Driving Miss Daisy

The idea of beginning a new endeavour can be daunting and pursuing it alone can be tougher than one would expect. The pressure of planning, operating and navigating a business from its idea stage through its launch is the most critical process that any business owner will face. That is why the idea of becoming a franchisee is appealing - in that it generally reduces risk because so much of the work has been done for you.

Selecting a territory is critical and we have guidelines in place that will help you determine if the location you are looking at has a viable marketplace.

Obtaining the proper authority to operate in your municipality is crucial and we have compiled information to help you proceed with this task.

We provide you with either a CD and/or a password to enter the Franchisee-only DMD website and download pertinent printed materials (i.e.: business cards, letterhead, invoices).

Driving Miss Daisy, an Alberta based franchise operation, provides quality assistance, accompaniment services to seniors and those with disabilities. Driving Miss Daisy was established January 1, 2002 and, as of June 1st, 2008 has 31 franchises in operation. Franchise sales throughout the rest of Canada will commence in the coming months.

Bev Halisky, the founder and president of the Corporation, worked in various medical offices and hospitals for 30+ years and had a first-hand look at the void there was in the marketplace for seniors assistance and accompaniment and made a decision to change that void.

Do you want to be independent, own your own business and control your earning potential? To be awarded a Driving Miss Daisy franchise you must possess a dedication to succeed, a determination for independence and the desire to help the age advantaged and those with disabilities. We are looking for a team of owners across Canada who can share our mission and passion for serving seniors and those with disabilities.

Baby boomers represent 27% of our population. The oldest boomers are now 60 years old. Life expectancy is now 80 years so in 15 years there will be some 80 million seniors. While longer life spans give people more time to enjoy life they also present a series of challenges. Driving Miss Daisy helps individuals and their families overcome these challenges.
Driving Miss Daisy offers:

1. Low start-up costs

2. No medical or health care experience required

3. Predominantly a cash business with very few receivables

4. Exclusive territories

5. Financing available to qualified franchisees

For a one-time franchise fee of $15,000 you can own and operate your own small business within our family of franchisees. It is a simple turn-key business that enables you to be up and running within 14-21 days.

For more information or to inquire about a specific Territory, please visit our Franchise Inquiry page and provide us with basic contact information. We will respond shortly.