Why This RN Left the Hospital to Start Her Own Business | Entrepreneur
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Rachel Wommack has dedicated over 14 years to elder care as a registered nurse, becoming aware of the failures in the healthcare system regarding support for elderly patients post-discharge. In 2021, inspired by personal circumstances and the encouragement of her fiancé, she chose to pursue franchising as a means to effect change. Wommack sought a franchise opportunity that aligned with her values and understanding of healthcare shortcomings, ultimately partnering with A Place At Home to provide essential support for seniors transitioning back home after skilled nursing stays.
Rachel Wommack focused on elder care and recognized the systemic gap in support for patients transitioning from skilled care to home recovery, which drove her to franchise A Place At Home.
After 14 years in healthcare, Wommack realized her calling was to address the gaps in support that elderly patients face upon discharge from skilled nursing facilities.
The decision to franchise with A Place At Home was founded on Wommack's understanding of healthcare shortcomings and the alignment of the company's values with hers.
Wommack's personal experience in case management highlighted the unfulfilled needs of elderly patients post-discharge, leading to her entrepreneurial venture in elder care.
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