ADEMOGRAPHIC STUDY

Your first step in starting an assisted living facility or Residential Care Home is to assess the market availability for the present and the future. This Senior Living Demographic study will include: Three counties within your state, demographics of the populations from age 45-85 and over, 2022 population projections, population growth, total male population, total female population, population by single race, household income by age, total owner occupied housing units, owner occupied housing, renter occupied housing, nursing homes & military housing. After which you can make an informed decision of your market availability.

Residential Care Home Course 101

These small private facilities, also called residential care facilities or group homes, usually have 20 or fewer residents. Rooms may be private or shared. Residents receive personal care and meals, and staff are available around the clock. Nursing and medical care usually are not provided at the home.

In most cases, you must pay the costs of living at a board and care home. Medicare does not cover these costs. Medicaid may provide partial coverage, depending on the state and whether the person is eligible. If the older person has long-term care insurance, check their plan to see if it includes coverage for this type of facility. Take this course and learn how to start this Long-Term care business , the staff needed, Design for small facilities to larger facilities, Operations, Forms needed for intake of patients, and a Bonus addition of a hard copy you will be able to print that expands care into areas such as Home Modification and Caregiving.

SMALL ASSISTED LIVING / RESIDENTIAL CARE PACKAGE

If you are starting an assisted living for no more than 4-24 beds, this package was designed for you. It all has the essentials for starting your project. A Business Plan, 3 year profit and loss statements, furnishings, A Senior Living Demographic Study to find the perfect location for your facility, Administrative Guidelines to guide you in all the right directions with the operations, Basic Operating Procedures and job descriptions for all staff, And The Complete Guide to Operations, Marketing and Management. It's a package designed to assisted you in starting your own Assisted Living Facility. Call with questions or how we can customize this package to suit your needs.

This package includes:

• Basic Operational Manual
• Business Plan
• A Senior Living Demographic Study of Three Counties or your choice in your state to find the right location.
• Forms
• Policy and Procedures

RESIDENT HANDBOOK

This companion piece to our Residential Care Home Policy and Procedures, allows your residents to know the rules of the facility. The topics in this handbook include: Welcome, Mission, vision goals, Services, Admission Process, Discharge, Rights, Complaints, Privacy of Records, Pets, Fire Drills, Resident medical evaluation, Meals, Transportation, No smoking, Activities and conclusion.

RESIDENTIAL CARE HOME POLICY AND PROCEDURES - STATE SPECIFIC

A residential care home policy and procedure manual outlines the guidelines and specific steps staff must follow to ensure the safety, well-being, and quality of life for residents, covering aspects like admission procedures, personal care routines, medication administration, meal planning, activities, emergency response, resident rights, infection control, and reporting incidents, all while adhering to relevant regulations and ethical standards. Some Key elements include, but not limited to :

Admissions and Assessments:

• Criteria for admission based on medical needs and functional abilities.
• Comprehensive pre-admission assessment process including medical history, cognitive function, ADL needs.
• Resident contract outlining rights and responsibilities.

Resident Care Plans:

• Individualized care plans based on assessment results.
• Regular reviews and updates to care plans as needed.
• Documentation of care provided, including personal hygiene, assistance with dressing, and mobility support.

Medication Management:

• Secure storage of medications.
• Double-checking medications before administration.
• Reporting medication errors and adverse reactions.
• Procedures for medication administration by authorized staff.

Nutrition and Dietary Needs:

• Dietary assessments to identify special dietary needs.
• Customized meal plans based on resident preferences and medical conditions.
• Monitoring food intake and hydration.

Activities and Socialization:

• Planned activities to promote physical, cognitive, and social well-being.
• Resident involvement in activity planning.
• Opportunities for interaction with family and friends.

Safety and Emergency Procedures:

• Fire safety protocols, including evacuation procedures.
• Fall prevention strategies.
• Response to medical emergencies, including CPR and first aid.

Resident Rights and Advocacy:

• Respect for resident privacy and dignity.
• Communication with residents and their families regarding care decisions.
• Grievance process for addressing resident concerns.

Staff Training and Competency:

• Regular staff training on policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Documentation of staff competency in specific care tasks.

Infection Control:

• Hand hygiene practices.
• Standard precautions for preventing infection spread.
• Procedures for managing infectious diseases.

Important Considerations:

• Compliance with regulations: Policies and procedures must align with all applicable state and federal regulations governing residential care homes.
• Documentation: Accurate and thorough documentation is crucial for tracking resident care and maintaining compliance.

NON STATE SPECIFIC POLICY AND PROCEDURES - $2500.00