How to Get Funding for an Adult Day Care
Adult day care programs serve a dual purpose. These programs provide social, educational and entertainment opportunities for senior citizens. Additionally, an adult day care allows respite opportunities for the caretakers of senior citizens. If your community is in need of such a program, getting funding for an adult day care is the fundamental first step.
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Develop a comprehensive business plan that includes not only a detailed marketing program but also a complete budget. The business plan is used when submitting grant applications. Within the business plan, list information about key personnel and their relevant professional backgrounds.
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Prepare grant applications for submission to federal agencies that provide funding for senior services. The two primary governmental agencies that provide funding for adult day care and related respite care programs are the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
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Write grant applications for submission to state and local governmental agencies that support programming for senior citizens. Many states have a Department on Aging. Additionally, more generalized state social services agencies may maintain grant programs for senior services. On the local level, the county health department may have grant programs and related opportunities to aid in funding an adult day care.
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Develop a relationship with the local or regional United Way agency. In some areas, United Way provides venture grants for starting new programs. The agency maintains a focus on senior services across the country. Once an adult day care program is up and running with an established track record, application should be made to turn the adult day care program into an United Way agency.
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