Global home care provider Dovida has acquired U.S.-based franchise system A Place At Home, marking its entry into the United States and significantly expanding its international footprint.
With the transaction, Dovida adds a network of more than 50 franchise locations across the U.S., positioning itself to scale rapidly in one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing home care markets.
The company already operates in six countries: Australia, France, Ireland, the Netherlands, New Zealand and Switzerland, delivering millions of hours of care annually. The U.S. now becomes its seventh market and a central pillar in its global expansion strategy.
Paul Fritz, Global CEO of Dovida, said the acquisition aligns closely with the company’s long-term vision. “We were drawn to A Place At Home because of the quality of care they deliver and the values that guide their work,” he said.
Founded in 2012, A Place At Home has built a franchise-driven model focused on non-medical in-home care, senior living coordination and care management services. The brand has steadily expanded its presence across multiple states, with franchise owners operating in both metropolitan and suburban markets.
Importantly, the existing leadership team will remain in place post-acquisition, ensuring continuity across the system. Dustin Distefano, CEO and Co-Founder of A Place At Home, said the partnership will help unlock the next phase of growth. “This decision was about honouring our mission and expanding what’s possible for our franchise owners,” he said.
Jerod Evanich, President and Co-Founder, added: “Dovida’s global experience strengthens our franchise network and expands our ability to serve more families.”
Mike Boyer, CEO of Dovida North America, emphasized the strength of the franchise base. “A Place At Home has built a strong organization rooted in service and integrity,” he said.
The acquisition is expected to accelerate franchise development across the U.S., with Dovida bringing operational scale, technology and international best practices to support both existing and new franchisees. The combined platform is likely to focus on expanding into underserved territories while strengthening service delivery standards.
The deal comes at a time when the U.S. home care sector is seeing sustained demand growth, driven by an ageing population, rising healthcare costs and a shift toward ageing-in-place solutions, creating strong tailwinds for franchise-led service providers.
