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Franchise ID: FRN8410

Cardea Healthcare

The business that makes a real difference to the lives of those in need of care and to your career.

Territory Information

Location:
Suffolk
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Franchise Fee £20,000
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Liquid Capital £20,000
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Minimum Investment £15,000
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Available Locations UK
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Industry Care

THE GOLD STANDARD IN HEALTHCARE

In today’s crowded care sector, standing out is essential for only one reason: quality.

At Cardea Healthcare, we’re the top franchise for entrepreneurs looking to run their businesses how they see fit. You will enjoy the autonomy of being the boss but never find yourself adrift or alone; you’ll have access to our assistance, advice or expertise whenever needed.
 
Our brand alone makes us stand out as a desirable player in this market. We pride ourselves on offering a personalised service that meets every individual’s needs.
 
Every visit our carers make to a client lasts an absolute minimum of one hour, meaning we do much more than make a cup of tea! We also ensure we provide the right people on time and within budget.
 
 

HOW WE STAND OUT 

Cardea Healthcare are a fast-growing new franchising organisation so now is a great time to join our team of four franchisees currently covering Northamptonshire, Bedfordshire, Manchester and Berkshire.
 
You will have the opportunity to work within a large territory to really maximise chances of success with ICB areas of up to 1,000,000 in population.
 
Being a Cardea Healthcare Franchisee doesn’t just help you start a business, it helps to solve a community need. 
 
The number of people needing care is rising rapidly, with projections suggesting a 57% increase in adults 65+ needing care by 2038 (compared to 2018), according to The Department of Health and Social Care and The Access Group.
 
Cardea Healthcare is an award-winning brand with founder and Director Karen Neil being given EWIF’s New Woman Franchisor of the Year 2025 and a highly commended service at the Stars of Social Care Awards 2025. 
 
Cardea healthcare are members of the British Franchise Association with the branch of Berkshire having a ‘GOOD’ CQC rating bringing strong brand awareness across the network. 
 

FRANCHISE IMAGE

 

The backbone of Cardea Healthcare is our dedicated team of care staff – highly trained professionals who are compassionate and truly care about the well-being of our clients.

They provide more than just physical assistance; they offer companionship, emotional support, and a reassuring presence to those they serve. We will teach you the key characteristics to look for when recruiting staff who share our values.

We understand that our responsibility extends beyond the doors of our clients’ homes. We engage in community outreach programs, educational initiatives and partnerships to promote awareness, inclusivity and a culture of care, as a result of this, our efforts have been recognised here we have been confirmed as finalists in two categories at the upcoming 2026 Home Care Awards – Day Care Expertise and Most Outstanding Independent Home Care Provider. 

 

TRAINING & SUPPORT

You will benefit from comprehensive training and ongoing support to help you as a franchisee fulfil your unique promise as part of our network. You will benefit from:

  • Assistance with getting set up on and communicating with CQC
  • Access to our proven technology systems
  • Help with tenders and bids and care sales techniques
  • Assistance with winning spot contracts without getting bogged down in frameworks
  • Support on how to write, implement and maintain bespoke care plans
  • Training and support on carer recruitment
  • High level support in how to establish, build and maintain fruitful relationships
  • Introduction to our factoring partner, who will manage to get the money paid in
  • Troubleshooting potential issues before they become real problems
  • Ongoing training available whenever you or your team require it
  • Shared advice on the latest health & safety policies, legislation and risk assessments
  • 1-1 support to work with you “on” the business
  • Opportunities arranged to unite franchisees to share ideas and best practices.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A CARDEA HEALTHCARE FRANCHISE OWNER 

You will operate and manage the business on a day-to-day basis, employing a team of caregivers. Reputation is key to building the client base, and response times and honesty are paramount.

The highlights of your role will include:

  • Building relationships with your NHS Trust and Local Authority
  • Establishing and maintaining a team of carers that will do the work to the required standards and live by our values
  • Bidding for and winning tenders and contracts
  • Arranging carers for spot contracts
  • Growing the business via recommendations and referrals, especially for private client work
  • Providing permanent and temporary staff for care organisations
  • Working in close partnership with Cardea Healthcare Franchise Head Office to grow together and learn from each other.

TRANSFORMING LIVES THROUGH EXCEPTIONAL CARE AND SUPPORT

Cardea Healthcare is a leading provider of Supported Living and Home Care services dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals in need. With a commitment to compassion, excellence, and personalised care, Cardea Healthcare is a beacon of support and hope in the healthcare industry.

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COVERING ALL BASES

Our high standards begin from stage one with recruitment; all our carers undergo the following:
 
  • Thorough screenings
  • Face-to-face interviews
  • DBS and reference checks
  • Proof of qualifications and training
  • Adherence to Skills for Care guidelines
 
Care is a demanding industry. Our understanding and years of experience makes us sympathetic and dependable in an ever-changing industry.
 
 

CARING FOR YOU

There are numerous benefits to franchising with Cardea. You won’t have to worry about cash flow, as we will introduce you to our reliable factoring partner. Since 2017, we’ve worked with them so franchise partners and their carers can be reassured of always being paid at the right time. Meanwhile, your clients pay their invoices through the factoring partner’s systems.
 
Further benefits include:
 
  • Our reliability through high-quality care and recruitment services, along with a commitment to stringent standards
  • We have a staffed out-of-hours service available to all clients and service users, 24/7/365
  • We design bespoke care plans for each end user - some of which require full-time care – on an ongoing basis that can last for years, so our service users get exactly what they need
  • We’ll show you how to establish and nurture relationships with crucial NHS Trusts and Local Authority personnel to secure care packages efficiently.
  • Compliance Support to keep on top of ever-changing healthcare legislation
  • Exclusive territory protection ensures you are the definitive voice of Cardea Healthcare in your community.
  • Our systems provide real-time monitoring to meet 2025 CQC regulatory standards letting you focus on service users and providing paperless recording of information. 

 

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News

History of Cardea Healthcare
History of Cardea Healthcare
Working within the care industry has always been a very personal thing to me. As the relative of someone who did not receive the best care, I wanted to be part of something that really did help...
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We CARE, do you?
We CARE, do you?
C – Care for all – we care for a wide variety of individuals of all ages including those with learning disabilities, mental health issues, complex health needs and end of life care. A – Ambition –...
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