Assisting Hands Naples honored as 2016 Franchise of the Year!

NAPLES, FL  – Assisting Hands Home Care Naples today announced that it has been selected the “2016 Franchisee of the Year” by Assisting Hands’ national office.

Franchise owners Robb Winiecki and Tricia Winiecki received the award during the International Franchise Association’s (IFA) Franchise Action Network Annual Meeting in Washington last week.

The Winieckis credit their initial success to Assisting Hands’ regional concept model.   In 2008 they signed their franchise agreement but had to wait nearly a year to get accredited and licensed.  During that time, they worked at Assisting Hands’ Ft. Myers, Florida office with area representative Robert Thomas. They opened the Naples office in July 2009, and today they carry a staff of 100 caregivers who have helped nearly 1,000 client families in Collier County.

“The combination of Tricia’s HR skills and Robb’s customer service acumen are the keys to their success,” said Lane Kofoed, CEO of Assisting Hands Home Care’s national office.  “They run their business with the highest standards, and for that they deserve this award.”

From answering the phone professionally, speaking intelligently and being knowledgeable about home healthcare, the Winieckis say they continually “mine gems” when it comes to hiring.  The competition is stiff for home healthcare providers in Collier County, Florida, which includes Naples, with more than 26 percent of the population aged 65 or older, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

“Our revenue grew nearly 50 percent in the first two years,” said Robb Winiecki, co-owner of Assisting Hands Home Care Naples.  “But in 2013, when Tricia left her respiratory therapist position for full-time here, that’s when our business really took off.”  For the next two years, revenues increased 60 percent.  In 2015, revenues continued to grow at more than 20 percent.

Assisting Hands’ national office has consistently recognized Assisting Hands Naples as a “Top Producer for Outstanding Business Operations and Growth.”

About Assisting Hands Home Care Naples

Assisting Hands Naples serves residents of Collier County offering a comprehensive menu of services that includes non-medical companionship and personal care services, skilled nursing, and total care management. Assisting Hands Naples fills the gap between living at home with dignity and the need for institutionalized medical care. Call 239-593-4873 or visit www.assisitinghands.com/naples for more information.