looking for a lower-risk start or a manageable owner-operator model.
• £15,000–£34,999 — A strong mid-tier includes My Homecare (£12,850), Brighter Life (£19,000), Promedica24 (£20,000), GoodOaks Homecare (£25,000), Seniors Helping Seniors (£25,000), Meloosha Homecare (£30,000), Visiting Angels (£30,000), and PerCurra (£32,500). These typically offer larger exclusive territories and more comprehensive launch support.
• £35,000–£59,999 — Established, nationally recognised brands sit here, including Bridgewater Home Care (£35,000), Blossom Home Care (£37,500), Right at Home (£40,000), Bluebird Care (£45,000), and Window to the Womb (£50,000). These franchises often come with well-developed operational systems and strong brand recognition.
• £60,000 and above — At the premium end, Kare Plus (£60,000) and Nurse Next Door Home Healthcare Services (£100,000) offer full-service care models, typically incorporating staffing agency capabilities or medically-led home healthcare services for franchisees with serious growth ambitions.

Types of home care franchise

• Elderly and personal care — The largest sub-sector, covering help with daily living, companionship, and personal care for older adults. Examples include Right at Home, Bluebird Care, and Blossom Home Care.
• Live-in and complex care — Franchises such as Promedica24 and PerCurra focus on longer-term or higher-dependency care, often matching clients with live-in carers for round-the-clock support.
• Domestic and household support — Brands like Diamond Home Support and Domestique concentrate on cleaning, housekeeping, and practical home help, attracting clients who need assistance rather than personal care.
• Childcare and family support — Kiddley Divey and Harmony at Home serve families seeking childcare, nannying, or maternity-related support services in the home environment.
• Healthcare staffing and nursing-led care — Franchises such as Kare Plus and Nurse Next Door operate at the intersection of home care and healthcare staffing, often supplying trained staff to both private clients and health service providers.

Is a home care franchise right for you?

Home care franchises tend to suit people who are motivated by purpose as much as profit — those who want to build a commercially sound business whilst genuinely improving quality of life in their local community. You do not necessarily need a care background; many franchisors provide full training. However, strong organisational skills, empathy, and a willingness to manage and develop a team are important qualities across almost every model in this category.

When evaluating opportunities, pay close attention to the size and exclusivity of the territory on offer, whether income is likely to be recurring or one-off in nature, and the quality and duration of the initial training and ongoing support. A well-established brand with a proven compliance framework can be a significant advantage in a regulated sector like this.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a home care franchise cost in the UK?
Investment levels on the directory currently range from £2,495 for entry-level opportunities such as Diamond Home Support through to £100,000 for premium models like Nurse Next Door. Most established care brands sit in the £25,000–£45,000 bracket.

Do I need care experience or qualifications to run a home care franchise?
Not always. Many franchisors — including several in this directory — offer comprehensive training programmes designed for franchisees coming from other professional backgrounds. Business and management skills are often valued as highly as direct care experience.

Is home care a regulated sector?
Yes. Personal and nursing care services in the UK are regulated by bodies such as the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in England. Reputable franchisors will guide you through the registration process and ensure your business meets all compliance requirements from the outset.

What is the difference between a home care and a domiciliary care franchise?
The terms are often used interchangeably, but domiciliary care specifically refers to regulated personal care delivered in a client’s own home, whereas home care can also encompass domestic support, companionship, and household help that falls outside regulated activity.

Can I run a home care franchise as an owner-operator or do I need staff?
It depends on the model. Lower-investment franchises such as Domestique or Diamond Home Support may be suitable as a solo or small-team operation, whilst larger care brands typically require you to recruit and manage a team of carers to service your territory effectively.