Belgium
Franchising in Belgium is a lucrative industry with high potential for growth. Belgium’s franchising system represents about 3,500 franchisees, 30,000 jobs, and $3.5 billion. Over the past 10 years the franchising of services has grown significantly. The Belgian Franchise Federation (BFF) forecasts important growth over the coming 3 years in both franchise units and franchise systems.
| Total Population: | 10,414,336 |
GDP Per Capita: | $36,800 USD |
| Year | Number of Seniors 65+ | Percentage of Population |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,834,867 |
17.6% |
| 2025 | 2,389,908 |
22.8% |
| 2050 | 2,733,502 |
27.7% |
My first client was 89-years-old, and I ended up staying with her 24/7 until she passed away at the age of 92. I used to read the Bible to her, and we sang songs together because she used to be a choir director at her church. She wanted me to sing her favorite song – 'The Old Rugged Cross' – at her funeral. I did. I was with her when she took her last breath. It was such a sacred moment. I’ll never forget it. It just cemented this whole career for me and made me realize this was what I wanted to do.
Karen Stevens, 2009 RightCare Winner