Comfort Keepers

Comfort Keepers

Franzy VerifiedInformation based on 2026 FDD

Senior Care · In-Home Care Provider

Investment min
$120K
Total: $120K–$191K
Avg gross revenue
$1M
Unit-level, 2026
Franchise fee
$55K
Per current disclosure
Royalty
5%
of gross revenue
Locations
619
Franchising since 1999

Description

What is Comfort Keepers?

It's not every day you find business opportunities that are rewarding financially as well as emotionally. That's one of the many special things about Comfort Keepers, a leading provider of in-home care for seniors and other adults requiring additional care in daily living and related services. The care typically is provided in the client's home (but may also be provided in other facilities), includes companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, grocery and clothing shopping, grooming and assistance with recreational activities. Ranked in the Entrepreneur Franchise 500 for 2025 as a top franchise, as well as ranked by Newsweek in 2024 as one of the top 3 home care franchises for clients, caregivers, and franchisees. We are a superior choice for capitalizing on the rapidly growing senior care market thanks to its highly regarded brand, unsurpassed operational system and tremendous support resources.

For over a 25 years, we have established our brand as a recognized and trusted leader within the senior care business - a clear strategic advantage for our franchisees. We have a well-developed operations system providing a framework for systematic franchisee start-up, on-going support and continued training along the growth curve. Whether you have experience in the health field or simply want to make a difference in the lives of people in your community, you will become, like so many of our franchisees, a local leader who enjoys firsthand the rewarding business of helping others. Benefits of Owning a Comfort Keepers: o Average Unit Volume of $1.27M per territory (from our 2026 FDD Item 19) o Ability to leverage the size and experience of our over 600 operating territory network and 199+ franchisees o Dedicated Start-Up Franchise Support Specialist o Dedicated Regional Director providing on-going training and operation support o Industry leading software to help you run and manage your franchise o Assist and support for home care licensing and employee management o Diverse revenue streams and payor sources for clients o Interactive Caregiving Approach differentiates you from competitors o National Marketing and local advertising support o Strategic Partnerships initiatives that allow us to bring business opportunities to you

  • 25+ years established market leader
  • 635 units nationwide system scale
  • Recession-resistant senior care industry
  • Comprehensive caregiver training programs
  • Interactive Caregiving proprietary methodology
  • Strong demographic growth tailwinds

Location Analysis

Where Comfort Keepers wins

Comfort Keepers demonstrates meaningful geographic diversification across the Midwest, Northeast, and Southeast with concentration in large states including California, Texas, Florida, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Illinois, North Carolina, and Michigan. This distribution reflects strategic alignment with states containing substantial aging populations and varied care reimbursement environments. The brand targets major metropolitan areas with aging populations, suburban communities with higher median incomes, and mid-sized cities with established senior populations—all indicating a focus on markets where private pay capacity exists alongside institutional care alternatives. The ideal demographic profile requiring 65+ populations exceeding 15% with concentrations of 75+ residents aligns well with aging-in-place preferences increasingly prevalent across American communities. Customer ratings of 4.2-4.5 stars with moderate to high review volume suggest generally positive reception, though significant location-to-location variation underscores the operational execution risk inherent to franchised service models. Positive review themes around caregiver compassion and responsive management contrast with recurring concerns about turnover, scheduling inconsistencies, and communication gaps—patterns that reflect local management quality more than brand system deficiencies. The 15-25 mile service radius model enables focused territory development but requires franchisees to secure qualified caregiver pools within constrained geographies. Prospective investors should conduct granular market assessments focusing on local 65+ population density, competitive in-home care saturation, caregiver wage benchmarks, and private pay income capacity before committing to specific territories.
Total US locations
635
Franchise units
619
Corporate locations
5
Avg. sq. footage
700

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Spotlight 2026

We collaborate with a handful of brands each year to tell their story properly. Through this partnership, you'll see more content about them across Franzy — podcasts with their franchisees, deep dives into their model, and unfiltered success stories. Comfort Keepers is one of our spotlight brand partners for 2026.

Financial Analysis

The numbers behind Comfort Keepers

Avg gross revenue$1,277,857
Investment range$119,560 – $190,700
Investment midpoint$155,130
Brand fund2%
Royalty5%
Franchise fee$55,000
Min. net worth$300,000
Min. liquid capital$100,000
Comfort Keepers represents a mature franchise system founded in 1998 with 635 units, suggesting established operational protocols and brand recognition in the fragmented in-home senior care market. The investment range of $119,560-$190,700 positions this as a relatively accessible service franchise, though the absence of franchise fee data complicates upfront capital assessment. The reported gross revenue of $1,277,857 per location indicates meaningful scale potential, though investors should recognize this figure likely reflects mature, well-operated territories rather than typical new franchise performance. The in-home care model carries inherent operational complexity: labor-intensive service delivery, caregiver recruitment and retention challenges, regulatory compliance requirements, and reimbursement navigation across private pay and insurance channels. Review patterns highlighting caregiver turnover and scheduling inconsistencies align with industry-wide workforce pressures that directly impact margin stability. Scalability depends heavily on local labor market depth and operational management capability rather than capital deployment alone. The demographic tailwinds from aging populations provide demand visibility, but profitability hinges on managing caregiver costs, minimizing client acquisition expenses, and achieving utilization efficiency across the caregiver base. Prospective franchisees should model conservative ramp periods and maintain adequate working capital reserves for payroll cycles and operational gaps inherent to service-based models.
Did you know? Comfort Keepers, an established in-home senior care franchise founded in 1998 with 635 units nationwide, requires an initial investment ranging from $119,560 to $190,700. The franchise fee information was not available in provided data. This investment level positions Comfort Keepers as a moderately accessible entry point into the growing senior care services sector, though prospective franchisees should account for working capital needs inherent to labor-intensive service delivery models.

Financing partners

Vetted partners, tailored to franchisees

Your Franzy advisor can connect you with these partners later in the process — competitive rates, specialized in franchise financing.

FranFund

Lender

CRF USA

Nonprofit SBA lender; provides financing for franchise acquisitions, startups, and expansion.

Lender

First Bank of the Lake

Lender

Pension Pros

Lender

FDD Item 7

Initial investment range

$120K–$191K
Most common
$119,560
Minimum
$155,130
Midpoint
$190,700
Maximum

Per FDD Item 7, total initial investment ranges from $119,560 to $190,700. The midpoint $155,130 is what most franchisees report at signing — financing typically reduces cash-at-close by 80–90%. Knowing the investment range helps you plan confidently and ensure you're fully prepared to make the leap.

FDD Item 19

Average gross sales

$2M$1M$900K$600K$300KN/A
$968K
$1M
$1M
2022
2023
2024
Avg
$1M
YOY change (2023 -> 2024)
+11%

According to Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, Comfort Keepers has an average gross revenue of $1M. (Note: This information is based on the latest FDD in our records. Please review the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and confirm this information directly with the brand. We make no claims of accuracy for the information presented.)

Growth over time

Franchise footprint

-1% YoY
8006404803201600
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
635 units open as of 2026 FDD-5 in last 12 mo

2026 Franchise Disclosure

FDD documents

Below are items 2, 3, 4, 7, 11 and 19 for Comfort Keepers's 2026 FDD. The complete FDD is delivered to you directly by the franchisor, per the FTC Franchise Rule.

Estimated initial investment
FDD Item 7 · PDF
Financial performance representations
FDD Item 19 · PDF
Members-only items
Executive team
FDD Item 2 · PDF
Litigation
FDD Item 3 · PDF
Bankruptcy
FDD Item 4 · PDF
Franchisor assistance
FDD Item 11 · PDF
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Buyer FAQs

Frequently asked questions

The initial investment for a Comfort Keepers franchise typically ranges between $119,560.00 and $190,700.00. This includes the franchise fee, equipment, real estate, and other startup costs. To get a detailed breakdown and better understand the financial requirements, we recommend scheduling a call with the Franzy team. We'll walk you through the specifics and answer any questions you might have. For more detailed information, refer to the financial sections of the FDD.

Disclaimer. The information provided on this page is based on the latest Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) we have on record, which was issued in 2026. This information is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal, financial, or business advice. We make no guarantees or claims regarding the completeness or accuracy. Only the franchisor can confirm that the information is complete and accurate and we recommend consulting the franchisor directly for the most recent FDD and regarding any questions that you may have about the information provided.

Comfort Keepers
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