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18 05, 2020

Runningboards Marketing Sells Its First Two Franchises During a Challenging Time

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-05-18T11:44:50-04:00May 18th, 2020|Tags: advertising services, digital advertising, Digital Advertising Vehicle (DAV), digital mobile billboard, Runningboards Marketing|

The digital mobile advertising franchise will now have a presence in two key markets outside of its hometown of Watertown, New York.

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Digital mobile franchise Runningboards Marketing has just accomplished a feat that not many emerging brands have been able to do in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic: secured its first two franchise deals.

The brand’s newest franchisees are based in Marlborough, Massachusetts and in Paducah, Kentucky, two markets more than a skip and a jump from the brand’s hometown of Watertown in upstate New York. Central Massachusetts native and serial entrepreneur Mark Federico, will open the Marlborough franchise. First-time business owners and longtime friends Ian Brown and Jesus Espinoza will open the brand’s Paducah operation.

The Runningboards Marketing leadership team is thrilled to have both parties on board.

“The fact that we signed two new and enthusiastic owners in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic really speaks to our business model and is a great way to kick off our franchising efforts,” CEO and co-founder Calvin McNeely said. “Mark is both an entrepreneur and a franchise veteran, so we’ll learn as much from him as he’ll learn from us. Ian and Jesus are young and fresh—this is their first foray into business ownership and we’re excited that Runningboards Marketing will be their initiation into the world of entrepreneurship.”

Runningboards Marketing was founded in 2018 by McNeely and Executive Vice President Zach Yelle. The brand stands out as a franchise opportunity in the mobile advertising segment thanks to its use of digital advertising vehicle DAV® (pronounced “Dave”), which has high-impact LED screens that display brand messaging and customizable graphics. Businesses hire DAV to drive around markets in order to target specific audiences. DAV is hard to miss, which is exactly what makes him so much fun. Whether a client wants to advertise their business or give a friend a birthday shoutout, DAV can get the job done.

With DAV’s ability to run a variety of ads, Runningboards Marketing has been deemed as an essential business during COVID-19. As long as DAV runs health-related ads, Runningboards Marketing can carry on with business as usual. This, along with the franchise’s low-cost business model, which does not require a brick and mortar location or numerous staff members, creates a fun and relatively hassle-free business ownership opportunity.

Federico first saw DAV driving around in Pennsylvania and thought it would be the perfect way to advertise a new fitness club he was about to open in Massachusetts. He called Runningboards Marketing to inquire about reserving DAV but learned the brand did not have a presence in Massachusetts. When he learned about the low-cost business model, he knew it was a great opportunity. Now, he is poised to become his own first customer.

Federico believes this is the perfect time to invest in a franchise like Runningboards Marketing and described DAV as a can’t-miss tool that can serve local and small businesses well in their grassroots marketing efforts.

“Right now, starting a business, owning a company or even being employed is scary,” Federico said. “When businesses start to reopen, a lot of them are going to fail but many are also going to be looking to grow. These businesses will spend money on marketing because they have to acquire new customers. DAV has the ability to really help small businesses survive, prosper and grow as we get out of COVID-19.”

Brown and Espinoza were also attracted to the brand’s low-cost model, as well as the lack of a brick and mortar location and the tech-focused method of advertising. “All we need is DAV,” Espinoza said. “If we want to, we can keep the staff down to just the two of us until we really start expanding. Most of the overhead is just fuel for DAV.”

“Runningboards Marketing brightens up and changes the landscape of business here in Paducah,” Brown said. “DAV will be the most eye-catching thing around for many people. Now, it is important to support businesses that are struggling with affordable, alternative advertising. We can help businesses expand when it’s needed most, given the current climate.”

By offering a low-cost business model and a can’t-miss digital advertising opportunity, Runningboards Marketing proves why it remains a lucrative franchise in any economic climate.

About Runningboards Marketing

Runningboards Marketing has a simple cutting-edge business model, using DAV®, or Digital Advertising Vehicle, pronounced “dave”, a digital mobile billboard.

To learn more about franchising with Runningboards Marketing, visit https://rbm-franchise.com/.

14 05, 2020

BrightStar Care Joins Forces with Franworth to Accelerate PPE Distribution to Franchise Brands

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-05-14T11:57:22-04:00May 14th, 2020|Tags: BrightStar Care, Harmony Home Care, home care and medical staffing franchise, home health care, medical and non-medical services|

More Than 100 Franchise Brands Associated With International Franchise Association Access PPE As Result of BrightStar Care and Franworth Partnership.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. — In the midst of COVID-19, there have been many examples of companies innovating and partnering to solve unprecedented challenges. To ensure the safety of BrightStar Care clients and franchise employees to continue providing the highest quality of in-home care during the pandemic, CEO and founder Shelly Sun and her team leveraged resources across the globe and quickly secured necessary PPE. With over $2 Million invested in the procurement side of the equation, the BrightStar Care team enlisted the help of Franworth, a franchise-focused growth equity firm led by immediate past International Franchise Association (IFA) Chair David Barr and Founder and CEO John Rotche. BrightStar Care leveraged the Franworth’s state-of-the-art Fulfillment Division to facilitate and accelerate distribution of crucial PPE materials for its franchise system. Now BrightStar Care and Franworth are offering access to the PPE inventory to the franchise community at cost.

With nearly 340 locations, each BrightStar Care independently owned and operated agency employs nurses and caregivers who are on the frontline, providing in-home care and ensuring the most vulnerable population can remain safe at home and out of hospitals. Through the rapid capabilities of the Franworth Fulfillment Division proprietary supply chain system, BrightStar Care was able to fill and distribute orders for all franchise owners of essential PPE including N-95 masks, face shields, digital thermometers, disposable gloves and hand sanitizer bottles. As a result, Franworth’s services enabled BrightStar Care’s independently owned and operated small businesses to continue serving and protecting the safety and well-being of their staff and clients.

“It’s been a long journey, but we wanted to support the entire franchise community in the fight against this pandemic by making PPE available for everyone regardless of who they are caring for during these times. Partnering with Franworth has made this all possible,” said Shelly Sun, CEO and Founder of BrightStar Care. “We always want to do the right thing, so we have invested more than $2 million in PPE and vetted all sources thoroughly so that our franchisees can instead focus on their business. Our goal is to protect BrightStar Care clients and ensure that our offices’ employees can continue providing the highest quality of in-home care during the pandemic. We also want to empower the entire franchise industry to truly make a difference in their local communities and taking the workload away from them when it comes to sourcing PPE frees them up to do what they do best.”

With PPE supplies in high demand, many businesses are struggling to determine how to prepare for reopening while maintaining the safety of staff and customers and items remain scarce. As leaders within the franchise industry, BrightStar Care and Franworth have expanded their partnership in an effort to help more franchisors gain access to the materials they need, extending PPE at cost to fellow IFA members through the reliable and unparalleled services of Franworth’s Fulfillment Division. Since the launch of this initiative, BrightStar Care and Franworth have fulfilled PPE orders for more than 100 franchise companies, providing them with the resources they need to reopen their business while following the health and safety guidelines of their local community.

“Limited access to PPE materials is one of the biggest challenges facing businesses today, and we’re proud to be partnering with BrightStar Care and leveraging the capabilities of Franworth’s Fulfillment Division to support the franchising community,” said Franworth President of Procurement Dan Hannay. “We know that our technology and supply chain resources can alleviate some of the burden for franchisors who are trying to support their franchisees through the COVID-19 pandemic. Having an opportunity to make a positive impact on fellow IFA members has been incredibly rewarding and we look forward to helping more brands facilitate their PPE distribution needs and navigate the challenges of these unprecedented times.”

Franworth’s Fulfillment Division is an invaluable warehousing, procurement and distribution resource for its portfolio and affiliate franchise brands, providing value to companies of all sizes.

For more information on how Franworth can help support distribution and fulfillment needs for your business, visit www.franworth.com/liberty.

For more information on BrightStar Care please visit www.brightstarcare.com.

About Franworth

Headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Franworth accelerates value for brands and independent unit value for franchisees using our proven franchise systems, professional support services and shared resources platform. Partnering with Franworth gives franchise concepts access to an expansive suite of best-in-class processes, talent, technology, proprietary supply chain system and logistics designed to help scale their businesses efficiently to achieve profitability and maximize their potential for success. Led by a team of industry veterans with more than 450 years of combined experience, Franworth’s executive board and leadership team includes Founder, CEO and Managing Director John Rotche, CFE; Managing Director and Partner David Barr; Partner Drew Brees; President and Chief Operating Officer Dave Keil; General Counsel and Chief of Staff Jonathan Koudelka; Chief Financial Officer David Taccolini, President of Procurement Dan Hannay, Operating Partner and Professional Services Division Lead Mike Skitzki; and Operating Partner and CEO of The Lash Lounge Meg Roberts. Franworth’s current portfolio of franchise brands includes The Lash Lounge®, skoah®, CITYROW® and Madison Reed Color Bar®. For more information on Franworth or to learn more about how it can help your company grow, visit franworth.com.

About BrightStar Care

Based in Chicago, BrightStar Care is a national private duty home care and medical staffing franchise with nearly 340 locations which provide medical and non-medical services to clients within their homes, as well as supplemental care staff to corporate clients. BrightStar Care franchise locations across the country employ over 20,000 caregivers and over 3,500 nurses who play a unique role in overseeing the care for each individual client. In addition, BrightStar Care is the only national home care franchise to receive The Joint Commission’s Enterprise Champion for Quality award every year since the award’s inception. For more information on BrightStar Care please visit www.brightstarcare.com.

14 05, 2020

Tint World® announces partnership with top antimicrobial auto application

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-05-14T11:46:33-04:00May 14th, 2020|Tags: automotive styling, Automotive Styling Centers, award-winning franchise, Tint World, window tinting and security film services|

National Automotive Styling Centers™ franchise teams with industry leader BioPledge® to enhance health and safety protection options.

BOCA RATON, Fla. — Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™, a premier automotive styling and window tinting franchise, has announced a partnership with BioPledge®, the EPA-registered, hospital-grade, AntiMicrobial Protection (AMP)™, offering their customers long-lasting, industry-leading protection from germs that can cause illness and odors.

The partnership is part of Tint World®’s ongoing commitment to helping vehicle owners stay safe and healthy during the COVID-19 crisis.

“BioPledge is an industry-leading disinfectant for treating microbes that can build up on high-touch surfaces inside vehicles, boats, homes, and offices,” said Charles J. Bonfiglio, CEO and president of Tint World®. “Our customers are looking for the additional level of security that BioPledge delivers right now, and during this challenging situation we’re doing everything we can to enhance their safety.”

BioPledge® is EPA-Registered, offering Anti-Microbial Protection (AMP)™ that instantly kills viruses, bacteria, mold, mildew, algae, and yeast – all without the use of caustic chemicals or scented masking agents. A one-time treatment of BioPledge® AMP™ forms a protective shield that delays the growth of harmful microbes on interior surfaces and prevents odors for up to 30 days after it is applied. BioPledge® AMP™ treatments also remove organic and inorganic odors from air, carpet, upholstery, and other “high-touch” surfaces.

“With this partnership, Tint World® customers will have the number one option for preventing germs and microbes in their vehicles, which is a critical service and one that’s top of mind for most people right now,” said Alex Baranga, president of BioPledge®. “Tint World®’s success is built on providing the highest-quality products and services that are available, and BioPledge® is looking forward to being part of that mission.”

Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™ offer sales and installation of auto and marine accessories, mobile electronics, audio video equipment, security systems, custom wheels and tire packages, window tinting, vehicle wraps, paint protection films, detailing services, nano ceramic coatings, maintenance and repair services, and more. Tint World® is also the leading provider of residential, commercial and marine computerized window tinting and security film services with locations throughout the U.S. and abroad, with franchise opportunities available worldwide.

About BioPledge
BioPledge LLC offers its proprietary BioPledge® AntiMicrobial Protection (AMP)™ to auto dealerships and industry retailers in order to augment their existing cleaning and detailing services. BioPledge® AntiMicrobial Protection (AMP)™ addresses the cleansing of both the cabin interior and the air filtration system removing interior odors caused by everyday life as well as the unexpected. Odors from spills, food and pets along with odor-causing bacteria, fungi and algae are all over cars. These odors settle into the cabin of the car and will continue to circulate when using the vent or Heat/AC. A one-time treatment of BioPledge® AMP™ forms a protective shield that delays the growth of harmful microbes on interior surfaces and prevents odors for up to 30 days after it is applied. For more information, visit http://www.biopledge.com/.

About Tint World

Founded in 1982, Tint World® has grown to become the leading franchise provider of automotive styling, residential, commercial and marine window tinting and security film services. With Automotive Styling Centers™ in the U.S. and abroad, each franchise location houses approximately 20 profit centers, ranging from in-store accessory installations to off-site sales and installation of residential, commercial and marine window tinting and security films. To find out more, please visit www.TintWorld.com and www.TintWorldFranchise.com. You can also like them on Facebook.

14 05, 2020

Chem-Dry Announces Sanitizing Service for Homes & Businesses

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-05-14T11:18:25-04:00May 14th, 2020|Tags: carpet and upholstery cleaning service, carpet cleaning franchise, Chem-Dry, green-certified solution, proprietary Hot Carbonating Extraction cleaning process|

New Offering from 43-Year-Old Market Leader Helps Eliminate Bacteria & Viruses Amid Pandemic.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Chem-Dry, the world’s leading carpet and upholstery cleaning service with a network serving over 11,000 homes and businesses a day across 55 countries, announced the rollout of a specialized Sanitizing Service that targets areas of homes and workplaces most prone to viruses, bacteria and germs.

As the Healthy Home Authority^®, Chem-Dry has been making homes and workplaces cleaner, healthier and safer for more than 25 years by combining its proprietary Hot Carbonating Extraction process with an EPA-registered, hospital-grade sanitizer for use on surfaces such as carpets, upholstery, rugs, tile/stone and wood floors, and granite countertops. The new Sanitizing Service for homes and workspaces will focus on applying a professional sanitizer to surfaces most vulnerable to the transmission of viruses, bacteria and germs including:

Homes:
- High Contact Areas: Door handles, cabinet knobs-pulls, chair handles, chair backs, countertops, light switches, refrigerator door handles, sink faucets, sink handles, stair rails, tabletops, toilet handles, etc.
- Low Contact Areas: Flooring (i.e., carpet, LVT, VCT, wood, tile and stone), upholstery, furniture, rugs, etc.
Commercial Locations:
- High Contact Areas: Chair handles, chair backs, desktops, door handles, light switches, lobby doors, elevator buttons, computer keyboards, computer mouse, desk phones, tables, stair rails, bathroom stalls, doors, sink faucets, handles, paper towel dispensers, water fountains, vending machines, printers, etc.
- Low Contact Areas: Flooring (i.e., carpet, LVT, VCT, wood, tile and stone), upholstery, furniture, rugs, etc.

“Coming through the COVID-19 pandemic, the way people think about the health and safety of their indoor environments will never be the same,” said Ed Quinlan, President of Chem-Dry, part of the BELFOR Franchise Group family of brands. “Chem-Dry has a long-standing reputation for creating cleaner, healthier spaces through our proprietary cleaning and sanitizing services. Our objective in introducing a sanitizing-centric service is to provide peace of mind to families and employers regarding the safety of where they’re spending major portions of their time as they settle into the new normal.”

To ensure the safest experience possible, Chem-Dry technicians are following strict safety guidelines and best practices with guidance from the CDC, including:

Wearing medical gloves, shoe covers and facial coverings (when appropriate)
Cleaning & applying hospital-grade sanitizer to equipment between jobs
Observing safe physical distancing
Implementing contactless transactions whenever possible

The Chem-Dry protocols follow CDC guidelines and recommendations for home cleaning to help stop the spread of viruses, bacteria, and germs, including the use of a hospital-grade sanitizer that is registered with the EPA. Based on lab testing, its sanitizer eliminates 99.9% of bacteria and viruses from hard non-porous surfaces like tile, stone, wood, laminates and vinyl and is approved by the EPA for use against SARS-CoV-2, the cause of COVID-19. In addition to the rollout of the new Sanitizing Service, for a limited time, Chem-Dry customers who purchase a Healthy Home Cleaning Package can receive a professional free wipe-down of high touch points such as door knobs, handrails, faucets, light switches and more using the company’s hospital-grade sanitizer.

Chem-Dry creates cleaner, healthier indoor environments with its proprietary equipment and solutions for carpet, upholstery, granite countertops and hard floor surfaces, such as wood, tile and laminates. In further testing of its processes, a study by a leading independent laboratory concluded that the Chem-Dry Hot Carbonating Extraction cleaning method removes 98% of common household allergens from carpets and upholstery and 89% of airborne bacteria when combined with a sanitizer, helping to improve indoor air quality. Chem-Dry has a national partnership with the Indoor Air Quality Association (IAQA), working to raise awareness and provide education on the importance of indoor air quality in maintaining the health and safety of homes and businesses.

About Chem-Dry

Founded in 1977, Chem-Dry is the world’s leading carpet and upholstery cleaning service with a network spanning over 55 countries and serving over 11,000 homes and businesses a day worldwide. Its green-certified core cleaning solution and proprietary Hot Carbonating Extraction cleaning process provide a deeper clean, allow surfaces to dry faster, and leave homes and workplaces healthier. In addition to being ranked the number one carpet cleaning franchise by Entrepreneur magazine for 31 consecutive years and ranked among the top 10 concepts in the magazine’s list of Top Home-Based Franchises for 19 consecutive years, Chem-Dry has been ranked as the world’s Best House & Office Franchise in the 2018 Global Franchise Awards. For more information about Chem-Dry and to find a local operator, visit www.chemdry.com, or for more information on franchise opportunities, visit www.chemdryfranchise.com. Chem-Dry is a member of the BELFOR Franchise Group family of brands.

13 05, 2020

Assisted Living Locators and Dementia Care Education Partner to Deliver Senior Industry Best-Practice Service, Dementia Care Support To Families During COVID-19

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-05-13T12:11:01-04:00May 13th, 2020|Tags: assisted living communities, Assisted Living Locators, franchisee sales training, in-home care, independent retirement options, memory care, senior care placement|

First Nationwide Senior Placement Franchisor To Achieve Dementia Care System-Certification.

PHOENIX — Assisted Living Locators, a national senior placement franchisor, and Dementia Care Education, the leading Alzheimer’s/dementia education, training, and consulting organization, announced today they have partnered to raise the bar and deliver best-practice service and dementia care support to families during COVID-19. All Assisted Living Locators’ 140 franchisees are now dementia certified, with the majority choosing the Dementia Care Certified® designation, making it the first nationwide senior placement service to achieve system-certification.

“With 5.8 million people in the U.S. living with Alzheimer’s disease, a large number of our senior placements involve families having to locate assisted living or memory care for their loved ones,” said Angela Olea, Assisted Living Locators CEO RN. “The double hit of dementia and the COVID-19 pandemic has raised great concerns for people living with dementia. Having this dementia care training helps us provide much-needed support to families during COVID-19, allowing us to educate them about the disease and what facilities are best suited for their loved one’s needs.

“We are excited to align forces with such a forward-thinking company,” said Brian Browne, President of Dementia Care Education. “Assisted Living Locators provides exceptional service to families throughout the country. With our years of experience and track-record of expertise in education and training, we stand poised to positively impact care and quality of life for many families. Knowledge is power and being able to arm the senior placement leaders with the tools to provide better care and hold care facilities to a higher standard is a win for everyone caring for this vulnerable population.”

After being trained and certified, Assisted Living Locators franchisees will be required to obtain CEU’s to maintain their certification and to stay abreast of the most current information in the field.

If you are noticing changes in your loved one’s cognitive health and have questions about dementia care, speak to an Assisted Living Locators Senior Care Advisor at 877-266-7788 or visit www.assistedlivinglocators.com.

About Dementia Care Education

Dementia Care Education is a recognized innovator and distinguished leader providing industry-best dementia education, training, and consultation. We create best-practice dementia training and education curriculum that is specifically designed to meet the CEU educational needs of healthcare, senior care professionals and caregivers. Visit: www.DementiaCareEducation.com.

SOURCE Assisted Living Locators

About Assisted Living Locators

Assisted Living Locators offers a no cost, nationwide senior care placement and referral service for in-home companion care, independent retirement options, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing facilities. The company has 140 franchisees in 36 states and the District of Columbia. Assisted Living Locators is ranked in Entrepreneur’s 2020 Franchise 500® issue and Franchise Business Review’s 2020 Top Franchises Report. Visit: www.AssistedLivingLocators.com.

12 05, 2020

Saladworks Kicks Off National Salad Month with Interactive Social Campaign

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-05-12T13:37:49-04:00May 12th, 2020|Tags: fast-casual create-your-own salad franchise, food delivery services, made-to-order salads, Saladworks|

Saladworks Encourages Guests to Participate in Wellness Routines and Focus on “You” Through “You Are A-May-Zing 30-Day Challenge”.

WEST CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa. — With stay-at-home orders extended in many states, people are continuing to find new ways to stay active, healthy and sane while in quarantine. Saladworks, the nation’s leading fast-casual create-your-own salad franchise, created a 30-day wellness challenge to celebrate National Salad Month throughout May. While many are still quarantined at home, the month of May is the perfect time to focus on one’s well-being, especially with summer around the corner. Additionally, this social campaign allows Saladworks to interact with its guests during a time when social distancing is of utmost importance.

All month guests can go on to Saladworks social media pages, i.e. Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, to access the daily challenges. Each week Saladworks posts the weekly challenge for participants to do each day. Over the four weeks, there will be four different wellness themes that each challenge falls under – Create & Relate; Restore & Explore; Nature & Nurture; Nourish & Nutrition. Social media fans can participate in the day’s challenge directly with Saladworks or post it to their own social media tagging the brand for a chance to win free salads, rewards points and other prizes.

“In addition to our ‘Fives for Lives’ fundraising campaign which brings healthy, nutritious and flavorful meals to our local heroes battling COVID-19 on the front lines of this pandemic, we also wanted to create a way to engage with our guests and bring a smile to everyone’s face during such a difficult and uncertain time,” said Mark Mears, Chief Marketing Officer of Saladworks. “The ‘You Are A-May-Zing 30-Day Challenge’ has brought many together to celebrate National Salad Month in such a fun, original and interactive way, while also emphasizing ways to stay healthy, fit and well from live Instagram workouts and fitness tips to cooking demos for at-home salads.”

The premise of the “You Are A-May-Zing 30-Day Challenge” interactive social campaign is to celebrate and gamify National Salad Month and encourage guests to complete these challenges each day of the week around their unique “original” routines. With boredom becoming more rampant as the pandemic prolongs, these daily challenges add a little bit of fun and flavor to people’s days.

“We really want people to use this month to focus on themselves in all aspects of their lives,” said Mears. “These challenges were designed specifically to fortify people’s bodies, build up immune systems, stimulate minds and bring the family closer together during a time when all of those aspects are so important. By helping to ‘fuel the originality’ of our guests, we can all emerge from this pandemic even better than before.”

Along with the “You Are A-May-Zing 30-Day Challenge” campaign, Saladworks is doing its part to serve guests through the pandemic by offering free delivery on orders placed through its website as well as specific delivery specials via its partners at Door Dash, GrubHub and Uber Eats. In all cases, each Saladworks meal will be offered in tamper-resistant packaging with curbside service available for the health and safety of its guests.

Saladworks, which has been in business for more than 30 years, has always placed a focus on guest originality through its array of over 60 fresh, flavorful and healthy ingredients. In addition to its Signature recipes, Saladworks offers create-your-own options, including salads, wraps, grain bowls and more. For more information about the menu and current offers, visit www.saladworks.com.

ABOUT SALADWORKS:

With over 100 locations across 18 states and two countries, Saladworks is the nation’s leading fast-casual create-your-own salad destination. Saladworks guests can enjoy made-to-order salads from the freshest vegetables, fruits, proteins and delicious dressings, together with a selection of freshly-made wraps, grain bowls, and other menu items. Founded in 1986, Saladworks has been delivering the most original, sustainable and incredible salad experience to guests for more than 30 years. For more information, visit www.saladworks.com.

12 05, 2020

Always Best Care Launches National Caregiver Recruitment Campaign Amid COVID-19

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-05-12T13:19:13-04:00May 12th, 2020|Tags: Always Best Care Senior Services, Always in Touch program, assisted living placement services, non-medical in-home care, senior care franchise systems, skilled home health care|

Leading senior care franchise aims to hire thousands of caregivers in response to increased demand for in-home care.

ROSEVILLE, Calif. — Always Best Care Senior Services, one of the leading senior care franchise systems in the United States, announced today the launch of an aggressive nationwide caregiver recruitment campaign to meet an increased demand for in-home care amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Always Best Care provides essential services to seniors and disabled adults, including non-medical in-home care and assisted living referral services, as well as skilled home care for clients that suffer from illness or injury. Always Best Care delivers its services through an international network of more than 200 independently owned and operated franchise territories throughout the United States and Canada.

“It’s widely recognized that the elderly population is extremely vulnerable to the novel coronavirus, and as a result, the landscape of senior care will likely be changed forever,” said Jake Brown, President and CEO of Always Best Care. “Compassionate, hard-working and dedicated caregivers are the foundation of Always Best Care, and with the sudden shift to our industry, we recognize the need to build upon our network with individuals looking to help. With outstanding benefits and training programs in place, we urge those looking to make a positive impact – whether an experienced caregiver or someone looking for a new opportunity – to contact their local Always Best Care to learn about career opportunities.”

With thousands of caregivers already on hand, Always Best Care is recognized for being an employer of choice within its sector through its impressive caregiver benefits. Local offices across the country offer various benefits including flexible schedules, competitive wages, ongoing training programs and certifications, employee recognition initiatives, among many others.

“I couldn’t be where I am without my company; without my Always Best Care company. The whole staff is just wonderful. They’re excellent. I couldn’t be where I am today without them,” said Quandra Conner, caregiver at Always Best Care of Midlothian. “I want them to know that it’s not just me; it’s all of us. We’re in this together, and we want it to work together.”

With stay-at-home orders in place for seniors, Always Best Care is also emphasizing its proprietary telephone reassurance program, Always In Touch. The program offers daily check-ins or weekly socialization calls, providing a virtual alternative for companionship and a sense of security that the senior is not alone. Always Best Care is one of the only major senior care franchise systems to provide this kind of program as a service to its clients.* In addition to Always In Touch, Always Best Care offers a variety of other non-medical in-home care services, including prescription pickup, grocery shopping and more.

By working with case managers, social workers, discharge planners, doctors, and families, Always Best Care franchise owners provide affordable, comprehensive solutions that can be specifically matched to meet a client’s particular physical or social needs. For additional information on Always Best Care’s caregiver benefits, please visit AlwaysBestCare.com/Caregivers/.

* Always in Touch is not a referral service or medical alert service, nor is it a substitute for professional medical advice or for the care that patients receive from their physicians and medical advisors. In the event of a medical emergency, you must call your doctor or 911 immediately.

About Always Best Care

Founded in 1996, Always Best Care Senior Services is based on the belief that having the right people for the right level of care means peace of mind for the client and family. Always Best Care assists seniors with a wide range of conditions and personal needs, and currently provides millions of hours of care every year. Franchise opportunities are available to individuals interested in leveraging the company’s clear strategy and proven track record for delivering affordable, dependable service to seniors in their local areas.

Always Best Care also offers an exclusive program called Always in Touch, a telephone reassurance program that provides a daily phone call to seniors and disabled adults who are living alone and have limited contact with the outside world. Always in Touch is a national telephone reassurance program offered in the USA and Canada. For more information on Always in Touch, or to request an application, visit www.Always-In-Touch.com.

11 05, 2020

CycleBar Among First to Install Innovative Air Purifier to Address COVID-19

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-05-11T10:35:27-04:00May 11th, 2020|Tags: certified CycleStar® instructors, fast-growing company, fitness franchise, indoor cycling franchise, rider-specific performance CycleStats® data|

Boutique Fitness Studio Boasts Safest Place to Work Out in Worcester County.

MILFORD, Mass. — Today, CycleBar Milford, a boutique fitness studio specializing in indoor cycling, announced that they are among the first fitness centers in Worcester County to install the award-winning REME HALO® in-duct air purifying unit by RGF Environmental Group, Inc. RGF first developed this technology over 20 years ago, and since then more than one million cells have been in use worldwide across health care, food processing, military and hospitality industries. Although testing specific to the efficacy against COVID-19 is ongoing, this technology has been specified in the Norovirus and MRSA protection plan of America’s largest restaurant chains, hotel chains, theme parks, cruise lines, public schools and hospitals.

The unit is installed directly into the studio’s HVAC system and actively distributes hydro-peroxide plasma that is circulated throughout the entire studio including the cycling theatre, community room, bathrooms and front lobby. Unlike passive air technologies, which need pollutants to pass through the unit for purification or filtration, the REME HALO® in-duct air purifier sweeps through our space actively purifying pollutants at the source. The hydro-peroxide plasma has been proven to be 99% effective in neutralizing viruses, bacteria and mold in the air as well as on surfaces.

“For those that have visited our studio, you know how much pride all of the CycleBar staff members take in the cleanliness of our studio,” says owner/operator John DiChiaro. “However, despite these efforts, we recognize that members may be hesitant to return to the studio amid COVID-19 concerns. We made the decision to install the REME HALO to stay ahead of the curve and create the safest environment for people to work out and stay healthy.”

The re-opening celebration will include discounted membership specials, giveaways and “members-only” events. Follow CycleBar Milford’s social media pages to stay informed. CycleBar Milford does not have a confirmed re-opening date yet.

About CycleBar

CycleBar is the largest indoor cycling franchise in the world, offering riders a 45-minute full-body workout in an immersive concert environment with state-of-the-art tracking, audio and lighting. Its parent company, Xponential Fitness, boasts a variety of premium fitness brands including Club Pilates, StretchLab, Row House, Pure Barre, YogaSix, AKT, and STRIDE. Each location is independently owned and operated. For more information visit www.cyclebar.com/location/milford.

11 05, 2020

Leading printing franchise provides innovative solutions as Bay Area businesses prepare to reopen

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-05-11T10:23:07-04:00May 11th, 2020|Tags: AlphaGraphics, marketing products and solutions, print and marketing franchise, printing services franchise, visual communications|

AlphaGraphics helps clients adapt for success in changing economy.

SAN FRANCISCO — AlphaGraphics, a leading provider of printing and marketing solutions in San Francisco for more than 30 years, continues to provide essential products and services for companies in the Bay Area as California begins the process of reopening for business after the coronavirus shutdown.

The center, located at 840 Sansome St., is seeing increased demand in recent weeks for new signage communicating COVID-19-related messaging such as social-distancing requirements and health and safety guidelines.

“As the economy restarts, business owners and property managers are recognizing that they have critical new information to share with employees, customers and the general public,” said Manuel Torres, the owner of AlphaGraphics. “The circumstances are continually changing, but we have a team here that can work with clients to identify the solutions that will work best for them. We’re ready to consult with them and share our expertise to provide the exact products they need.”

Torres and the AlphaGraphics team have recently created floor graphics to mark off social-distancing standards and wall signs encouraging people to stand six feet apart and wear safety masks on elevators. In addition, the center has produced yard signs and “graduation in a box” packages for graduates whose ceremonies were canceled, business-related backgrounds for video conferences and a medical manual for health-care facilities made of synthetic paper than can be sanitized and reused.

“San Francisco’s own DNA is founded on 24/7 energy and the city’s ability to create and innovate. The members of the AlphaGraphics team share that energy, and we are problem-solvers and innovators,” Torres said. “We’re here to make our customers look good. The key to that during these challenging times is working closely with them to understand what will help them succeed in this new environment.”

For more information about this AlphaGraphics center, call (415) 781-4910 or visit https://www.alphagraphics.com/centers/san-francisco-california-us684.html.

AlphaGraphics was founded in 1970 and began offering franchise opportunities in 1979. For more information, visit http://www/alphagraphics.com.

About MBE Worldwide
MBE Worldwide S.p.A. (“MBE”), a privately-owned holding company based in Milan – Italy, is a third party provider of shipping, fulfillment, printing and marketing solutions to small and medium enterprises and retail consumers via a network of independently owned and operated franchised locations. MBE Service Centers facilitate the activities of entrepreneurs, people and businesses through an easy-to-access distribution network and customized services and products delivered with a distinguished and unique level of customer service. MBE presently operates under three different brands: Mail Boxes Etc., AlphaGraphics and PostNet and its global network counts currently 2,550+ locations in 47 countries, with FY2018 System-wide Sales of €861($956) Million.

About AlphaGraphics

AlphaGraphics, Inc., with more than 285 locations in 5 countries, is one of the largest U.S.-based networks of locally-owned and operated Business Centers offering a complete range of print, visual communications, and marketing products and solutions including: full-service digital, offset, and large format printing; design services; mailing; one-to-one marketing solutions; promotional products; web to print solutions. For more information about AlphaGraphics services, visit www.alphagraphics.com. To learn about franchise opportunities, visit www.alphagraphicsfranchise.com.

8 05, 2020

Oasis Senior Advisors Distribute Face Shields for Healthcare Workers

Tatyana Stemkovski2020-05-08T10:13:12-04:00May 8th, 2020|Tags: Alzheimer's research, elder law, hospital discharge, Oasis Senior Advisors, senior housing, senior housing placement network, senior living community advisors, specialty care, transitional housing solutions|

Franchisees provide much needed equipment across the country.

BONITA SPRINGS, Fla. — A deep desire to help healthcare workers. A commitment to its communities. A decades-long friendship. That was the package built out of passion and caring that has enabled Oasis Senior Advisors to provide plastic face shields for hospitals and skilled nursing facilities across the country.

Oasis Senior Advisors is a nation-wide network of compassionate advisors who connect seniors and their families to the resources they need and help make the transition to a senior living community that is the right fit. That compassion took on new meaning recently as Oasis Senior Advisors President John Benbrook took an idea, connected with an old friend and soon thousands of face shields were being produced for hospitals and skilled nursing facilities that partner with Oasis Senior Advisors.

“We really felt like we could help in a good way, help our partners who need it most,” Oasis Senior Advisors President John Benbrook said.

Benbrook reached out to high school friend Don Terwilliger, president of Digital Color Concepts, a high-tech printing company based in Mountainside, N.J., to inquire about their operation producing the shields.

“They jumped all over it,” Benbrook said. “They saw the hotspots in New Jersey, New York and Maryland. It was no mystery to them. It literally took us five minutes to put this plan together.”

To date, the printing facility has produced thousands of shields that have been distributed to Oasis Senior Advisors franchisees who have donated them to 51 hospitals and 91 skilled nursing facilities. Digital Color Concepts has the capability of producing 500 shields a day and could make up to 17,000. The company is making them for hospitals, nursing homes and food and beverage companies.

“And this is at zero cost to those receiving the shields,” Benbrook said. There are shipping costs involved but those are being donated by the franchises distributing the masks.

“In the face of change and in the face of challenges, you focus on what you can control and where you can have a positive impact,” said Benbrook, who also thanks his good friend for stepping up so quickly. “There is 35 years of trust there.”

In this difficult time, Oasis Senior Advisors franchisees continue to work with senior living communities, skilled nursing facilities and partners in every industry to connect seniors and their families to the right resources.

“In this uncertainty and doubt, it is easy to get paralyzed,” Benbrook said. “Our value is how we communicate. We are finding creative ways to connect to families and business partners through virtual tours and utilizing safety protocols.”

Learn more about Oasis Senior Advisors and their locations throughout the United States at OasisSeniorAdvisors.com.

About Oasis Senior Advisors

Founded in 2014 by Tim Evankovich, Oasis Senior Advisors provides free, personalized assistance in finding senior living solutions for seniors and their families that best fit their needs. This includes independent living, assisted living, memory care, residential care homes, respite and more. The company, based in Bonita Springs, Florida, services a growing number of franchises across the United States. Their personalized and caring approach has built a dynamic network of partners such as hospital discharge planners, elder law attorneys, home care and more. Through client satisfaction and strong partnerships throughout the country, Oasis Senior Advisors is positioned for continued growth. Franchise opportunities are available nationwide. Visit oasissenioradvisors.com or call 888-455-5838 to learn more.

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