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Leading senior care franchisor expands into accessibility solutions and services sector taking the brand to nearly 700 franchised locations across the U.S. and Canada TROY, Mich., March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Best Life Brands, LLC ("Best Life Brands"), a franchised organization with a portfolio of brands dedicated to senior care, announced today the acquisition of Next Day Access, a leading provider of residential and commercial home access solutions across the United States and Canada. This acquisition marks a significant milestone in Best Life Brands' commitment to enhancing the quality of life for seniors by offering an entirely new service vertical. Under the umbrella of Best Life Brands, Next Day Access will continue its mission to provide innovative accessibility solutions, including wheelchair ramps, stairlifts, grab bars and bathroom modifications. With this acquisition, Best Life Brands aims to further strengthen its position as a comprehensive resource for aging adults seeking to maintain independence and improve their quality of life. "We are thrilled to welcome Next Day Access to the Best Life Brands family as this strategic acquisition aligns perfectly with our vision of empowering aging individuals to live their best lives, regardless of mobility challenges," said J.J. Sorrenti, CEO of Best Life Brands. "As the population of older adults steadily rises and the desire to age in place remains prevalent, we're positioned to enhance our ability to provide comprehensive accessibility solutions and support services to individuals and families across the nation and Canada." Established in 2010 and franchised in 2012, Next Day Access brings a wealth of expertise and a strong reputation for delivering high-quality accessibility products and services. By combining Next Day Access' operational excellence with Best Life Brands' extensive network and resources including the support of Best Life Brands' private equity owner, The Riverside Company, the companies will be better positioned to serve a broader range of clients and communities. "We are excited about the opportunities that joining Best Life Brands presents, as together we can leverage our respective strengths to make a positive impact on the lives of even more individuals in need of accessibility solutions," said Dave Clark, Co-Founder of Next Day Access. "This acquisition represents a significant step forward in our mission to provide reliable, efficient, and compassionate care to those we serve." As part of the acquisition, the Next Day Access Brand President position was open and will be filled by franchise veteran, Michele Popelka. Michele brings more than 25 years' experience driving sales growth in the franchise industry, backed by her multifaceted expertise in sales, operations, marketing, coaching and advising. With a proven track record of delivering exceptional P&L results through diverse strategies including organic growth, acquisitions and operational streamlining for a variety of franchise brands, Michele's strategic vision and innovative problem-solving talent will contribute to the continued success and expansion of both companies. To learn more about Best Life Brands, visit . To learn more about Next Day Access, visit . About Best Life Brands, LLC Based in Troy, Mich., Best Life Brands, LLC is a holding company that includes ComForCare and At Your Side, premier franchised providers of home care; CarePatrol, the nation's largest franchised senior care solutions organization; Blue Moon Estate Sales, the leading estate sale franchise in the U.S., and Boost Home Healthcare, dedicated to providing superior in-home nursing, therapy, and home care services, which together include more than 600 franchise locations across the U.S. and Canada. With a private equity investment from The Riverside Company, Best Life Brands is a platform of award-winning complementary businesses that serve people along the continuum of care. About Next Day Access Next Day Access is a local provider for accessibility and mobility solutions for homes and commercial businesses. With franchise locations across the United States and Canada, their goal is to help aging loved ones and people with limited mobility and disabilities live safely, comfortably, and independently in their homes. Learn more by visiting . About The Riverside Company The Riverside Company is a global private equity firm focused on investing in growing businesses valued at up to $400 million. Since its founding in 1988, Riverside has made more than 1,000 investments. The firm's international private equity and structured capital portfolios include more than 140 companies. SOURCE Best Life Brands

Leading senior care solutions organization celebrates 30th anniversary reaching 30 podcast episodes providing valuable information for aging population PHOENIX, June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CarePatrol, the nation's largest senior care solutions agency, celebrates one year of its podcast, "My Care Advisors" with its 30th episode airing June 15th to coincide with the brand's 30th anniversary. The free, informational podcast, which now has over 30,000 downloads, aims to provide listeners with leading experts who will shine a light on need-to-know topics for an aging population, such as health concerns, financial planning, care options, and more. "Our goal is to always help our clients live a vibrant and healthy life and this podcast and the experts that we bring on help them do just that," said Becky Bongiovanni, president of CarePatrol. "It is wonderful to celebrate one-year of the podcast with the milestone of reaching 30 years in business helping families decipher the best care solution for themself or a loved one with less stress." The 30th episode, which is titled "Three Decades of Family Caregiving Support" celebrates CarePatrol's 30th year of supporting older adults and their family members to navigate care solutions. This episode highlights: How the mission and unique approach of CarePatrol has helped build a strong foundation of 'giving seniors and their families a less stressful and easier way to find safer senior care choices' for more than 30 years. The important roles of local Senior Care Advisors and Certified Senior Advisors (CSA)® in supporting older adults navigate senior care options. Considerations when selecting the right support to navigate senior care options. How CarePatrol's systems, tools and process improvements and people help support older adults and their caregivers. Insight into the future for senior care options and the support needed to help navigate the complexities of care. "This podcast has been enthusiastically embraced by listeners worldwide that are thirsty for valuable information on the myriad of issues that come with aging," said Jennifer LoBianco, chief marketing officer at Best Life Brands, parent company to CarePatrol. "The content we put out on this podcast helps to show our organization's commitment to ensuring our clients can live their best life along the continuum of care and that their caregiver has all the information they need to make that a possibility." Founded in 1993 by a social worker after observing the personal trauma experienced by a family whose loved one had been placed in the wrong type of facility, CarePatrol became the pioneer organization whose core values are dedicated to being a comprehensive personal service and valuable resource for families during the placement of a loved one. The franchise assesses each client's care level and financial needs, as well as general preferred locations to recommend the best independent living, assisted living, memory care and in-home care options. Services are available at no cost to their clients, as they are paid by tens of thousands of quality pre-vetted providers across the nation. To learn more about CarePatrol, visit . To learn more about "My Care Advisors," visit . About CarePatrol CarePatrol is the nation's largest senior care solutions franchise. Through more than 150 offices in 35 states, local senior advisors provide a free service in helping families find quality, top-rated assisted living, independent living, memory care, nursing homes and in-home care. Founded in 1993, CarePatrol began franchising in 2009 and is now part of the Best Life Brands family, with private equity backing by The Riverside Company. CarePatrol is proud to have earned the Franchisee Satisfaction Award from Franchise Business Review for 12 years in a row, and has earned placement on the Entrepreneur Franchise 500 list. For more information, visit . SOURCE CarePatrol

Leading provider of in-home caregiving services launches new podcast series to provide expert commentary on need-to-know topics for aging services professionals TROY, Mich., June 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ComForCare, a franchised provider of in-home caregiving services, recently launched a new podcast, ComForConnections. The fresh podcast series aims to deliver insightful discussions and expert analysis on essential subjects for professionals in the aging services industry. "Staying up to date on the latest research and resources can be daunting especially in the dynamic senior care continuum," said J.J. Sorrenti, CEO of Best Life Brands, parent company to ComForCare/At Your Side. "This podcast is a great opportunity to share vital information on the myriad of issues that come with aging." The pilot episode, which is titled "Alzheimer's Disease: Facts, Figures & Best Practices," provides updates and insights from the 2023 version of the Alzheimer's Disease: Facts and Figures Report and transitions in care recommendations when providing care to an individual living with Alzheimer's disease. e of. Future episode topics will cover fall risk prevention, person-centered dementia care best practice, staff retention tips, leveraging technology and more. "We are committed to providing valuable information and resources to our partners, so that together we can help enhance the quality of life of the clients we serve," said Jennifer LoBianco, Chief Marketing Officer of Best Life Brands. Visit to listen to podcast episodes and access resources. ComForConnections podcasts are also available for download on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Podbean app, Spotify, Amazon Music/Audible, TuneIn+Alexa, and the majority of podcast apps. For more information on ComForCare, visit . About ComForCare Home Care: ComForCare is a premier franchised provider of in-home caregiving services with 270 territories independently-owned and operated in Canada and the U.S., helping older adults live independently in their own homes. ComForCare operates as At Your Side in Houston, Texas. ComForCare is committed to helping people live their best lives possible and offers special programs, including fall risk prevention, dementia care, meaningful activities, and Joyful Memories music. Founded in 1996, ComForCare was acquired by private equity firm The Riverside Company in 2017 and is now part of Best Life Brands, which has plans for continued expansion of service brands across the continuum of care. ComForCare has earned a ranking of 402 on the Entrepreneur Franchise 500 list. For more information, visit . SOURCE ComForCare Home Care