Are you thinking of starting a hospice care business in Florida? There is certainly a need within the state, especially considering the age demographics of those who move to Florida. A full 22% of people in Florida are already over 65 years old. Many people move from northern states after they retire.
If you are considering this career path, one thing to keep in mind is that Florida only received a “B” rating for palliative care. The scale went from 1 to 100 in the study, and Florida was given a grade of 64.5. This is similar to the 65 given to nearby Georgia, but much better than the 39.3 (a D rating) given to Alabama and the 33.3 (D) rating given to Mississippi.
Which states ranked at the top and bottom?
The best state, according to the study, was a four-way tie. New Hampshire, Vermont, Delaware and Rhode Island all received a 100 (A) rating. The worst state was the aforementioned Mississippi with a 33.3. This was closely followed by Oklahoma and Wyoming, which both got a 37.5.
What does this mean for you?
As a prospective hospice care center owner, this means that there is certainly a need for high-caliber care in Florida and surrounding states. While Florida did get a B rating, it is still in the bottom 16 states in the U.S. for these services. If your center provides the level of care that patients need and deserve, there is the potential for long-term success. Be sure you know what legal steps to take when setting up the business.