Homewatch CareGivers, providing independence and peace-of-mind through professional in-home care services, has announced the granting of its first franchise in Ireland. Diarmaid O Corrbui and David W. Duffy of Leercon Limited have purchased the rights to both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, with a first right of refusal for England, Scotland and Wales. They plan to open the first franchise in Dublin by the end of 2006.