A Place At Home is Recognized as a 2020 FRAN-TASTIC 500

A Place At Home Franchisees

FranServe, Inc., the largest franchise consulting and expansion organization in the world, honored A Place At Home as one of their FRAN-TASTIC 500 brands. 

FranServe, Inc. connects entrepreneurs to franchise opportunities and introduces franchisors to qualified people. They wanted to recognize 500 brands that are going above and beyond the norm and helping people change their lives through franchise ownership so held their first annual FRAN-TASTIC 500.

Alesia Visconti, CEO of FranServe Inc. says, “Franchising is a doorway for many people looking to be their own boss. A brand that makes our annual “FRAN-TASTIC 500” list demonstrates that it goes above and beyond the norm. They help people fulfill their dreams of business ownership through franchising! It’s a brand that sets itself apart!”

A Place At Home’s Story

In 2012, A Place At Home began offering a range of Senior-Focused Care services. These services including In-Home Care, Care Coordination, and Senior Living Alternatives (SLA). SLA Advisors assist in identifying and transitioning clients to senior living communities at no cost. Staffing solutions to senior communities and other health care organizations is also a service line. 

This senior-focused model proved to be successful. As a result, co-founders, Dustin Distefano and Jerod Evanich began franchising in 2017. Since then 14 locations have either opened or are in the process of opening across the country. Their first franchise location in South Denver celebrated the second anniversary of their grand opening in April 2020.

“I’m incredibly humbled that we are making an impact in communities across this nation – not only because we are helping seniors through the aging process, but also because we are helping entrepreneurs live out their dreams of business ownership,” said Jerod Evanich, President of A Place At Home.

A Place At Home is dedicated to preserving the quality of life for seniors by giving them the support they need to stay as independent as possible and couldn’t be more thrilled with receiving this prestigious recognition for their brand.

A Place At Home Scottsdale Owner Expands To Two New Territories

Alex Caudill

A Place At Home Owner, Alex Caudill, Targets New Franchise Territories in Chandler/Gilbert and Sun City West/Surprise

After ten years as a sergeant in the Marine Corps, Alex Caudill saw an opportunity to make a difference in the health sector.  His military-taught values of duty, service, and self-sacrifice found new meaning when he became a franchisee of A Place At Home. This innovative Senior-Focused Care company helps the elderly to live a comfortable and independent life at home. From Scottsdale, Caudill is now expanding to new franchise territories in Chandler/Gilbert and Sun City West/Surprise.

The former marine turned entrepreneur was driven into senior-caregiving services by a personal experience. He came face to face with the challenges of this sector and chose to do something about it. As a result, he launched his first A Place At Home location in 2018 and set about transforming the quality of senior care for residents in Scottsdale.

“The reasons why I got into this industry were personal. Being an owner where we provide care to seniors who cannot care for themselves, my service has a new meaning. I am driven by the phone calls from clients telling me they can live the life they want thanks to the help A Place At Home Provides,” says Caudill.

Caudill holds a B.S. in Business Management from Milwaukee School of Engineering. Beyond his ten years of service in the Marine Corps, Caudill has held several leadership positions in the health industry. Therefore, those positions gave him extensive experience in the management of services in that industry. 

Even so, Caudill says A Place At Home is more than just business to him; it’s a way of life. He is excited about being able to employ many senior care providers who believe in our “We are CARE” philosophy. Caudill lives for the difference that he makes every day in the communities around him. The new locations will serve Sun City, Sun City West, Surprise, and parts of Peoria, Chandler, Gilbert, and Sun Lakes.

“There are days we arrive at the office before the sun is up, and work well into the night. We can rest easy when we leave, due to our understanding of what we accomplish every day. Every day we work to provide compassionate caregivers with the opportunity to care for those who can no longer care for themselves. Every day the team at A Place At Home makes a difference in the lives of so many.”

A Place At Home provides Senior-Focused in-home care services. The services include licensed companion and personal care, medication administration, and care coordination. Senior living alternative services are also available at no cost to guide seniors when it’s time to find a community to call home. The Senior-Focused Care Company’s philosophy is “We Are CARE”—indicating the values of compassion, accountability, respect, and ethics in their day-to-day lives.

The company that launched in 2012 in Omaha has seen explosive growth. As a result, they launched the first franchise location in 2018 and now have 13 territories across the country.  A Place At Home is famed for its franchisee support and training. They have seen many senior care entrepreneurs successfully navigate the business landscape.

A Place At Home co-founder’s Dustin Distefano and Jerod Evanich are impressed with Caudill’s business growth. “Caudill’s expansion to new franchise territories is evidence of his commitment to providing better quality care to the elderly.  His experience, unique leadership traits, and positive energy will be good for the 168,000 plus seniors that live in Sun City West/Surprise and Chandler. We will support him in every way.”

About A Place At Home

At A Place At Home, we help seniors live a safe and comfortable life with a degree of independence they want. A Place At Home franchisees specialize in personalized in-home caregiving and no-cost senior placement services, for those making a senior community their next home.

Visit www.aplaceathome.com to learn more about our services.

Inquire now to learn about our franchising opportunities.

First A Place At Home Franchise Location Celebrates 2nd Anniversary

South Denver Franchise

A Place At Home Now Consists of 14 Franchise Locations Across the Country

 A Place At Home, an award-winning senior-focused in-home care franchise, is celebrating the 2nd Anniversary of its first franchise location. In April 2018, Grace and George Bradley opened their doors of A Place At Home – South Denver at 19039 E. Plaza Dr. #230, Parker, Colorado, and impacted the lives of 100 seniors in their community since that day.

The Bradley’s were first awarded the franchise on October 20, 2017. “We’re impressed by A Place At Home’s core values,” notes Grace Bradley. “The fact that in a short time they had created a powerful culture of compassion and respect that drives everything they do.”

Since opening their doors, A Place At Home – South Denver has been awarded Best of Home Care Employer of Choice and Provider of Choice in 2019 by Home Care Pulse. Top-ranking home care providers receive these awards based on client and caregiver satisfaction.

“For a new business startup, the first year is challenging. To surpass that milestone is outstanding. George and Grace have achieved their second-year with glowing reviews and awards to back up their hard work and commitment. I look forward to celebrating their next milestone,” shared William Ogden, Director of Business Performance.

At A Place At Home’s First Annual Franchise Convention, the Bradley’s were awarded the 2019 Rookie of the Year award in recognition of being a top-performing franchisee in their first full year with A Place At Home. They also received the 2019 Top Caregiver Satisfaction and Retention of the Year award. Finally, they were honored with the highly prestigious Founders Cup award. This recognizes the franchise location that made major contributions and played a significant role in the organization’s success.

“It’s extremely rewarding watching their growth,” shared CEO and Co-Founder, Dustin Distefano. “When I first met Grace and George I knew that they had tremendous potential. They put our CARE values into action and it shows with the success they’ve seen.”

ABOUT A PLACE AT HOME

A Place At Home awarded 13 franchise locations across the country since Grace and George took that first leap. Candidates must first be a shining example of A Place At Home’s CARE model. This means they must demonstrate “Compassionate, Accountable, Respectful, and Ethical” values. If your situation has shifted due to Coronavirus and you’re looking for new opportunities during this uncertain time, in-home senior care is a recession and pandemic resilient option. Interested candidates should fill out an inquiry form or contact Jerod Evanich at 888-502-6310 or jerod.evanich@aplaceathome.com.