Start Your Own Senior Services Business

Startup Series

by Charlene Davis

The senior population is multiplying by the millions! In fact, during the next 25 years, the senior population in America is expected to double—growing faster than the total population in every state. This means one thing—a tremendous opportunity for aspiring and compassionate entrepreneurs like you! From providing adult daycare or homecare to transportation or concierge needs, our experts cover today’s most requested services within the 65+ market. Learn, step by step, how to choose the right opportunity for you, legally and financially establish your business, acquire licenses and certifications, set policies and procedures, and much more! Plus, gain priceless insight, advice, and tips from practicing senior care professionals. Learn how to: • Discover your specialty within one of six growing areas of interest— adult daycare, relocation services, homecare, transportation services, concierge, and travel service • Design your business to suit your customers’ demographics and special needs • Set your rates • Create a support staff who will help you succeed • Use effective marketing and advertising to get the word out • Build valuable business partnerships that lead to referrals • Plan for future growth A record number of seniors are seeking your help—start your senior care service today!

242 pages, Paperback

First published May 22, 2006

About the author

Charlene Davis is an internationally published writer specializing in business, e-commerce, spirituality, parenting, and food. Publications include:
- Start Your Own Clothing Store (3rd Edition/2010; 2nd Edition/2007)
- Start Your Own Senior Services Business (2nd Edition, 2010)
- Design and Launch an Online Travel Business in One Week (2009)
- Start Your Own Photography Business (2007)
- How to Sell Clothing, Shoes, & Accessories on eBay (2006)
- Make BIG Profits on eBay (co-authored with Jacquelyn Lynn, 2005)
- Start Your Own Senior Services Business (1st Edition 2005, co-authored with Jacquelyn Lynn);
(Note: all published by Entrepreneur Press)
In addition, she has written numerous articles, columns, newsletters, and web content on a variety of topics such as green living, marketing strategies, artisans, travel, career development, and online auctions. Some of these feature articles have been published in Entrepreneur, Gift Shop, and Her Magazine, and at Entrepreneur.com, WashingtonPost.com, MSNBC.com, and ArtisanBusinesses.org.