Home Helpers Home Care nets double-digit agreements

Home Helpers Home Care reports that franchise growth accelerated in the first half of 2026.

The in-home care provider announced that it signed 18 new franchise agreements during the first six months of the year. Additionally, the franchise opened 13 new locations and completed two franchise expansions in 2026.

During its first quarter, Home Helpers Home Care reached seven agreements, opened nine locations, and completed the expansion of two franchisees. The in-home care franchise reached 11 new agreements and saw four openings in the second quarter.

In total, Home Helpers Home Care has about 370 locations in nearly 40 states.

Growth and support

Home Helpers Home Care said the growth reflects its investment in training, care technology, and ongoing operational support aimed at helping franchisees build their businesses.

“The results of the first half of 2026 show the strength of the Home Helpers franchise community and the value of growing with purpose,” said Emma Dickison, Home Helpers Home Care CEO and president Emma Dickison. “Every new agreement and opening represents a local entrepreneur preparing to serve families with compassionate, reliable care.”

Future recruitment plans

Looking ahead, Home Helpers Home Care said it is actively recruiting franchise candidates in multiple metro markets. This includes Minneapolis-St. Paul; Phoenix and Tucson, Arizona; Houston and Austin, Texas; Atlanta; Pittsburgh; San Diego and the San Francisco Bay Area in California; and several Florida markets, including Orlando and the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach region.

Leadership changes

Home Helpers Home Care also made a key leadership move in the second quarter and appointed Nick Evans as its new chief financial officer.

Evans succeeds Bill Burlingham, who is retiring after serving as CFO for 11 years. The new CFO joins Home Helpers Home Care with extensive experience in multi-unit and franchise operations. He most recently served as CFO at Liberty Tax Services.

Founded in 1997, Home Helpers Home Care is based in Blue Ash, Ohio. The brand’s focus is helping seniors and individuals in need of assistance live independently in the comfort of their own homes.

“We remain focused on giving franchisees the tools and support they need to lead in their communities,” Dickison said.