Senior care franchise expands footprint, invests in coaching, operations and services

OMAHA, Neb., Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — A Place At Home, a growing senior-focused care franchise providing in-home care, care coordination and senior living alternatives, continues to strengthen its franchise system in 2026 with new agreements, new franchisees, new and expanded leadership and new resources.

Franchise Growth and Candidate Momentum

In the first half of 2026, A Place At Home signed eight agreements across Maryland, Texas, North Carolina, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Connecticut and Louisiana. Seven new franchisees joined the system during that period, with one agreement representing a resale.

The brand’s franchise development activity has been supported by strong candidate engagement. A Place At Home held eight Meet the Team Days in the first half of the year, welcoming 11 attendees and resulting in eight signed agreements.

“This has been a year of smart, steady growth for A Place At Home,” said Mitch Benson, Director of Franchise Development. “We are seeing strong interest from candidates who understand both the business opportunity and the responsibility that comes with serving seniors and families. The people joining our system are not simply looking for a franchise. They are looking for meaningful work, strong support and a way to make a difference in their communities.”

Expanded Leadership and Franchisee Support

The growth update comes during a year of continued evolution for A Place At Home following its acquisition by Dovida, a global home care provider. The company has expanded its leadership structure, added new franchise support roles and continued investing in services designed to help franchise owners meet rising demand for in-home senior care.

Key leadership updates include:

• Mike Boyer, CEO
• Dustin Distefano, COO of Franchise Operations
• Jerod Evanich, COO of Corporate Operations
• Dave Anderson, General Counsel
• Kim Lehl, VP of Finance and Controller
• Alyssa Leaver, Director of Human Resources
• Jeff Watson, Director of Franchise Coaching and Performance
• Rob Rister, Business Performance Coach

“A Place At Home is building the kind of support system that allows franchise owners to grow with confidence,” said Dustin Distefano, COO of Franchise Operations. “As the system evolves, our focus is on giving owners the tools, coaching and resources they need to lead strong teams, serve families well and build healthy local businesses. Growth only matters if the foundation beneath it is strong.”

New Service Offerings and Strategic Investments

• Expanded in-home support. A Place At Home is preparing new service offerings that will expand how franchise owners support seniors, families and referral partners. Its new live-in service line will give families an option for more continuous care at home.
• Investment in Omaha. The company is also strengthening its Omaha roots with a new headquarters in the heart of the city’s Blackstone District. The expanded space includes enhanced training facilities, room to host Meet the Team Days and international partners, and capacity to support the company’s continued growth.

Dovida Integration and Brand Evolution

A Place At Home has begun integrating select locations into the Dovida system. In Florida, the company’s Jacksonville location became the first corporate-owned A Place At Home location to adopt the Dovida brand. In Arkansas, two franchise locations—Little Rock and Hot Springs—were sold to Dovida.

Inc. 5000 Recognition

The 2026 growth update follows another major milestone for A Place At Home: the company’s debut on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies. A Place At Home ranked No. 3085 nationally, No. 310 among healthcare and medical companies, No. 10 among Omaha companies and No. 14 among Nebraska companies.

For more information about A Place At Home, visit www.aplaceathome.com.

About A Place At Home

A Place At Home provides personalized senior-focused care services, including in-home care, care coordination, and assistance with finding and transitioning to senior living options. Based in Omaha, Nebraska, the company aims to help seniors stay safe, supported, and as independent as possible. A Place At Home is part of Dovida, a global home care provider. Visit www.aplaceathome.com for more information.

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