Walfinch - Care Franchise

Thrive With Purpose in a High-Growth Sector

Start a rewarding business with Walfinch—where compassion meets opportunity. As a Walfinch franchisee, you’ll deliver meaningful home care while building a high-turnover business, even if you have no prior experience in the sector. With full training, powerful support systems, and a mission that sets us apart, you’ll be entering a market with year-round demand and incredible long-term potential.

Why Invest in a Walfinch Home Care Franchise?

• Massive Market Growth: Demand is soaring—over 2 million care requests were made in 2023 alone, and the over-85 population is projected to triple by 2066.
• No Experience Required: You don’t need a care background. Our proven model and expert team prepare you to succeed.
• Multiple Revenue Streams: Benefit from hourly visits, live-in care, respite services, and thriving wellness programmes.
• Life-Changing Community Impact: Help clients thrive, not just survive—with our unique Wellness with Walfinch initiative.
• Strong Earning Potential: Many franchisees surpass £1 million turnover within three years—and some exceed £2.8 million in year four.

“The high demand for home care provides a sustainable income – and you have the extra benefit of helping people in your community, which is wonderful and incredibly rewarding.”
— Ian Thomson, Franchisee – Welwyn & Bishops Stortford

What Makes Walfinch Stand Out?

Walfinch is not just another home care brand—we’re revolutionising the industry by prioritising wellbeing and activity. Founded by a former care franchisee who understood what was missing, Walfinch was built on a deep understanding of what clients, carers, and franchisees truly need. We are the only UK home care franchise led by someone who’s been in your shoes.

With our “Wellness with Walfinch” campaign and Thrive Clubs, we redefine care as a chance to help people grow and connect. From dementia care to dog walks, from stroke recovery to dance classes, every service is rooted in helping people do more with life—not just maintain it.

Financial Overview

• Franchise Fee: £36,000 + VAT
• Total Startup Investment: ~£120,000 (including working capital)
• Management Support Fee: 5% + VAT of monthly sales
• Break-even Timeline: 12–18 months
• Expected Turnover: £1M+ by Year 3 (some exceed £2.8M by Year 4)
• Funding Options: Supported by major banks & British Business Bank
• SBA-style government funding available

“I’m following the franchise plan and the result is that the business has grown hugely since year 1. Year 2, I doubled it. Year 3, nearly again.”
— Greg Renk, Walfinch Mid & South Buckinghamshire

What Your Day Might Look Like

You’ll focus on building your business—hiring and supporting your care team, meeting with referral partners, and managing growth. While your Registered Manager oversees day-to-day care operations, you’ll drive client acquisition, manage compliance, and scale your business. It’s rewarding work with a personal mission and a strategic role for you.

Recognition & Awards

• Worldpay Emerging Franchise of the Year – HSBC Elite Franchise TOP 100 (2025)
• Top 100 UK Franchises – Elite Franchise (3x winner, most recently in 2024)
• Innovative Franchise of the Year – Disruptive Franchise Awards (2023)
• UK Fast Growth Index – One of the fastest-growing UK businesses (2024)
• Founder Amrit Dhaliwal named 2nd most influential leader in Social Care (2024)

“When you are new to the industry, there is a lot of technical knowledge around care and assessments that you need to know. That’s why I chose to get into this sector with a franchise... the training and support you get from Walfinch is very good.”
— Sarah Wickham, Walfinch Suffolk Coastal, Norwich & West Suffolk

Industry-Leading Support & Training

Starting strong is our priority. You’ll get two weeks of structured training (in-person and online), plus ongoing support from experts in marketing, finance, recruitment, and compliance. We help you:

• Register with care regulators (like CQC)
• Build a business and marketing plan
• Recruit the right Registered Manager
• Pass inspections and grow referrals
• Use metrics to improve profitability
• Expand into multiple territories when ready

With regular workshops, face-to-face reviews, and marketing consultations, we are with you every step of the way—from startup to exit planning.

Who Thrives at Walfinch?

You don’t need to be a nurse or a carer to succeed. Our top franchisees are ambitious, purpose-driven professionals who care about community and want to run a business that makes an impact. If you’re organised, motivated, and passionate about helping others thrive—you’ll fit right in.

“You need a great care manager, constant marketing, and ongoing recruitment—but Walfinch supports you in all of these areas.”
— Ian Thomson, Franchisee – Welwyn & Bishops Stortford

Your Next Step to Making a Difference

Walfinch offers the rare chance to combine profit, purpose, and personal freedom. Backed by a powerful support team and a proven, human-centred model, you’ll build a business that matters—while building the lifestyle you want.

Take the first step to owning a thriving home care business today and enquire today!