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GEM Health Care Services
GEM Health Care is a locally owned and operated Home Health Care staffing agency that provides Medical (RN/RPN) and non Medical (PSW) staff to individuals in institutions and in private homes as well as providing staff relief to institutions such as hospitals and nursing homes.
Background
GEM Health Care Services is one of Canada's most successful and nationally accredited health care agencies. GEM has been in business since 1994. In 2002 GEM became one of the first agencies of its kind to be accredited by Accreditation Canada for demonstrated commitment to quality health care.
The GEM Health Care System is the Company's own custom designed and registered information management system. The System automates client and staff files, assists with real-time scheduling, payroll, billing, training, security and care plan assessments and appraisals.
GEM's founder is a highly accomplished business woman and holds RN, B.Sc.N and M.Ed designations. She has been acknowledged over the years by various national and local business groups for her entrepreneurship and vision. She also sits on the Board of Directors of the Ontario Home Care Association.
As the Baby Boomers begin to turn 65 this year, the future has never looked brighter for GEM. Statistics Canada shows that seniors constitute the fastest growing segment of the Canadian population and will make up 25% of the population by 2031.
GEM provides initial training and ongoing support.
Investment Range Details
Franchise Fee: $37,500
Royalty: 6%
Advertising Fund: 2%
Working Capital requirement: $50,000 - $75,000
Outside resources are available to prospective GEM franchisees to assist in the development of Business Plans and the preparation of Bank Financing Packages.
Additional Information
Area Developers will also be considered across Canada.
Testimonial
"If you want to be the best...go with the best. The folks at GEM have always delivered" - Sue Bauer, Newmarket, ON franchisee.
- What:
- Providing Home Health Care services for medical and non medical needs.
- Where:
- Principal focus is the development of the Ontario market. Additional expansion across Canada is available for qualified franchisees as individual owners or area developers.
- Why:
- 17 years experience, recognized by Accreditation Canada, Medical (Registered Nurse) and Non Medical (PSW) services, local owners/operators that care.
Franchise Quick Facts
- In business since:
- 1994
- Franchising since:
- 2006
- Categories:
- Other Health & Beauty, Seniors / Home Care & Services
- Investment range:
- $97,500 - $137,500
- Financing available:
- No
- Franchises available:
- Ontario
- Franchise Website:
- www.gemhealthcare.com