BANNOCKBURN, Illinois—BrightStar Care, a homecare and medical staffing franchise, announced a significant business milestone: reaching 400 open locations.
"Reaching 400 open and operating locations is a remarkable milestone for our brand and a testament to the dedication of our franchisees and collaboration of our entire team," said BrightStar Care Chief Development Officer, Pete First. "With only 15% to 20% of franchisors ever surpassing 100 units, and an even smaller percentage—just 5% to 10%—achieving over 400, this accomplishment is truly noteworthy."
BrightStar Care is advancing its strategic expansion in response to the increasing demand for home and senior care services across the U.S. In the first half of 2024 alone, the company welcomed 15 new franchisees, secured 24 additional franchise agreements and surpassed 400 committed franchises. This growth extends across 14 states, including Minnesota (3), Oklahoma (2), Texas (3), California (2), Wisconsin, Michigan, Washington, New Mexico, Georgia, New Jersey, Indiana, Illinois and Ohio. Through this continued expansion, BrightStar Care said it reaffirms its dedication to meeting the evolving needs of the aging population.
Each opening creates substantial employment opportunities in each market, spanning office roles, nursing positions and non-medical caregiving. These positions offer invaluable experience for individuals aspiring to build careers in health care or the franchise sector. Many franchisees begin their journey in these roles, gaining firsthand industry knowledge and expertise before transitioning into ownership.
As homecare agencies continue to experience rapid growth, sustaining strong brand management, delivering high-quality services across all locations and maintaining a solid system for franchisee recruitment and support are essential to long-term success. BrightStar Care offers franchisee support, comprehensive onboarding, continuous training and unified marketing strategies. BrightStar Care said its mission is centered on delivering a higher standard of care, and the company aims to ensure its franchisees are well-equipped to meet the growing demands of the industry while upholding its reputation for excellence.
The company aims to accelerate its growth further, with additional openings planned in Q4 and a strong group of franchisees already committed to open in 2025.
For more information on franchising with BrightStar Care, visit brightstarfranchising.com.
