Education

The Basics of How to Start an Adult Day Center

Friday, May 9, 2008 | 9:00 am – Noon

American Red Cross Building
1900 25th Ave. S., Seattle, WA 98144

Workshop Summary:
Thinking about opening an adult day center? Join us in this informative and interactive workshop to explore what you need to put together for a successful business plan, including:

• Estimating your community’s need for a day center

• Understanding and using regulations in planning

• Determining your target population

• Examining financial considerations

• Maximizing staff and other resources, especially if operating out of a residential facility

Presenter:
Sara Myers, Director of the Washington Adult Day Services Association for the past 13 years, has assisted organizations across the region to grow the adult day services field. Nora Gibson has 30 years’ experience in adult day services and is the Executive Director of ElderHealth Northwest, the largest adult day program in the Pacific Northwest.