News 28/05/26

How Much Does It Cost to Start Your Home Care Franchise?

If you’re interested in becoming a part of a franchise, you may have noticed that home care offers a range of attractive business opportunities. With the population ageing and an increase in demand for care services, there is ample opportunity as well as a necessity for well-organised, professional home care services in the UK.

News 12/05/26

The Advantages of a Franchise…From The Perspective of a Former Franchisee

If you’re looking for a new business opportunity, joining a franchise might be the right option for you. Not only does it provide a platform for financial growth from an existing, established brand, but it gives you the chance to be your own boss. But, aside from the above, just what other benefits of a franchise model are there – specifically, from the perspective of a franchisee? Fortunately, our founder and managing director, Phil Eckersley, is here to tell all about what you can gain from becoming a franchisee. He might be a home care franchise owner now, but prior to this, he spent three years as a franchisee, so he himself knows what there is to benefit from.

News 26/02/26

The Social Care Summit North: Roundup

Last month, our Managing Director, Phil Eckersley, joined a selection of respected care leaders from across the country at the Laing Buisson Social Care Summit North to chat all about the future of the operating environment for care providers, looking ahead to the next 12 months in home care franchises and what may be in store for the industry.

Franchise Opportunities 05/02/26

Advantages of a Franchise vs Starting a Business from Scratch

Taking the first step to starting your own business can be daunting but equally exciting. The freedom of being your own boss, having control over your career and establishing financial security are all appealing reasons for making this choice, but how do you start? Should you invest in a franchise or start a new business from scratch? Whilst the idea of creative and structural freedom is appealing for starting an independent business, it also comes with its own set of risks and uncertainties. Franchising however, offers a level of structure and security, balanced with independence.

News 24/10/25

Dementia Care: Why quality, culture, and dementia expertise will define the next decade

Domiciliary care is expanding at a record pace, driven by demographic change and growing demand for people to receive support in their own homes. Yet, the very services that make independence possible for older and vulnerable people are facing the toughest conditions we’ve seen in decades. For those of us who have dedicated our careers to building sustainable, person-centred homecare businesses, this year’s report is both a wake-up call and a moment of opportunity.

News 14/03/25

Bridgewater Home Care Wins Prestigious ‘Scale-Up Disrupter’ Award

Bridgewater Home Care UK is proud to announce its recognition as the winner of the 2024 Scale-Up Disrupter Award at the prestigious Scale-Up Awards. Powered by Business Leader, the Scale-Up Awards have become a significant event in the UK business calendar, celebrating the achievements of high-growth companies and their visionary leaders, who have made transformative impacts on their industry.

News 12/03/25

Celebrating huge milestones at Bridgewater Home Care Watford

Franchise Partners Magda and Oana have successfully reached their next financial milestone just one year after their CQC registration! Bridgewater Home Care Watford are shining example of the success of the Bridgewater Home Care franchise model, reaching an impressive £50,000 monthly turnover and hitting their next milestone within the franchise model.