Track 01
Assisted Living Facilities
The practical foundation every operator needs before opening their doors. Built from our Foundations of Care course — whether you're brand new to senior living or formalizing what you already know, this track moves you from idea to a licensed, revenue-ready facility.
Module · Foundations
- 01
Introduction & Industry Overview
Why this is one of the strongest decades in history to enter assisted living — how Baby Boomer demand is reshaping the market, and what this business can realistically deliver financially and personally.
- 02
Types of Facilities
Assisted Living (ALF), Independent Living, Group Homes, and the emerging Co-Living model — how facility size dictates your licensing path, zoning options, and the residents you're allowed to serve.
- 03
Structuring Your Business
Protect yourself legally from day one: LLC formation, EIN, operating agreements, single-member vs. partnership setups, and holding-company structures for full privacy and asset protection.
- 04
Overview
A wide-angle look at what it really takes to run a facility day-to-day — the operating rhythm, key roles, and the standards that separate a profitable home from a struggling one.
Module · Funding & Startup Costs
- 01
SBA Loans
How to use SBA financing to fund your facility — qualification basics, what lenders look for, and how to position your business plan for approval.
- 02
Private Pay vs. Government Pay
Know your revenue streams before you open. A clear breakdown of private pay, Medicaid, Medicare Waiver, and how to credential with insurance carriers to keep your facility full.
- 03
Building Equity
Turn your facility into a long-term wealth engine — real estate appreciation, business valuation, and the moves that compound equity year after year.
