Franchise partners spread their wings in the UK as Visiting Angels shares European plans

Join the Fastest Growing Care Franchise in the UK

Our business has not only survived COVID-19, it has thrived. And we’ve supported hundreds of people along the way. Recession proof and pandemic proof, we are now at the 60+ Territory mark in just 5 years.

We're not just another franchise opportunity—we're a trailblazing brand that has redefined the home care experience. Our mission? To put carers at the forefront, revolutionizing the way care is delivered and creating a remarkable support network for our franchisees.

Achievements

Network of 800 franchisees across the globe
With 60+ franchisees across the nation, our network is the homecare franchise in the UK with the quickest rate of expansion.
40% is the average personnel turnover rate for the sector. Our turnover rate is a meagre 12% at Visiting Angels
First UK office delivering over 1200 hours of care a week
Carer applications at an all-time high
Nationwide recognition and demand for our essential services.

The opportunity in the market

The care sector has always been a growing market, and it always will be. The coronavirus pandemic has further added to both the need, and the opportunity, for a business like ours. Society continues to change its view on the type of care that individuals and loved ones should receive; the feeling being that people are safer at home. As such, demand for the Visiting Angels service is set to keep rising, now, and into the future.

31% of people now say they are less likely to want relatives to be put in care homes^*

^{*research conducted by Hanbury Strategy, with support from the charity Independent Age in April/May 2020}

Care has always been big business. Outside of the current situation, increased life expectancy, better living conditions and pharmaceutical advancements mean people are living far longer.

1.9 million people in the UK are over the age of 85
By 2024, more than 20% of the population will be aged 65+
A staggering 2.5 million people in the UK will be over 85 by 2035.

Whilst increased life expectancy is to be celebrated, old age brings with it a plethora of complications to health and wellbeing. Calling on the services of a care company is no longer a last resort, it’s a necessity.

The P-word

Profit isn’t a dirty word. It’s okay to want to make money in the care sector. At Visiting Angels, we trust that you want to make a difference too. We’re confident that if you follow our model and employ our values you can replicate our results.

Six figure turnover by the end of year one.
£1million turnover in year three.
Net operating profit of between 15% and 20%.

The low-down on Visiting Angels

Established 1998 in the US.
800+ franchisees operating in five countries.
Global care giant with community-based values.
Launched in the UK in 2017.
First UK office won ‘Best International Franchise’ in under 12 months.
Our commitment to our Mission has earned us recognition as at the Disruptive Franchise Awards 2023 as the winner of the Social Impact Franchisee of the Year award and MD Dan Archer as the finalist of the Disruptive Franchisor of the Year.
Honoured as a finalist at the Stars of Social Care Awards in 2023 for the Outstanding Home Care Provider Award.
Support 18,000+ clients and provide work to 20,000+ caregivers worldwide.

A care franchise. Done differently.

We’ve achieved global success by doing things differently: we put our carers first, with great rates of pay and work-related benefits so they can achieve real work-life balance. Something we call being carer-centric. Why? Because only happy, loyal carers can give their all to clients. Many companies say they put their carers at the heart of their business, very few actually do it.

It’s no secret that carer recruitment and retention is an issue for UK companies. After 20 years, we know how to attract the right people and, crucially, keep them. Our staff turnover rate is already less than half the UK average.

Training, mentoring and support for life

Setting up a care business is a complex process. That’s why we’re with you every step of the way. And this is where our international size and scale really comes into its own. You will actively engage in a four-day virtual training session with the International Franchise Support team based at the US Head Office. Each session will be led by a team member who specialises in that business discipline, plus a week at our UK Head Office. We provide regular, ongoing training for the life of your franchise. A combination of e-learning, live webinars, group and one-to-one sessions provide a comprehensive programme, designed to help you to be the best business owner you can be.

Pre-launch support: prior to launching your business, our expert team will guide you through essential set-up tasks like CQC registration, locating suitable premises and recruiting your Registered Manager. We focus on marketing and networking at this stage too.

12-week jump-start programme: upon launch, this intensive programme helps you get the best possible start.

Business support programme: we pledge to support you from day one, but most importantly, we’ll continue to support you for the life of your business.

Join the movement!

We are proudly different, proudly carer-centric and proudly changing the lives of our franchisees, carers and clients. So, if you:

Love the idea of owning a care business that does things differently.
Want to be the most humble person in the business and make your caregivers the most important people.
Want to build a loyal team through respect, reward and recognition
Believe that happy careworkers will deliver the very best service and support to clients.
Know that profit isn’t a dirty word but want to make a difference too
Want to help change the care industry, for good…

…then you sound like a Visiting Angels kind of person. And we’d love to hear from you

Franchise partners spread their wings in the UK as Visiting Angels shares European plans

September 22, 2025

Visiting Angels, the carer-centric in-home care franchise, is building real momentum in the UK – and with its sights now set on European expansion, the brand continues to prove it is attracting top-tier talent into its growing network.

The latest recruits, from boardroom leaders to public sector specialists, highlight how Visiting Angels is bringing in franchise partners with impressive experience – united by a shared purpose to reshape the way care is delivered.

Among the newest franchise partners are Adnan Siddiqi and Urfi Usmani, long-time friends who have launched in St Helens. Their professional backgrounds in IT and local government might not suggest an obvious route into care – but their fresh perspectives and lived experiences make them a perfect fit for Visiting Angels.

“We’ve both seen first-hand how challenging things have become in the care sector – not just for those receiving care, but for the carers themselves,” said Adnan. “We know how lonely life can feel for older or disabled people, especially when support is limited or rushed. We want to bring that spark back – not just to help people live safely at home, but to feel connected, valued and part of the world again.”

Urfi added: “At the end of the day, care is about people – and when carers feel respected, listened to and supported, that flows through into the care they give. That’s the culture we’re working hard to build. One where care workers feel proud of what they do, and where they have the tools, time and trust to really make a difference.”

The franchise’s growing network also welcomes businessman Max Read, who has launched in North London, teaming up with Registered Care Manager Sharlean Campbell. Max, who spent over two decades working with global consumer brands, decided to step away from the corporate world in favour of a franchise opportunity with lasting social impact. In Sharlean, he found the perfect colleague – a care professional with more than 15 years’ experience and a history of achieving ‘Outstanding’ ratings from the CQC.

“I knew that if I was going to make a difference in this sector, I needed to do it with someone who really understands care at its best,” said Max. “Sharlean’s passion for care, and her record of achieving Outstanding with the CQC, are remarkable. It’s something we’re proud to build on here in North London.”

Sharlean said: “I’ve seen first-hand the difference that compassionate, consistent care can make – but I’ve also seen how often care staff are overlooked. At Visiting Angels, we want to change that. By supporting our care professionals, we can deliver the kind of care families really need and deserve.”

The launch comes at a time when hospitals across London are under pressure, with beds in short supply. The team believes high-quality home care can help relieve some of this strain, while allowing people to live well in their own homes.

“We want to help people recover, manage long-term conditions and age with dignity at home,” added Max. “That means families get peace of mind, and the NHS gets some breathing space.”

The arrival of Adnan, Urfi, Max and Sharlean demonstrates Visiting Angels’ commitment to recruiting the right people, not just any people. The network is expanding carefully and deliberately, ensuring franchise partners share its carer-first philosophy and have the professional acumen to drive sustainable growth. With more territories being awarded across the UK this year, Visiting Angels is also preparing to take its pioneering model into Europe as the next step in its expansion strategy.

“Our growth is purposeful and values-led – we don’t just award franchises to anyone,” said Dan Archer, UK CEO of Visiting Angels. “We look for people who genuinely believe in our mission to improve care and support for both clients and carers. The quality and experience of franchise partners like Adnan, Urfi and Max, alongside others who have joined this year, show that our approach is working. As we prepare to take our model into Europe, I’m excited to see how far this movement can go.”

Visiting Angels will be showcasing its franchise opportunity at the National Franchise Exhibition at the NEC, Birmingham on 3^rd and 4^th October, where prospective franchisees can meet the team and learn more about joining a purposeful, people-first brand.

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