Assisted Living & Mental Health: A Beginner’s Guide to Serving This Population assisted living bipolar disorder assisted living for schizophrenia assisted living mental health assisted living staff for mental health medicaid mental health assisted living mental health assisted living facility Jul 14, 2025

Thinking about opening an assisted living home that serves people with mental health needs? You might be wondering:

Who are the residents?
What kind of care do they need?
What challenges should I expect?

Good news—you don’t have to figure it out alone! This guide breaks down what it’s really like ...

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Can You Really Own More Than One Assisted Living Facility? assisted living administrator licensing assisted living business plan assisted living growth strategies building a team for assisted living how to scale care homes leadership in assisted living own multiple assisted living homes running facilities in different states scaling assisted living business Jul 11, 2025

Yes — and if you're serious about building wealth and impact in this space, you should. One home is a great start. But if you want real freedom, consistent income, and a business that doesn’t need you in it 24/7… you’ve got to think bigger.

But scaling the right way? That takes planning, the right ...

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How to Become a Landlord for an Assisted Living Facility assisted living lease agreement assisted living real estate assisted living rental property how to rent to assisted living operator landlord assisted living residential assisted living landlord Jul 10, 2025

Want to rent your home to someone who runs an assisted living facility? You're in the right place.

Many landlords don’t know this is an option—but it is. In fact, it can be a great way to turn your home into a cash-flowing business without running the care side yourself.

I recently spoke with some...

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Do You Need an Attorney for Your Assisted Living License? assisted living application assisted living license assisted living licensing process care home license do i need an attorney for assisted living policies and procedures assisted living residential assisted living license Jul 09, 2025

One big question we hear a lot is:

👉 “Do I need an attorney to help me get licensed?”

Let’s break this down in a super simple way so you can feel confident and clear on your next step.

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Why This Matters

Getting your license is one of the first and most important steps ...

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What is Senior Living? A Comprehensive Overview of Care Homes, Assisted Living, and Nursing Homes assisted living licensing assisted living vs nursing home independent living options memory care explained senior care business senior living overview types of senior living Jul 08, 2025

Curious about the world of senior living? You’re in the right place! In this blog, we’ll break down the basics of care homes, assisted living, and nursing homes so you understand the key differences and know which one fits your goals or your loved one’s needs.

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Marketing Strategies for Filling Your Assisted Living Home: A Beginner’s Guide Jul 07, 2025

Starting an assisted living home is exciting — but now you need residents!

In this blog, we’ll walk through simple, effective marketing strategies to help you fill your beds, grow your business, and serve more families.

You don’t need to be a marketing expert to make this work — just follow the cl...

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Your Mentorship Blueprint for Assisted Living Investing assisted living investing care home funding and grants how to start a care home mentorship in senior living profitable assisted living residential assisted living mentorship senior living business plan senior living mentor starting an assisted living business Jul 04, 2025

Getting started in assisted living can feel like standing at the bottom of a mountain without a trail map. You know where you want to go, but the path seems fuzzy.

That's where a mentor steps in.

In this blog, I’ll walk you through why mentorship can totally change your game, how to pick the right...

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How to Create a Residential Assisted Living Business Plan: A Step-by-Step Guide assisted living business plan assisted living financial planning how to create a business plan market research for assisted living residential assisted living business plan starting an assisted living facility Jul 03, 2025

Starting a residential assisted living facility? The first step to success is a solid business plan. Whether you’re buying an existing facility, converting a home, or building from scratch, a clear plan helps guide your decisions and attracts investors.

Let’s break down how to create a winning busi...

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Choosing Your Role in Assisted Living: Owner, Operator, or Administrator? administrator assisted living business assisted living careers assisted living roles executive director management company operator owner role in assisted living starting an assisted living business Jul 02, 2025

Discover which role fits you best in the assisted living business and set yourself up for success!

Starting an assisted living business can be exciting, but there are several options for you to consider for how you want to be involved. Specifically, do you want to own, operate, or manage the facili...

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Nursing Homes vs. Assisted Living: What’s the Difference? assisted living business assisted living regulations assisted living tips assisted living vs nursing home how to start assisted living long-term care business nursing home services senior care homes senior housing startup Jul 01, 2025

Ever wondered what the real difference is between a nursing home and an assisted living facility?
You’re not alone! A lot of people mix them up or just call everything a “nursing home.”

In today’s post, we’re breaking it all down for you — simple, clear, and concise. Let’s go!

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How to Hire Caregivers for Your Assisted Living Home assisted living business tips assisted living staffing caregiver application form caregiver background check caregiver certifications caregiver hiring process caregiver onboarding gusto payroll for caregivers how to hire caregivers Jun 30, 2025

Hiring caregivers is one of the most important steps in running your assisted living facility, but it's also stressful. How do you find reliable staff? What paperwork do you need? How do you avoid hiring the wrong person?

This beginner-friendly guide breaks it all down for you. Whether you’re hirin...

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Assisted Living Investing: How Our Community Can Help You Start Your Own Assisted Living Business assisted living acceleration course assisted living business assisted living business plan checklist assisted living funding assisted living investing assisted living licensing assisted living startup ral residential assisted living Jun 27, 2025

Starting your own assisted living business can seem overwhelming at first, but the right community and support can make all the difference. I'm Brandon Gustofson from Assisted Living Investing, and in this post, I'll show you how our Facebook group and resources are designed to help you launch your ...

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