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Who is the initial training program for at Caring Transitions?

Caring_Transitions Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

If this is your first Caring Transitions franchise then, before you open your franchised business, we will train up to 2 people to operate the franchise. (Franchise Agreement § 7.1). All of the initial training is conducted at our corporate headquarters in Cincinnati, Ohio, by or under the supervision of our President, Ray Fabik (see Item 2 of this disclosure document for a description of Mr. Fabik's background). Mr. Fabik has overseen the training and support of our franchisees since February 2019. We do not employ a separate staff whose sole function is to train franchisees. Training is conducted by employees with various administrative and operational responsibilities and by thirdparty vendors. We may change trainers at any time. We do not charge an additional fee for the initial training, but you are responsible for paying the costs of travel, lodging, food, and compensation for you and your employees during the training program. The initial training program is mandatory—you, or the person designated as responsible for the general oversight and management of the franchised business, must begin the training program within 90 days after you sign the franchise agreement and complete it to our satisfaction, or we have the right to terminate your franchise without refunding any fees you have paid. Training programs are typically scheduled on a monthly basis subject to demand. At the present time, we do not provide or require you to attend additional training programs after your successful completion of the initial training program other than the on-site training described below, although we have the right to require additional training and to charge you a reasonable fee for it.

Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING (FDD pages 22–29)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to Caring Transitions' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the initial training program is primarily for the franchisee. If it is the franchisee's first Caring Transitions franchise, Caring Transitions will train up to two people to operate the franchise.

The training takes place at the Caring Transitions corporate headquarters in Cincinnati, Ohio. Ray Fabik, the President, oversees the training and support of franchisees, a role he has held since February 2019. The training is conducted by employees with various administrative and operational responsibilities and by third-party vendors.

While Caring Transitions does not charge an additional fee for the initial training program, the franchisee is responsible for covering the costs of travel, lodging, food, and compensation for themselves and their employees during the training. The franchisee, or the person responsible for the general oversight and management of the franchised business, must begin the training program within 90 days after signing the franchise agreement and complete it to Caring Transitions' satisfaction. Failure to do so may result in the termination of the franchise without a refund of fees paid. Training programs are typically scheduled on a monthly basis, depending on demand.

Currently, Caring Transitions does not provide or require additional training programs after the initial training, except for on-site training. However, Caring Transitions retains the right to require additional training and charge a reasonable fee for it in the future.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.