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Your Health Franchise Product Announcement News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in health franchising product announcement news from around the web. As a news aggregator for the health franchise industry, Franchise News Watch streams the latest ground breaking franchise articles, features, guides, blogs, news and more directly to your desktop.  Health Franchise Product Announcement NewsHome Care Assistance Announces Third Book in Its Senior Health and Wellness SeriesHome Care Assistance, North America’s leading provider of in-home care, is excited to announce "From Hospital to Home Care: A Step by Step Guide to Providing Care to Patients Post Hospitalization," the latest book in its senior health and wellness.. Bold New Service Guarantee Announced by Dahn YogaDahn Yoga & Health Centers, Inc., one the nation's largest providers of yoga classes, meditation and Tai Chi, has taken a bold move the announcement of its new customer service policy. Home Care Assistance Recognizes Heart MonthHome Care Assistance, North America's leading provider of in-home care, is raising awareness around heart disease and stroke prevention in observance of heart month. Home Care Assistance Launches AlzheimersHomeCare.comHome Care Assistance, the leading provider of in-home care for seniors, is proud to announce the launch of AlzheimersHomeCare.com. Created for families evaluating care solutions for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. St. Louis Home Care Company Develops a Cutting-Edge Approach to Reducing Avoidable Hospital ReadmissionsHome Care Assistance of St. Louis, North America’s leading provider of in-home care, announced today a long-term initiative to reduce avoidable hospitalizations and readmissions and become the leader among home care agencies in hospitalization... Home Care Assistance Launches Senior-Care.comHome Care Assistance, the leading provider of in-home care for seniors, is proud to announce the launch of Senior-Care.com. Home Care Assistance Develops a Cutting-Edge Approach to Reducing Avoidable Hospital ReadmissionsAs America continues to grapple with exploding health care costs, Congress and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid have placed a renewed emphasis on eliminating avoidable hospital readmissions. Massage Envy Spas in New York and New Jersey Bring the Ultimate Envy Package Just in Time for Valentine’s DayMassage Envy Spas in New York, New Jersey are giving guests the perfect Valentine’s Day gift with the Ultimate Envy package. Home Care Assistance of Charleston Receives Home Care Pulse CertificationHome Care Assistance of Charleston, the premier provider of in-home care for seniors, is proud to announce its Home Care Pulse Certification. Senior Care Company Launches Revolutionary Hospital to Home Care ProgramHome Care Assistance, the leading provider of in-home care for seniors, is proud to announce the Hospital to Home Care program, a comprehensive set of educational resources for families managing the difficult transition home after hospitalization. Senior Care Company Announces Hospital to Home Care Program in ArizonaHome Care Assistance of Phoenix, the leading provider of in-home care for seniors, is proud to announce the Hospital to Home Care program. Massage Envy Needham Street Now Offers Incredible Wellness PlanMassage Envy Needham Street now offers guests a low cost monthly Wellness Plan membership for just $59. Senior Care Company Launches Hospital to Home Care Program in Central OhioHome Care Assistance of Central Ohio, the leading provider of in-home care for seniors, is proud to announce the Hospital to Home Care program, a comprehensive set of educational resources for families managing the difficult transition home after... Give the Gift of Massage or Facials This Valentine's Day at Massage Envy(R)Massage Envy, the pioneer and national leader of professional, convenient and affordable massage and spa services, is the one-stop shop for Valentine's Day gifts. Seattle Sutton's Healthy Eating Kicks Off its 2012 Slim Down ContestSeattle Sutton's Healthy Eating (SSHE), the premier meal replacement company in the country, kicks off its La Salle County weight loss contest called Seattle Sutton's 2012 Slim Down. For 15 weeks, the 10 contestants will compete for prizes and improve... Massage Envy Spa Germantown Allows First Time Guests to Try Out Services for an Unbeatable Introductory OfferMassage Envy Spa Germantown offers first time guests an introductory one-hour massage session for just $49 or a one-hour facial for $59. Massage Envy Germantown offers convenient, professional and affordable facials and massage therapy in Germantown, MD. Nebraska Senior Care Company Launches Revolutionary Hospital to Home Care ProgramHome Care Assistance of Lincoln, Nebraska, the leading provider of in-home care for seniors, is proud to announce the Hospital to Home Care program, a comprehensive set of educational resources for families managing the difficult transition home after... Smoothie King Campaigns For Better Health In 2012Smoothie King, the 1973 creator of the nutritional smoothie, unveiled today its IAm1 campaign. Massage Envy Spa Flemington Provides Multiple Paths to Healthy SkinMassage Envy Spa Flemington continues to thrive through their exceptional massages in Flemington, New Jersey, but the buck doesn’t stop here. Simple Dahn Yoga Exercises Work the Liver Meridian, Dahn Yoga's Meridian for DecemberDahn Yoga & Health Centers, Inc., a national leader in health and wellness, continues to help individuals improve their overall well-being with its Meridian of the Month series. Montreal Senior Care Company Launches Revolutionary Hospital to Home Care ProgramHome Care Assistance of Montreal, the leading provider of in-home care for seniors, is proud to announce the Hospital to Home Care program, a comprehensive set of educational resources for families managing the difficult transition home after... Massage Envy Spa Saugus Now Caters To Persons with DisabilitiesNow Massage Envy Spa Saugus is able to provide persons with disabilities that same experience with specialized hydraulic massage tables which allow easy access for persons with disabilities. User-Friendly Technology Ensures Safety of Independent SeniorsAs nearly 90 percent of 40 million senior citizens wish to remain independent in their home, Direct Link, a national provider of home healthcare technology and an affiliate of Home Helpers is excited to announce the expansion of its product lines... Complete Nutrition Unveils Exclusive Weight Loss SystemComplete Nutrition, the nation’s fastest growing franchise in the retail supplement segment, has announced the launch of CTS360™ Clinical, a 60 day weight loss supplement system designed to increase energy levels and help individuals lose... Weight Watchers Unveils New Barcode Scanner AppWeight Watchers today announced the availability of the Weight Watchers(R) Barcode Scanner, a new mobile app that scans barcodes and provides accurate PointsPlus(R). Local Gold's Gyms Offer Complimentary Memberships to Gwinnett County Teachers This HolidayThis holiday season, Gwinnett County, Ga. teachers are invited to stop by nearby Gold's Gym locations to work out without sweating the cost of a gym membership. Massage Envy Campbell at Preston Offers First Time Guests Special DiscountsMassage Envy Campbell at Preston now offers first time guests an introductory one hour-massage session for just $49. For guests who prefer a longer treatment, an hour and a half massage session for first time guests are just $74. Home Care Assistance Announces New Book, The Handbook of Live-In CareHome Care Assistance, North America's premier provider of in-home senior care, is excited to announce its newest book, The Handbook of Live-in Care. Weight Watchers' Best Program Just Got Better, with More Customized Options That Make It Easier to Get Started and Stay SuccessfulWeight Watchers, ranked the #1 commercial weight management service provider by US News and World Report, today introduced PointsPlus 2012, an enhanced version of the revolutionary program that broke ground last year. Massage Envy Spa: East Market at Fair Lakes Accommodates New Members by Offering Introductory Custom Massages for $49Massage Envy Spa, East Market at Fair Lakes is pleased to accommodate guest preferences and meet individual health needs by offering introductory custom massages in Fairfax, Virginia to new members at a low price of $49. Phoenix Massage Envy Co-Op Offers Exclusive Holiday Gift Card DealMassage Envy Phoenix, a co-op of 27 massage centers and part of the nation
Flip Flop Shops Celebrates the Holiday Season with OluKaiFlip Flop Shops, North America's first retail chain exclusive to the hottest brands and latest styles of flip flops and sandals, today announced that it will partner with OluKai this holiday season for its system-wide promotion to spread holiday cheer by. Facial Treatments at Hand & Stone: Introductory Specials for New CustomersHand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa is currently offering introductory specials on massage and facial treatments for new customers. Saving Money on Haircuts Just Got Easier at Great ClipsFor the first time, Great Clips salons will offer customers the chance to lock in significant savings on the price of their next haircut with a prepaid $9.99 Value Card. This offer is available at more than 3,000 Great Clips salons in the United States... Athletic Republic Announces Sales and Training of New Nike SPARQ Vapor Strobe EyewearAthletic Republic, a leader in high performance sports training, has announced the introduction of a new sports training product from Nike SPARQ Sensory Performance. Gold's Gym And Shape Magazine Trim More Than Just The Turkey This Thanksgiving With A Full Plate Of Holiday WorkoutsWith Thanksgiving right around the corner, Americans will soon be indulging in the traditional turkey day fare, all 3,000 calories of it, according to leading nutritional experts. Interim HealthCare Launches New Interim Transitions Services Chronic Care Support ProgramInterim HealthCare, the nation's leading home healthcare franchise, announced today the launch of its new Interim Transitions Services Chronic Care Support Program, to effectively transition patients suffering from chronic diseases from an inpatient... Massage Envy Warrington and Massage Envy North Wales Bring Guests Holiday SavingsMassage Envy Warrington and Massage Envy Spa North Wales is happy to introduce their holiday packages and specials, running now until December 31st. Customers can get great deals on facials and massages in Warrington, Philadelphia, PA, combined with... Doctors Express of Downingtown: More Than Just Urgent CareUrgent care centers act as convenient, affordable alternatives to emergency rooms for non-life-threatening conditions. One innovative center in Downingtown, Pa. has taken the concept to a new level.
Select Massage Envy's in the Boston Area Have a Special Holiday DealMassage Envy Dedham and Newton invites guests to give the gift of relaxation this holiday season with massage therapy in Boston, Massachusetts. Their holiday promotion allows guests to purchase membership gift cards and walk away with a special gift. Flip Flop Shops Shouts Out a Big Thanks to U.S. Troops: Offers Start-Up Discount to Military VeteransFlip Flop Shops, the only lifestyle retail franchise to capture the essence of the flip flop connoisseur way of life, today announced its support for veterans by providing discounted franchise fees and extensive, ongoing support for qualified military... Interim HealthCare Honors National Hospice Month with Debut of Fifth Video in Documentary SeriesInterim HealthCare(R), the nation's first and finest home healthcare franchise company, today launched the fifth of its eight-part documentary series for 2011. Select Massage Envy Locations in New Jersey and New York Have a Special Holiday Promotion This SeasonThis holiday season, select Massage Envy locations in New Jersey and New York are making it easy to share the health and wellness of a massage and facial in New Jersey and New York.
Massage Envy Spa Annapolis Will Be Offering A Holiday PromotionWith the holidays just around the corner, Massage Envy Spa Annapolis will be providing special savings and deals. Vitaminwater Co-Founder Mike Repole Leads Healthy Revolution, Commits to Proving that Fast Food Doesn't Have to be Fat FoodEnergy Kitchen, the healthy, fast-casual eatery founded in New York and financially backed and strategically led by Mike Repole, co-founder of Vitaminwater and major stakeholder of Pirate's Booty all-natural snacks, is poised to open 40 new restaurants... Massage Envy Locations in the Greater Washington, D.C. & Baltimore Area Make Giving the Gift of Health Easy and RewardingThis holiday season all 30 Massage Envy locations in the greater Washington, D.C. & Baltimore area will be hosting a holiday special.
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Features & Special ReportsCreating a Cost-Effective Lead Generation StrategyFor many franchisors, the traditional advertising vehicles - portals, print advertising, PR, and broker networks - do not appear to be working as effectively as they were five years ago. New Highlights from the 2012 AFDRIn the previous two issues of FUSR, we published (1) a high-level overview of the 2012 Annual Franchise Development Report (AFDR), followed by (2) a selection of highlights from the report. Finding Your Optimal Buyer: Sellers Must Learn To Look Beyond PriceWhen sellers are contemplating a decision regarding the sale of their business, they overwhelmingly select the bidder with the highest price, only to find afterward that this might not have been the best decision for their circumstances. The Four Steps to Lead Generation Success, Part 4: Wow 'Em!This fourth installment builds on those ideas, showing how you can "wow" your candidates and the importance of how you present your concept to them. The Winner's Column - February 2012As savvy franchise companies continue to flourish in a volatile economy, FUSR continues to bring you good news each month, highlighting brands that are adding units, increasing comp store sales, striking deals with investors, innovating, and continuing to grow, whether domestically or overseas. Jim Collins to Keynote 2012 Multi-Unit Franchising ConferenceMulti-Unit Franchisee Magazine announced today that Jim Collins, business expert and best-selling author, will deliver the opening keynote address at the 2012 Multi-Unit Franchising Conference (MUFC). Growing Up Franchising: Sam Covelli Develops Both His Brands And EmployeesSam Covelli says he grew up in the restaurant business working in his father's McDonald's. Under his father's leadership, Covelli Enterprises eventually grew to 26 locations, one of the largest McDonald's franchisees in the country. Members Only: Ray Harrigill Builds A Successful Membership-Based Business ModelRay Harrigill believes in diversification. His Sunray Companies has restaurants (Bumpers Drive-In), tanning salons (Palm Beach Tan), fitness centers (Koko FitClub), and hotel properties (Hampton Inn), to name a few. That's because of lessons he's learned along the way. Creating Jobs: Zane Tankel Is Taking Matters Into His Own HandsZane Tankel is not waiting on any government job programs to help his business. CMO Roundtable - Using Profiling to Retain More CustomersWhat are some fresh, innovative ways you are using profiling, targeting,<br /> and loyalty programs to acquire and retain more customers? 
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