1851

Jeremy and Sydnee Hancock opened their first <a href="https://www.seniorhelpersfranchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=from-serving-their-country-to-serving-their-community-how-jeremy-and-sydnee-hancock-transitioned-from-active-duty-military-life-to-senior-helpers-2710482" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="text-decoration-line:none" target="_blank">Senior Helpers</a> franchise in Utah County in October of 2018. Prior to that, Jeremy had been active duty military for 15 years. As their family grew, the Hancocks&nbsp;wanted something with more stability and Jeremy&nbsp;took a job in investment banking operations working for Goldman Sachs. Sydnee&rsquo;s background was in public health and occupational therapy, but when the couple started having children, she took time off to be at home with them. Still, however, Jeremy was looking for more, and Sydnee was looking for a way to transition back into the workforce.&nbsp;

&ldquo;After working in the investment banking industry and&nbsp;corporate America for a few years, I wanted to do something that had a more direct impact on&nbsp;our community,&rdquo; said Jeremy.

The Hancocks needed a business venture that fulfilled these two needs &mdash; something that would give back to their community, and something that would give them the freedom to spend more time together as a family.&nbsp;

&ldquo;Business ownership seemed like the perfect way to get back into the workforce while also still having the time to be with my family,&rdquo; said Sydnee. &ldquo;I&rsquo;m still in the thick of parenting with my kids,&rdquo; she continued, &ldquo;and I wanted to make sure I&rsquo;m still available to them and still have a large influence in the home.&rdquo;

Their kids are now ages 9, 15 and 11, and the Hancocks started making moves last year to take the leap into full-time business ownership. &ldquo;We originally thought we would start a company from scratch as I transitioned from Goldman Sachs,&rdquo; said Jeremy, &ldquo;but what I realized is that our kids aren&rsquo;t getting any younger, so we just took the plunge with <a href="https://1851franchise.com/seniorhelpers" style="text-decoration-line:none" target="_blank">Senior Helpers</a>.&rdquo;&nbsp;

In May 2019, Jeremy left Goldman Sachs for good. Together, the Hancocks have acquired their second Senior Helpers location in the Greater Salt Lake City area.&nbsp;

What appealed to them about Senior Helpers was the idea of being able to really get in touch with their community, create change and do something that impacted the lives of real people. &ldquo;I&rsquo;ve always had an affinity for the aging adults in our community,&rdquo; Jeremy stated. &ldquo;Honestly, my favorite part about the business is to be able to give back to the people that worked so hard to provide the conveniences and luxuries that we enjoy today.&rdquo;&nbsp;

The Hancocks feel that generating jobs in their community has created a valuable economic resource for local caregivers. &ldquo;When we sent out the first payroll, it was significant to me that we were providing employment,&rdquo; said Jeremy.&nbsp;&ldquo;That felt so amazing, and furthers the impact we&#39;re making on our local community.&rdquo;

Senior Helpers not only provides emotional fulfillment for the Hancocks, but Sydnee feels it has ramped up her business savvy and made her a valuable asset to their clients. &ldquo;Because I have experience in healthcare, what I love about Senior Helpers is that it helps me round out my skill set on the business side,&rdquo; said Sydnee of Senior Helpers corporate support. &ldquo;They&rsquo;ve provided mentors to me, and the training I&rsquo;ve received makes me feel like I&rsquo;m offering a really complete service to our community.&ldquo;

The initial start-up cost for a single-unit franchise with Senior Helpers ranges between $104,800 and $144,300 and has a franchisee fee of $49,500. Qualified veterans receive an additional 10% off the franchise fee. To learn more about franchising opportunities with Senior Helpers, visit<a href="https://www.seniorhelpersfranchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=from-serving-their-country-to-serving-their-community-how-jeremy-and-sydnee-hancock-transitioned-from-active-duty-military-life-to-senior-helpers-2710482" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="text-decoration-line:none" target="_blank"> https://www.seniorhelpersfranchise.com/</a>.

From Serving Their Country to Serving Their Community: How Jeremy and Sydnee Hancock Transitioned From Active Duty Military Life to Senior Helpers

1851 Franchise

When Jeremy Hancock and his wife, Sydnee, were looking to own their first business together, they found fulfillment in bringing Senior Helpers to the Greater Salt Lake City and Utah County areas. 

This brand page has been paid for by 1851. Content within this page that is paid will showcase a Sponsored icon. This means the brand has engaged 1851 FRANCHISE to write the content. Content without the Sponsored Icon is aggregated media placements the brand earned. Questions can be sent to editorial@1851franchise.com

from-serving-their-country-to-serving-their-community-how-jeremy-and-sydnee-hancock-transitioned-from-active-duty-military-life-to-senior-helpers

Children's Lighthouse

Children’s Lighthouse Ramps Up Growth in First Half of 2025 With Strategic Expansions, Franchise Signings, and New Headquarters

childrens-lighthouse-ramps-up-growth-in-first-half-of-2025-with-strategic-expansions-franchise-signings-and-new-headquarters

Right at Home

Right at Home® Named a 2025 Top Franchise Brand for Multi-Unit Owners by Entrepreneur Magazine

right-at-home-named-a-2025-top-franchise-brand-for-multi-unit-owners-by-entrepreneur-magazine

Dog Training Elite

Dog Training Elite -Tips-to-Ease-Dog Anxiety-for-4th of July- July-2025

Dog Training Elite Shares Tips To Ease Dog Anxiety for 4th of July

tips-to-ease-dog-anxiety-fireworks-4th-of-july

Melting Pot

Photo of interior of Melting Pot restaurant

Lexington Herald Leader: This Restaurant Chain Eyes a Return to Lexington After 10 Years

melting-pot-return-to-lexington

Keke's Breakfast Cafe

Keke's Breakfast Cafe - John and Kimberly Ehrhard - 1851 Franchise

Empowering Leadership, One Pancake at a Time: How John and Kimberly Ehrhard Are Building a Franchise Legacy with Keke’s Breakfast Cafe

john-kimberly-ehrhard-kekes-franchise

Buying a Franchise Masterclass

 Franchise Opportunities

Get Support Buying a Franchise

How to Buy a Franchise White Paper

How to Buy a Franchise

How to Sell Franchises

How to Grow a Franchise

Find a Franchise Supplier

1851 Franchise Opportunities

Franchisor News

Franchisor Power Rankings

FranCamp Mastermind Summit

Franchise Development Website Builder

Franchise Resources

What ALEC-Laffer's Report Means for Franchising

Website Awards

Power Rankings

About 1851

Advertise on 1851

Contact 1851 Editorial

Terms of Use

1851 Login

GROWTH CLUB LOGIN

facebook

instagram

twitter

linkedin

youtube

Drone Delivery Takes Flight in QSR: The Future of Franchise Operations?

drone-delivery-takes-flight-in-qsr-the-future-of-franchise-operations

Chick-fil-A Tops Customer Satisfaction Rankings for 11th Year as Challenger Brands Gain Ground

chick-fil-a-tops-customer-satisfaction-rankings-for-11th-year-as-challenger-brands-gain-ground

Technomic Releases Annual Ranking of the Top 15 Fast-Food Chains in the U.S.

technomic-releases-annual-ranking-of-the-top-15-fast-food-chains-in-the-us

Rising Jobless Claims Could Signal Challenges — and Opportunities — for Franchising

rising-jobless-claims-affect-franchising

Hardee’s Lawsuit Highlights the Risk of Going Off-Model in Franchising

hardees-franchise-lawsuit-paradigm-investment-group

How Vishal Juneja Turned a Family Tradition Into a Paris Baguette Franchise

How Vishal Juneja Turned a Family Tradition Into a Paris Baguette Franchise Built on Heart and Community

paris-baguette-franchise-rockaway-new-jersey-vishal-junjea

Franchisee spotlight graphic with photo of Raj Pingili and Paris Baguette logo

How a Family Vacation Inspired Raj Pingili to Bring Paris Baguette to Towson, Maryland

how-a-family-vacation-inspired-raj-pingili-to-bring-paris-baguette-to-towson-maryland

Franchisee spotlight graphic with photo of Juan & Whitney Fernandez & family, BIGGBY COFFEE logo

From Chiropractic to Coffee: These BIGGBY® COFFEE Franchisees Are Brewing Something New in Troy, Ohio 

biggby-coffee-franchise-coming-to-troy-ohio

Franchisee spotlight graphic with photo of Sean Phelan & Caring Transitions logo

From Tech to Transitions: Why This Caring Transitions Franchisee Left the Corporate World To Help Families Navigate Life’s Hardest Moves

From Serving Their Country to Serving Their Community: How Jeremy and Sydnee Hancock Transitioned From Active Duty Military Life to Senior Helpers

MORE STORIES LIKE THIS