Can a Caring Transitions franchisee relocate their franchised business without approval?

Based on the 2025 Caring Transitions Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee's right to use the Caring Transitions marks is limited to the territory described in the franchise agreement. Specifically, the FDD states that the franchisee's right to use the marks is limited to the operation of the franchised business within the Territory described in Section 1.2. This implies that operating outside of the designated territory, or relocating the business, would require franchisor approval.

Furthermore, the franchisee must operate the franchised business under the trade name CARING TRANSITIONS along with any geographic designation that Caring Transitions may specify. The franchisee cannot use any other trademark, trade name, geographic appellation, or assumed name in connection with the franchised business without Caring Transitions's prior written consent. This reinforces the importance of adhering to the approved location and branding guidelines.

If a franchisee were to relocate or operate outside their approved territory without permission, it would be considered an infringement of Caring Transitions's rights to the marks. The FDD explicitly states that using the marks outside the scope of the agreement or after termination without prior written consent is an infringement. Therefore, a franchisee needs explicit approval to relocate their Caring Transitions business.