Backed by 60+ years of expertise and built for modern franchisees, Heart to Home Meals is redefining what it means to make a difference.
It often begins with something deeply personal — a memory of a grandparent’s smile when their favorite meal was delivered, or a parent who longs to stay in their own home but struggles to cook for themselves. Moments like these can spark a quiet realization: Food doesn’t just nourish the body — it can also offer comfort, connection and care.
For many Heart to Home Meals franchisees, that moment of recognition becomes a call to action. They don’t set out just to open a business. They set out to show up for others the way someone once showed up for their family or someone they cared about.
That’s what drew Lisa and Wayne Miller to the brand. When Lisa saw how much her own parents valued the Heart to Home Meals service, she knew it was something their community needed, too. Or take Tim Young, a longtime business owner who found himself craving more meaning in his work. “When you believe in what you’re doing,” he says, “you can see the impact of your work on people’s lives.”
That’s the magic of Heart to Home Meals — a franchise designed to deliver more than food. It delivers independence to seniors, connection to communities and purpose to people ready for their next chapter.
A Mission That Meets the Moment
Today, nearly 1 in 6 Americans is over the age of 65. By 2030, that number will rise to 1 in 5¹ — and the vast majority of these older adults want to remain in their homes as they age. But the systems designed to support them are stretched thin. Home care agencies face staff shortages. Family caregivers are burned out. And as these needs grow, so does the opportunity to deliver reliable solutions that help seniors maintain their independence and quality of life.
At the same time, thousands of working professionals are stepping back and reassessing their careers. After years in fast-paced industries or rigid corporate environments, they’re looking for something different: more freedom, more flexibility and more meaning.
Heart to Home Meals was created to meet this moment — not just in the U.S., but around the world. The franchise is built on the proven models of Heart to Home Meals in Canada and Wiltshire Farm Foods in the UK, both of which have seen remarkable growth serving aging populations. After decades of success internationally, the brand launched in Eastern Massachusetts in 2019 and has since expanded rapidly, now serving thousands of seniors annually. 612.341.3100 | HotDishAd.com 3500 Vicksburg Lane N., Suite 400-361 Plymouth, MN 55447 1
Heart to Home Meals exists at the intersection of a growing societal need and a shifting professional landscape. It offers a scalable solution to an urgent challenge — and a path for purpose-driven people to build meaningful, sustainable businesses.
Built to Deliver — and to Matter
Franchisees don’t cook the meals or provide hands-on care. Instead, they lead territory-based operations — managing customer relationships, building community connections, overseeing a small team and driving local marketing. Behind the scenes, Heart to Home Meals handles everything else: food production, systems and processes, menu innovation, compliance and ongoing training.
The result is a franchise model that delivers on multiple levels — emotional purpose, practical support and real financial potential. With low overhead, recession-resilient demand and recurring customer relationships, it’s a business built for longevity and designed for those who want to lead with heart without sacrificing returns.
Every interaction — from a routine delivery to a quick call — becomes a moment of care. For many seniors, that connection is just as meaningful as the meals themselves. Franchisees aren’t just building businesses. They’re creating lasting impact in the lives of seniors and their families.
“It’s obvious that they care about us, and they’ve built a business model that lets franchisees succeed without paying excessive fees or royalties,” says Wayne Miller, a franchise owner. “Heart to Home Meals has been fantastic.”
That’s why the brand attracts people from all walks of life: former healthcare professionals, logistics pros, corporate leaders and family teams looking to build something meaningful. What unites them isn’t a shared background — it’s a shared desire to do work that feels good and does good.
And they’re never left to figure it out alone. Backed by global food delivery leader apetito™, Heart to Home Meals brings more than 60 years of senior nutrition expertise and three decades of franchising success to every U.S. location — plus robust onboarding, marketing support and strategic guidance that evolves with franchisees as they grow.
Be the Difference Someone’s Waiting for
The urgency is real — and the timing couldn’t be better.
In the wake of the pandemic, the importance of reliable, compassionate in-home support has never been clearer. Families are more aware of the risks their aging loved ones face, and seniors themselves are looking for trusted solutions that support their independence without requiring them to uproot their lives.
Meanwhile, the business landscape is shifting. Franchisees today aren’t just looking for passive income or fast wins. They want models with staying power — businesses that can weather economic uncertainty, serve evolving needs and create long-term value.
And they want to do work that aligns with their values. Heart to Home Meals offers all of that — plus the credibility of a brand with decades of success across North America and Europe. 612.341.3100 | HotDishAd.com 3500 Vicksburg Lane N., Suite 400-361 Plymouth, MN 55447 2
Heart to Home Meals checks every box: a recession-resilient service, a low-overhead structure, a clear and growing market and a mission that resonates across generations. And because franchise territories are exclusive and filling quickly, the window to get in early — and build real momentum — won’t stay open forever.
“Be prepared, come with empathy and care about what you do,” Tim Young advises. “Because this really is a unique business where you can be successful and do something meaningful.”
Heart to Home Meals: Where Purpose Meets Potential
Whether you’re stepping away from the corporate world, starting a family-run business, or simply looking to lead with heart, Heart to Home Meals offers a chance to do more than build a future — it offers a chance to make one better.
It’s not just a franchise. It’s a movement toward more dignity, more connection and more care — one meal at a time.
Ready to serve more than meals? Contact Richard Peroe, Senior Director of Franchise Development, at 757 818-5088 or Richard.Peroe@hearttohomemeals.com.
- 2020 Census: 1 in 6 People in the United States Were 65 and Over