These days, building a business that enriches lives is a rare occurrence. A fast-food franchisee may believe that opening a new location will be a lucrative investment, but other than money, what are the community benefits? For most franchise owners, money is enough of a reason. But what choices does a person have if they want financial stability and an opportunity to make a real difference in their community?
If you hold yourself to a higher business standard, franchise opportunities in Arlington, TX are now available with Always Best Care.
Since being founded in 1996, thousands of American families have trusted Always Best Care senior care for compassionate home care services. We are known for providing the very best non-medical home care for seniors who wish to remain at home as they age. Our home care franchise owners play a crucial role in preserving the independence and dignity of our clients, and now you can too.
Simply put, the home care industry is booming. If you're reading this page, you're in the right place at the right time. As a result, you can find senior care business opportunities in just about every American community. As the home care market continues to grow, your home care business will grow as well, and that growth is easy to sustain when you consider these U.S. based stats:
During the next 30 years, seniors will make up 20% of the U.S. population. When given a choice, these people want to maintain their current lifestyle, not check into a nursing home. The challenge is that as people age, mobility problems, health issues, and memory lapses happen more frequently. About 80% of seniors have at least one chronic health condition, while 50% have at least two. So, while seniors want to age at home, they need a little help to do so. As an Always Best Care franchisee, that's where you come in - to provide consistent, compassionate support to the growing demographic of seniors who need care in your community.
The bottom line? Since home care is the fastest-growing industry in the U.S., and seniors represent the fastest-growing demographic of our population, capitalizing on home business opportunities is a stable path to profitability for decades to come.
However, changing demographics aren't the only factor driving unprecedented growth in the home care industry. Attitudes are changing about aging, too.
Statistics show that most baby boomers have a strong desire to remain independent as they age. These hardworking Americans are turning their noses up at the idea of spending their golden years in a strange nursing home. They have an unshakeable yearning to live life at home as long as possible. This factor, combined with advances in modern medicine that are helping seniors live longer, has set the stage for more home care franchise opportunities than ever before.
Research by the University of Alabama shows that more than seven million people in the U.S. need some form of home care. This fact is bolstered by the rising trend of "aging in place." Seniors not only want to be self-sufficient - they wish to remain at home, where the surroundings are familiar and family is near. Always Best Care nurtures this need by providing quality in-home care that helps both the seniors in need and their families.
When you implement Always Best Care's proven business model, your senior care franchise in Arlington, TX will become a pillar in your community. You will be part of a highly regarded, reputable organization that others will respect. While you refine your reputation and earn respect, you'll be living an entrepreneurial lifestyle that lets you make a difference in other people's lives.
Great entrepreneurs are always on the lookout for recession-resistant franchising opportunities. In light of the COVID-19 Pandemic, in-home care is now an essential service -- one that will continue to be needed, regardless of the economy. No matter what hurdles we must overcome, one thing is for sure: people will always need care.
At Always Best Care, our proven franchise model enables hundreds of dedicated franchisees the opportunity to achieve financial freedom in the most uncertain times. Our award-winning training program provides franchisees with the tools to succeed and the stability they need.
Always Best Care is one of the fastest-growing senior care franchise systems because our franchisees are more than just business owners, they are compassionate professionals dedicated to helping others. Perhaps most importantly, their home care business lets them care for people in their community while building a rewarding business for themselves.
There's a reason why Always Best Care is consistently recognized by media outlets like Entrepreneur Magazine, Franchise Gator, and Franchise Business Review. We are one of the few senior care franchise systems that offer individuals from all walks of life the chance to generate three potential revenue streams in their community:
Our practical, proven business model gives home care franchise owners the certainty of increasing revenue, the promise of longevity in the marketplace, and the perks of an entrepreneurial lifestyle. Our in-home care, assisted living, and home health care services are trusted by families across the country. And unlike some senior care businesses, the Always Best Care brand is synonymous with excellence. We are dedicated to doing everything possible to help you build a successful home care franchise in Arlington, TX, including:
Like most things in life, you must establish a solid base of knowledge and expertise to achieve success in the home care industry. Fortunately, our unmatched training and support system makes it easy for new franchisees to get started on that path sooner rather than later.
Always Best Care has one of the most successful training systems in the industry. Aptly named ABCUniversity, our training program focuses on the operational activities of setting up, managing, and marketing your senior care agency. During your franchise onboarding process, you will work directly with a National Director or Area Representative, as well as the VP of Franchise Training.
We utilize a variety of media resources and time-tested techniques to help new franchisees absorb the Always Best Care system. When training is complete, new business owners learn the key methods needed to operate a successful Always Best Care franchise.
Building a successful senior care business isn't easy, and it will take time. However, Always Best Care provides new franchisees with unparalleled ongoing support on both local and corporate levels.
Based near your local franchise market, National Directors and Area Representatives provide business-building advice, on-the-spot coaching, and one-on-one mentoring. They offer extensive industry experience throughout multiple markets with guidance from our Executive Leadership Team - an invaluable experience for new and seasoned franchisees alike.
Always Best Care was one of the first senior care franchise companies to provide this additional layer of local assistance, mentoring, and proactive strategic growth. All new franchise owners can count on the following:
Our experienced corporate team works with new in-home care franchise owners to provide comprehensive training for you and your staff, marketing resources, performance metrics, turnkey operating tech, systemwide benchmarking, national accounts, and customer satisfaction support.
Your local Area Representative and our National Directors work with all new franchisees to arrange mentoring opportunities, communications and team-building strategies, and ongoing strategic planning. That way, you have a leg up in your market and access to key resources to build your confidence as you develop your business.
Your Always Best Care franchise development specialist will make sure you have contact information in your state to complete any state licensure requirements. We link you to the nation's top health care licensure consultants, thus allowing you to discover the most cost-effective and time-efficient procedures to get your license, launch your business, and begin serving your community.
Each Always Best Care franchise territory is protected and exclusive to you using zip codes in your state.
Our powerful combination of corporate and local support paves a clear and proven path for new Always Best Care franchise owners to succeed. And with your initial training, field training, and ongoing support, you always have access to Always Best Care repesentatives as you grow your senior home care business.
You may have seen a home care franchise for sale in Arlington, and thought to yourself, "I can do this! The timing may not get better than today." Of course, being ready and motivated to take on the challenges of franchise ownership is a must. However, some very careful self-analysis is needed before buying a franchise.
The reality is this: business ownership is not easy. While Always Best Care does everything in its power to set up new franchisees for success, the franchise owner must be prepared to manage the business. The very best home care franchise owners accept that they may have to work harder than they ever have in their lives.
Are you ready to make that commitment?
Ask yourself these questions before moving forward, so you can make a rational, educated purchasing decision:
The "secret" to franchising success is the consistency of the services and products that customers find at franchise locations. When you advertise the sign and logo of a franchise, you're letting customers know that you follow a specific system. If you are fiercely independent and refuse to follow established formulas, home care franchising might not be for you.
Anybody thinking about opening a home care business needs to be honest about their finances. One of the most common reasons businesses fail is a lack of capital. Remember, you will need enough money to both open and operate your home care business. Though Always Best Care is proud to offer low start-up costs relative to other franchises, an investment of time and money is required.
Your ability to interact well with your franchisor, franchisees, employees, and customers is crucial to your initial and ongoing success. After all, many franchise businesses are based around interacting with people. During the course of your day, a solid problem-solving skillset is also needed to succeed. To run a successful franchise, it's crucial to maintain good relationships with your corporate team, in-house staff, and customers.
If you're ready to seize the day and take destiny into your own hands, we're prepared to help you with the next steps of owning an Always Best Care franchise.
The next steps in your discovery process is to talk with an Always Best Care representative, request a Franchise Disclosure Document, complete an application, and "validate" everything you have learned about our winning franchise business model. Once complete, you will have a candid discussion with current franchisees who have been selected by experience to reach their entrepreneurial dreams.
At Always Best Care, we believe in providing you with the info you need to make an informed choice about our home care business franchise opportunities. Our Franchise Disclosure Document has detailed information covering the most important matters for prospective franchisees. We consider your Franchise Disclosure Document to be an indispensable legal document covering your rights and obligations. Once read, you will understand the relationship between Always Best Care and its home care franchisees.
With your discovery process finalized, your last few steps will be to have a private conversation with Always Best Care President and CEO Jake Brown. After your one-on-one meeting, our corporate team will approve or deny your status as an Always Best Care franchisee. Your personal meeting with our President and CEO may take place via video conference or phone. If you prefer, we can make arrangements for an in-person Discovery Day, where you can meet with our executive team at our corporate headquarters in Roseville, CA.
If you have made it this far, it's now time to learn more about Always Best Care and the enriching opportunity that lies ahead. If you are ready to turn your dreams of living an entrepreneurial lifestyle into reality, you're closer than ever before. By downloading our free E-Book , you're taking the exciting next steps towards building a home care business that makes a true difference in your community.
Founders and inventors require more than a golden idea to build and maintain successful new businesses. They need knowledge and resources to attract investors, meet customer demand and generate profits.For students at The University of Texas at Arlington, the Blackstone LaunchPad at the Center for Entrepreneurship and Econo...
Founders and inventors require more than a golden idea to build and maintain successful new businesses. They need knowledge and resources to attract investors, meet customer demand and generate profits.
For students at The University of Texas at Arlington, the Blackstone LaunchPad at the Center for Entrepreneurship and Economic Innovation (CEEI) facilitates access to a global network of mentors and advisers, delivering proven startup resources and unique training opportunities.
Most people don’t spend a lot of time thinking about how to train their finger muscles. But for Lucia Dominguez and her family of rock climbers, grip strength is the difference between a successful ascent and an accidental fall.
When Dominguez’s brother-in-law developed an adjustable 3D-printed hand grip, the UT Arlington business administration student recognized its potential to assist amateur climbers.
“Rock climbing is an intimidating sport, and it can be expensive to get started,” Dominguez said. “If we could commercialize this device, it would offer an affordable grip-training alternative for new climbers who don’t have easy access to the gym.”
Dubbing the invention the Pinch Master, she looked for opportunities to transfer the product to the marketplace. Dominguez entered UTA’s MavPitch business pitch competition, hoping her business plan would receive generous startup funding from the Maverick Entrepreneur Program and Award Fund. Her idea won third place and a prize of $12,600. A few days later, she received an unexpected invitation.
Kimberly Mayer, executive director of the CEEI, asked Dominguez to apply to attend Startup Grind, a global conference for entrepreneurs made available to UTA students through the University’s Blackstone LaunchPad.
Hands-on experiences like those offered by Startup Grind teach young entrepreneurs practical lessons about how to transform their ideas from paper to product. Blackstone LaunchPad sent Dominguez and peer Carissa Knitowski, founder and creator of Carissa’s Custom Costumes, to the San Francisco meeting with all expenses paid.
“At Startup Grind, I learned from professional entrepreneurs and innovators about the day-to-day operations of a startup company,” Dominguez said. “Now I have a better understanding of how to put our idea out into the world.”
Mayer said resources offered through Blackstone LaunchPad give UTA students the opportunity to share their ideas with peers from around the country.
“UTA’s student entrepreneurs demonstrate that their ideas are competitive at a national level as they participate in Blackstone LaunchPad programs,” Mayer said. “The caliber of their work is inspiring. I am always impressed.”
UT Arlington construction management student Hussein Matar dreams of returning to his native Lebanon to build infrastructure that will improve the lives of its citizens.
“One day, I would like to own a construction company that helps communities live better lives,” he said. “While I am in school, it is my goal to take advantage of every opportunity to learn how to be a good business owner.”
When Matar learned about Blackstone LaunchPad’s Bridge Venture Fellowship, he applied right away. The fellowship is a three-week crash course in venture capital that culminates in an in-person recruitment event with Texas-based firms.
During the course, Matar collaborated with peers from 10 schools within the University of Texas System and exchanged ideas with industry professionals.
“The fellowship opened my eyes to investment and fundraising practices that will help me in the future,” Matar said. “The tools I received from Blackstone LaunchPad have laid a strong foundation where I can start to build a company.”
In fall 2021, in collaboration with Blackstone LaunchPad, the CEEI hosted its inaugural Ideas Competition, where students with no prior entrepreneurial experience practiced their skills of distilling and presenting ideas.
Among this year’s winners is Kashish Dhal, a doctoral candidate in UTA’s Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. Dhal is the founder of Apex Robotics, a developer of drone autopilot software.
Drones equipped with Apex Robotics’ software increase inspection safety and efficiency by keeping humans away from dangerous environments. First responders are expected to be a key market for the product, which can be used to search for suspects in barricaded locations or identify victims trapped in fires.
At the competition, the best ideas received $1,000 to foster research and development.
“The money will help us discover potential customers by visiting conferences and other places of interest to validate our business hypothesis,” Dhal said. “We will invest any remaining funds into the professional development of the company’s team.”
Other winners from this year’s competition include:
Xoriunstance Brown, CEEI operations director and Blackstone LaunchPad campus director, said the skills students gain through entrepreneurial activities will support a variety of career paths.
“UTA’s emerging entrepreneurs are learning skills that are beneficial to careers in any industry,” Brown said. “They develop compelling, concise communications, collaborate with individuals from varied backgrounds, and plan complex business operations, including financial and product management. Their experiences in Blackstone LaunchPad programs will take them far.”
Day two began a lot smoother since the first day problems were sorted out, such as where to go in and out, and parking. The temperature was way hotter than the previous day but with a nice breeze so it felt cooler. Because of this, it certainly helped out those who had been struggling with the Texan heat.The Hot Topic Stage was where it really started to get going. Gym Class Heroes’ frontman Travie McCoy performed a solo set, which had some of his originals plus Gym Class Heroes songs sprinkled in there as well. Travie st...
Day two began a lot smoother since the first day problems were sorted out, such as where to go in and out, and parking. The temperature was way hotter than the previous day but with a nice breeze so it felt cooler. Because of this, it certainly helped out those who had been struggling with the Texan heat.
The Hot Topic Stage was where it really started to get going. Gym Class Heroes’ frontman Travie McCoy performed a solo set, which had some of his originals plus Gym Class Heroes songs sprinkled in there as well. Travie started off with “Stereo Hearts” which was basically a massive crowd singalong and moved into “Billionaire.”
Inside the actual stadium on the Revolver stage, Jynx put on a heavy set to show Texas what some New York metalcore looked like, and it is very aggressive in all the right ways. Lead Singer Tommy Roulette started moving and didn’t stop. It was a constant amount of bouncing with the blast beats and bass drops, all while screaming the lyrics at the top of his lungs.
As soon as Jynx finished their set everyone moved over to the right-hand stage to see progressive metal band Born Of Osiris play on the Stay Lit Main Stage. The band came out and was missing a member, Joe Buras, who provides the clean vocals and keyboard player in the band. His presence was really missed as he is the more active one in the band. The band played a five-song set featuring the songs “Bow Down,” “Divergency,” and “Machine.”
After some bad news the night before that put their whole tour in jeopardy, Dropout Kings made the best of it and continued on the best way they know how to and that is to deliver an amazing performance. The band began the set by announcing that the tour that started that day with Lil Xan had changed and they are now headlining because he had told them the night before he needed to drop out. The band is kind of at the front of this modern nu-metal rap resurgence that is currently happening. The band launched into “Going Rogue” with rap member Eddie Wellz swinging his dreads back and forth and whipping them hard while singer Adam Ramey did his parts of the song. Midway through, Adam jumped into the crowd and did almost all of “Virus” on the rail and in the crowd. The band had amazing chemistry and had the back and forth down perfectly. The band had possibly one of the wildest sets and most impressive stage presences of the day.
Over on the Stay Lit Stage, Scary Kids Scaring Kids went on with Cove Reber on vocal duties. The band’s first song “Knock it All Down” is from their most recent album. It features Lil Lotus on vocals and he showed up to do his part of the song. The band is very keyboard-heavy and creates some of the most interesting arpeggiated sounds that give that nostalgic Hot Topic high school feel. They still pull it off to this day. Keyboardist Poyan was using a keytar on this tour since he is incredibly active and moves all over the place more so than most frontmen of bands.
Philadelphia-based hardcore band Jesus Piece absolutely destroyed the Monster Energy Stage. The band is fronted by Aaron Heard who is a ball of energy, even in the Texas heat. Aaron’s shirt didn’t stand a chance and was gone by the time “sinking” started which was the second song they played. The crowd was full of mostly hardcore kids at this point, with tons of two-stepping in time to the beat and gang vocals when Aaron held the mic out to prompt the crowd. The Kentucky hardcore punk band who had quite the excitement around their set that day, Knocked Loose, blazed through a 10-song set. The band played such fan favorites as “Where Light Divides the Holler,” “Trapped in the Grasp of a Memory,” and “Counting Worms.”
Hatebreed is one of those bands that has been around forever it seems, and if you have never seen them then you are in for a treat. The band, even though being so aggressive, has a very positive outlook on life that is mentioned quite frequently. Lead singer Jamey Jasta talked about the untimely death of Trevor Strnad, and how he had been excited that he was meant to see his friend and play with them tonight. That was then followed up by him explaining, “This set is dedicated to Trevor. Get help if you need help. You’re not less of a person if you do.”
The biggest crowd by far for the Stay Lit Stage was The Ghost Inside, who closed out Saturday night the right way with a set that will not be forgotten any time soon. The band’s banner covered the stage and the band members were lit by the stage lights. As the music slowly built, the covering was dropped. The band started with the heavy song “Avalanche” and then flew into their most recent song, “Still Alive,” which is about the horrible bus crash they had back in 2015. They also played “The Great Unknown,” “Faith or Forgiveness,” “Pressure Point,” “Engine 45,” “Between The Lines,” and closed out with “Aftermath.”
You can check out our coverage from day one here.
Sherece Shavel says the driving force behind her new course at The University of Texas at Arlington is the need to make students understand the intimate connection between the law and social work.“Often times, social work students don’t recognize that connection—that intimate relationship that our profession has with the law,” said Shavel, assistant professor of practice in the School of Social Work. “...
Sherece Shavel says the driving force behind her new course at The University of Texas at Arlington is the need to make students understand the intimate connection between the law and social work.
“Often times, social work students don’t recognize that connection—that intimate relationship that our profession has with the law,” said Shavel, assistant professor of practice in the School of Social Work. “The presence of the authority of law is woven all throughout what we do as practitioners.”
Created in collaboration with the UTA Pre-Law Center, “Social Work and Law” highlights the importance of understanding the legal environment on multiple fronts as it pertains to the social work profession. There are breakdowns of the legal landscape on the federal and local levels, procedural lessons including how to read laws and cite legal sources and explanations of how social workers should act in certain legal settings, such as during testimony or when served with a subpoena.
Not knowing how to navigate legal waters could have consequences for both the social worker and whomever they are representing or serving, Shavel said.
“If you lack the necessary legal knowledge, you likely may cause harm to an individual you’re trying to help,” she said. “It might mean imprisonment, parental rights termination or that a child remains in an abusive situation. It could be extreme.”
The course’s roots date back to Shavel’s first appearance in a courtroom as a social worker. She said she stumbled, made mistakes and had “no clue” about the courtroom process, remembering the experience as a “hot mess.” That’s when she made it part of her mission to ensure that social workers who came after her entered a courtroom prepared.
“From that point forward, I did what I needed to do to develop my knowledge and skills,” she said. “My passion is to give students the opportunity to gain those skills before they find themselves in the position I was in.”
The hallmark of the course is a courtroom simulation conducted with the help of UTA’s mock trial class. Social work students must write a witness statement based on an assigned case and then testify as expert witnesses with mock trial students questioning them as the defense and prosecution. It is a partnership born out of a conversation between Shavel and Amber White, director of UTA’s Pre-Law Center and mock trial coach.
“My students, who are going to go off and be lawyers, get the practice of working with individuals who are going to be treated as expert witnesses,” White said. “And social work students get the benefit of becoming witnesses and getting that firsthand experience of the lights and pressure of an actual hearing. We loved the idea.”
During the simulation, the social work “witnesses” do not know the questions the mock trial students will ask. At the same time, the mock trial “defense” and “prosecution” no longer have the safety net of a structured mock trial competition setting, forcing them to react instantly.
“Speaking from personal experience, you have no idea what these witnesses are going to say. Sometimes, your own client may turn the tables on you and say something in court that they have never said to you before,” White said. “That collaboration is beneficial for all students involved.”
Sophia Gyles, a junior pursuing her bachelor’s degree in social work, said she considers the course a blessing because she now knows how to be a better advocate for her clients.
“I think that anyone who is going to be a social worker needs to take this class to have a sense of what it will be like in court, to speak on behalf of my clients and to be a representative for them,” she said.
The Texas Rangers and The Cordish Companies are excited to announce details today for One Rangers Way, a 300-unit upscale residential community in the heart of the Arlington Entertainment District. One Rangers Way continues the incredible momentum of new development in the Entertainment District amid Globe Life Field, Choctaw Stadium and AT&T Stadium that began with the opening of Texas Live! in 2018. The project adds to the nearly $1 billion of new development curr...
The Texas Rangers and The Cordish Companies are excited to announce details today for One Rangers Way, a 300-unit upscale residential community in the heart of the Arlington Entertainment District. One Rangers Way continues the incredible momentum of new development in the Entertainment District amid Globe Life Field, Choctaw Stadium and AT&T Stadium that began with the opening of Texas Live! in 2018. The project adds to the nearly $1 billion of new development currently under construction in the Entertainment District that includes the forthcoming Loews Arlington Hotel & Convention Center and National Medal of Honor Museum, which recently broke ground on March 25.
Located at Nolan Ryan Expressway adjacent to Choctaw Stadium and the National Medal of Honor Museum, One Rangers Way will celebrate the rich history of the state of Texas and showcase a unique design and curated art collection inspired by the Texas Rangers and America’s favorite pastime. Its integration with the Entertainment District and proximity to Globe Life Field, Choctaw Stadium, AT&T Stadium, Texas Live!, Live! by Loews, Loews Arlington Hotel & Convention Center and the National Medal of Honor Museum will offer a completely unique residential experience. The 300-unit apartment community, designed by Hord Coplan Macht (HCM), will meet National Green Building Standard® (NGBS) certification and will feature high-end materials and appliances, expansive ceiling heights and floor-to-ceiling windows. The building will offer a mix of 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom and penthouse apartment homes, as well as a parking garage with 423 spaces.
“The construction of One Rangers Way will bring a new dimension to the ongoing development in the Arlington Entertainment District,” said Texas Rangers Managing Partner and Majority Owner Ray Davis. “This area is becoming a nationally renowned sports and entertainment destination with world-class facilities that have already been completed and several other projects that are well underway. The Texas Rangers are proud to join the City of Arlington and The Cordish Companies in building this unique residential community in the heart of the Entertainment District.”
One Rangers Way will offer one of the most luxurious, resort-style apartment communities in the country with over 43,000 square feet of interior and exterior amenity space. The project will offer an upscale resident experience and lifestyle with one-of-a-kind amenities and services on par with the finest residential and condo buildings in the country. The building will feature an expansive exterior amenity deck and green spaces, an outdoor infinity edge pool, indoor and outdoor entertainment spaces, state-of-the-art fitness facilities, office workspaces, exclusive resident events, concierge services, and more. Residents will also enjoy direct access to the Richard Greene & Dr. Robert Cluck Linear Parks that offer wide-open areas for strolling, fascinating art sculptures and close to 3 miles of paved paths throughout the Entertainment District for walking, running, and biking.
“It is an honor for The Cordish Companies to continue our partnership with the Texas Rangers and the City of Arlington to deliver a transformative project for Arlington,” said Blake Cordish, Principal of The Cordish Companies. “One Rangers Way will become one of the most special residential communities in the country with its proximity to three iconic stadiums and forthcoming National Medal of Honor Museum. We remain committed to delivering a best-in-class, mixed-use development in the Entertainment District that will benefit the Arlington community and be a national draw for tourism for decades to come.”
Today’s announcement represents an exciting step forward toward a greater $4 billion vision by the City of Arlington, Texas Rangers, The Cordish Companies and Loews Hotels & Co to transform the Entertainment District into the premier sports, entertainment, hospitality, cultural and lifestyle destination in the country. Together, the total investment of new development by the partnership totals over $2.4 billion.
“One Rangers Way, another jewel for our great city, will bring unmatched lifestyle options to our community and create even more vibrancy for our growing Entertainment District,” Arlington Mayor Jim Ross said. “We are grateful for this transformative development, made possible by our partnerships with the Texas Rangers and The Cordish Companies.”
One Rangers Way will commence construction this fall and is slated to open in 2024. For more information and to stay up-to-date on news, please visit www.OneRangersWay.com.