Key Numbers
2
Total units open
1
Units opened last year
0
Units closed last year
1
Net unit growth
Carediem Franchise
Senior Care FDD 2026 Founded 2024 · 2+ yrs No Item 19
Data extracted from Carediem's 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document, filed under FTC Rule 16 CFR 436. How we analyze FDDs →
Initial investment
$80K - $170K
Franchise fee
$40K
System size
8 (+1)
Royalty
5%
The Verdict
Quick Verdict · who it fits
Carediem fits first-time franchise buyers looking for an emerging senior care concept.
✓ Strengths
- ✓No disclosed Item 3 litigation
- ✓Grants exclusive territory protection
⚠ Risks to review
- ⚠No Item 19 disclosure — buyers fly blind on revenue
Key FDD Facts
The numbers a buyer needs first — straight from the filing.
Initial investment (Item 7)
$80K - $170K
Franchise fee (Item 5)
$40K
Royalty (Item 6)
5% + 3% ad
System size (Item 20)
8 +1
Agreement term
10 yrs
Years in business
2+ yrs
Company-owned units
1
Item 3 litigation
None disclosed
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Buyer qualifications
✓Exclusive territory•Owner-operator required✓No bankruptcy disclosed✓No Item 3 litigation
Data extracted from the 2026 FDD filed with state regulators. Fees and terms may have changed since filing — request the current FDD from the franchisor before deciding. Not legal, financial, or investment advice. Full disclaimer.
What you'd pay the franchisor
Drag to your projected annual sales. Royalty 5% + ad fund 3% on gross sales.
PROJECTED ANNUAL SALES$500,000
$100k$2M
Royalty (5%)
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Ad fund (3%)
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▪ Of-sales fees only · excludes rent, labor, COGS, and one-time costs · for illustration
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AI Due Diligence Findings PREMIUM
What our analysis flagged across the 2026 filing.
5
Risks to review
4
Strengths identified
5
Questions to ask
Industry Benchmarks
How Carediem ranks against 118 Senior Care peers we've analyzed.
Initial investment
18th pct · of 118 peers
Franchise fee
9th pct · of 118 peers
System size
20th pct · of 118 peers
Senior Care industry averages
Avg investment
$198K - $428K
Avg franchise fee
$53K
Avg system size
169
Franchises analyzed
118
How Carediem stacks up
Closest concepts by category and investment.
| Brand | Item 19 | Fee | Investment | Royalty | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carediem | None | $40K | $80K - $170K | 5% | 8 |
| One You Love Homecare Similar price | Disclosed | $50K | $95K - $171K | 5% | 24 |
| Health Mart Biggest system | None | — | — | — | 3,907 |
| Clear Lakes Dental Top-rated in category | Disclosed | $62K | $554K - $1.9M | 7% | 8 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Carediem franchise cost?
Carediem requires a $40,000 initial franchise fee and a total initial investment range of $80,000–$169,800, per the most recent FDD on file.
Who owns Carediem?
Carediem franchises are sold by CareDiem Franchising, LLC, the franchisor entity of record on its Franchise Disclosure Document. Item 1 of the FDD discloses the corporate structure, including any parent companies and predecessors.
Does Carediem disclose financial performance (Item 19)?
No. Carediem does not include a financial performance representation in its FDD. Prospective buyers should rely on validation calls with existing franchisees and benchmark against industry medians.
What ongoing fees does Carediem charge?
Franchisees pay a royalty of 5% and an advertising fund contribution of 3% on gross sales as defined in Item 6 of the FDD.
How many Carediem locations are there?
As of their 2026 FDD, Carediem has 8 total locations, with 1 new locations opened in the most recent reporting year. This information comes from Item 20 of the FDD.
Does Carediem grant exclusive territory?
Yes. Carediem grants franchisees an exclusive territory under Item 12 of the FDD. Note that exclusive territories often carve out online sales, alternative distribution channels, and non-traditional venues — review the full Item 12 language before signing.
What are the renewal and exit terms?
Per the FDD, Carediem discloses an initial agreement term of 10 years, a renewal fee of $5,000, a transfer fee of $1,500. Review Items 10 and 17 for the full renewal and termination provisions.
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