SarahCare franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The SarahCare franchise fee is $34,900 and the total initial investment ranges from $415,690 to $913,350, with about $110,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the SarahCare FDD.
What are the SarahCare franchise fees and investment?
The SarahCare franchise requires a franchise fee of $34,900 and a total initial investment of $415,690 to $913,350. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $34,900 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $415,690 to $913,350 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $110,000 |
| US locations | 21 |
| Industry | Healthcare & Senior Care (Home & Senior Care) |
| Headquarters | Canton, Ohio |
| Founded | 1985 |
| Franchising since | 2004 |
How does the SarahCare investment compare with other healthcare & senior care franchises?
SarahCare's minimum investment of $415,690 is above the median minimum investment of $121,525 across the 182 healthcare & senior care franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 19 of the other 180 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $34,900 compares with an industry median of $49,500.
By minimum investment, SarahCare belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the SarahCare FDD?
Verify six parts of the SarahCare Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether SarahCare discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to SarahCare?
These healthcare & senior care franchises have the closest minimum investment to SarahCare:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| OrthoLazer | $49,500 | $414,225 to $521,600 |
| HomeCare Advocacy Network | $49,700 | $423,111 to $734,326 |
| Dermani Medspa | $55,000 | $435,654 to $860,625 |
| One Endo | $75,000 | $394,000 to $743,000 |
| Ellie Mental Health | $60,000 | $392,275 to $679,575 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a SarahCare franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a SarahCare franchise ranges from $415,690 to $913,350, including a franchise fee of $34,900, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a SarahCare franchise?
SarahCare lists a minimum of about $110,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many SarahCare locations are there?
SarahCare reported 21 US locations in the data compiled in October 2026. Item 20 of the FDD shows openings, closures and transfers for the last three years.
How long has SarahCare been franchising?
SarahCare started offering franchises in 2004 after the company was founded in 1985.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. SarahCare and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by SarahCare. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.