On October 8, 2024, Adult Foster Care (AFC) licensed home owners and operators from across Michigan gathered in Utica for an exciting day focused on elevating their AFC homes. The Scaling Up Conference, hosted by Care Provider Solutions and Enriched Living, delivered actionable insights, tools, and valuable connections to help AFC providers take their homes to the next level of success.
Nadine Carlson, Co-Founder of Care Provider Solutions and an Adult Foster Care System Specialist, captured the spirit of the event perfectly: “It’s energizing when so many licensed adult foster home providers come together. Every day, AFC homeowners and their staff give so much of themselves to provide quality care to those who can’t live independently. It’s fulfilling to equip them with the knowledge and resources to move their homes forward.”
One attendee summed up the impact of the Scaling Up Conference, saying, “I’ve been in the business for a long time, and I learned so much today. It was a valuable experience—I’d rate it a 10+.”
Attendees left the Scaling Up Conference armed with best-in-industry practices that will improve their AFC homes and businesses. From regulatory updates affecting licensed adult foster care providers to strategies for financial success, the conference covered the essentials that AFC providers need to operate efficiently. Discussions included:
As one attendee shared, “It was reassuring to see we’re doing things right, but I also picked up new checklists and ideas that I’m excited to implement in my AFC home.”
Breakout sessions were also a highlight of the day. Sessions covered common challenges faced by AFC owners, such as managing resident behaviors, deciding when to rent versus buy a facility, and incorporating activities that enrich the lives of residents in and outside AFC homes. These discussions provided practical strategies to improve day-to-day operations.
Laurie Labie, Executive Director of Enriched Living and co-presenter, praised the attendees: “It was a pleasure to meet with so many compassionate business owners looking to change the world and the face of AFC home care in Michigan.”
The success of the conference has already sparked excitement for future events. Care Provider Solutions and Enriched Living plan to host the Scaling Up Conference again next year. Nadine Carlson shared, “We can’t wait for the next event to continue partnering with AFC homeowners and operators to make a difference in their Adult Foster Care community.”
If you missed this year’s Scaling Up Conference or struggle with issues like:
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