Start Small: A Guide to Starting in Assisted Living
The demand for assisted living is rapidly growing. More and more people are learning about the residential assisted living opportunity and discovering the cash-flow that these homes generate.
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Not Just For Seniors…The Link Between Alzheimer’s & That Sweet Stuff We All Crave
It’s no secret that what we eat and how frequently we exercise have a direct impact on our health and future longevity. Research suggests that the link between sugar and cognitive diseases like Alzheimer’s is strong. Although there are numerous factors that influence this disease, food is one of the biggest factors that we can control.
Understanding the Difference Between ADL & IADL in Assisted Living?
Activities of Daily Living (ADL) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADL) are helpful classifications for caregivers and physicians to evaluate the independence and autonomy of seniors. We all want to live independently. This remains true in assisted living communities. Understanding seniors and their abilities can help caregivers provide the right environment for them to thrive.
The Cost of Caring for Others
Opening an assisted living home and/or being a caregiver for seniors is not always easy and it comes with many challenges. Whether you have been in this business for a long time or are brand-new, the cost of caring for others is real and it comes in many forms. Knowing how to recognize and address these issues is key to help prepare you for success.
Senior Housing…Not Just Big-Box Anymore
RAL homeowners understand their significance in the rapidly growing assisted living market. The concept works well. It’s all about understanding the need and finding a way to meet it. Smaller RAL homes are better capable to assist the needs of seniors than big-box facilities.
Is This a Market Disruptor or a Market Extender?
The Senior Housing Forum wrote an article titled “Is This a Market Disruptor? Or a Market Extender?” by Susan Saldibar. The article featured Gene Guarino’s RAL Academy training program. This follow-up summarizes a complete review of Saldibar’s article. The entire assisted living market is tuned into what the RAL Academy is doing. This proven investment model offers something unique and beneficial for anyone getting into the assisted living industry.
What is the Average Day for the Residents?
So what is the experience like for the seniors in a residential assisted living home, and what does an average day look like? Here we give you a simple schedule of activities and what seniors could expect to participate in on any given day.
Addressing Critiques of the Residential Assisted Living Model of Senior Housing
There are many myths and questions around the residential assisted living business model. These questions can be obstacles for people who are unfamiliar with residential assisted living.
Residential Assisted Living Solving the Millennial Burden of Caring for Aging Parents
Millennials who are facing a more competitive workforce may be able to start a RAL business, and generate significant cash flow, potentially for decades, while also providing a suitable living environment for elder loved ones.
RALAcademy Students Hitting Home Runs
“Positioning is everything.” Don was looking for an investment opportunity and began preparing before he was even sure what it would be. He attended the 3-Day Fast Track course at the RAL Academy, got inspired and learned the strategy for entering the residential assisted living market.
A proven formula to provide your family with significant ongoing monthly cash flow and protect them from market fluctuations.