How to Open an Assisted Living

How to Open an Assisted Living Facility is a practical, experience-based guide designed for aspiring entrepreneurs, healthcare professionals, and caregivers seeking to start and successfully run their own assisted living business. Drawing from over two decades of pharmaceutical and caregiving experience, Dr. Tesfa Bahta offers readers a step-by-step roadmap that blends regulatory insight, real-world case studies, and strategic planning into a powerful resource. Written in plain language but filled with professional wisdom, this book covers everything from evaluating your passion and securing funding, to converting a residential property into a fully licensed facility. It also walks you through hiring staff, managing inspections, complying with local laws (especially in strict states like Florida), and marketing your services to ensure growth. More than just a manual, this book includes Tesfa's own inspiring journey of transforming a personal home into Windermere Assisted Living Facility—offering firsthand lessons about pitfalls to avoid and smart decisions that lead to long-term success. Whether you're just exploring the idea or ready to apply for a license, this guide equips you with the tools, mindset, and confidence to take the leap.