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What qualifications are necessary to own a Synergy
HomeCare franchise?
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Strong people skills. The required amount of capital. Financial
stability. Business/management background. A desire to succeed. Non-medical
home care experience is not necessary.
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What systems and procedures does Synergy HomeCare have
in place?
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We offer an integrated scheduling software solution that gives
you the power to start up and run your franchise effectively and efficiently.
This Web-based application automates the tracking of client's needs and
matches the appropriate caregiver. Our software solution gives you the edge
on billing and receivables management, employee productivity and performance,
customer service measurements, scheduling, payroll, and database management.
Comprehensive, ongoing training for franchisees, managers and caregivers
keeps quality high. Meetings, research, training, webinars, newsletters, and
location visits by trained staff creates a network of support.
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What training does Synergy HomeCare provide?
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Quality training programs set us apart from other franchisors.
New franchisee orientation and training takes place in Arizona. We also
provide a startup checklist and pre-class workbook to step you through
everything you need in order to open your doors for business. After you open your home care business, we
will then provide a series of marketing webinars to make sure you get off on
the right track.
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Is training mandatory? What does it cost?
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Training is mandatory. The franchise owner/s must complete the
Synergy HomeCare five day training program at our corporate training center. We also have once a year our Annual
Franchise Meeting. This event is
typically three days and provides additional training and networking
opportunities for our franchise owners.
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What about advertising and promotional programs?
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Franchisees contribute to a National Marketing Fund. These funds
are used for advertising, graphic design, marketing collateral generation,
seminars, public relations and sales programs that may include: internet
marketing, onlilne advertising, public relations, newsletters, newspaper,
commercials and radio to build your client base.
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What about term of franchise agreements and franchise
fees?
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The Synergy HomeCare franchise term is five years with
consecutive five year renewal terms out to thirty years. Royalty payments are made weekly and are
used for ongoing training and support of Synergy HomeCare franchisees. As you
can see, we are in this business for the long-term and want franchisees with
similar aspirations.
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