Home Helpers® Home Care Franchisees Beth and Phillip Dow Named 2026 Ifa Franchisee of the Year

CINCINNATI, Sept. 29, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- Beth and Phillip Dow, franchisees of Home Helpers® Home Care of Newnan, Georgia, have been named recipients of the 2026 Franchisee of the Year Award by the International Franchise Association (IFA).

The Dows, who also earned this prestigious honor in 2015, were honored during the IFA26 Advocacy Summit in Washington, D.C., Sept. 14-16, for their excellence in entrepreneurship, community outreach, workforce development and service to others.

Now in their 19th year with Home Helpers® Home Care toward a landmark 20th anniversary next year, the Dows have built a trusted local care organization projected to generate $4.5 million in revenue this year. Their expanded team of 150 Caregivers and 14 operations team members serves 112 clients, helping older adults and others receive reliable support while maintaining their independence and dignity at home.

"Beth and Phillip Dow represent the very best of Home Helpers Home Care," said Home Helpers® Home Care CEO and President Emma Dickison. "They combine strong business leadership with true compassion for clients, their families and Caregivers. Their commitment to sharing resources, strengthening the franchise network and serving their community shows what mission-driven franchise ownership can achieve."

Building on nearly two decades of service in Newnan, the Dows recently expanded their footprint to include the Canton, Georgia, market last month, opening Home Helpers® Home Care of Canton, Georgia.

To support dependable care, Beth Dow created a dedicated shift support team focused on preventing gaps in service. She also shares marketing materials, educational presentations and operating practices with many other Home Helpers Home Care franchise owners.

"Families depend on us during deeply personal moments, and that responsibility guides every decision we make," Beth Dow said. "This recognition belongs to our Caregivers and support team, whose dedication gives clients and their loved ones greater stability, confidence and peace of mind."

Beth Dow is a Certified Alzheimer's Educator. She is also the author of My Loved One Has Dementia. Now What? and writes a longstanding newspaper column offering advice for seniors and their families. Her community service includes educational outreach through hospitals, churches and community groups, along with support for the Wounded Warrior Project&, Tunnel to Towers Foundation and local veterans initiatives.

"Franchisees of the Year demonstrate what franchising is all about: individuals who have committed their lives to the betterment of those around them and building something bigger than themselves," said IFA President and CEO Matt Haller. "Through their leadership, they create jobs and build careers, give back to their communities and support other franchisees, all while exemplifying the entrepreneurial spirit at the heart of franchising. We are proud to recognize Beth and Phillip Dow with IFA's highest honor for individual franchisees and celebrate their commitment to making a difference both within their business and beyond."

The Dows were recognized at the Franchisee of the Year luncheon on Sept. 15. To learn more about Home Helpers® Home Care franchise ownership, visit HomeHelpersFranchise.com.