Facing a disability through an intensely life-changing obstacle such as a stroke can change a person’s ability to care for themselves, and alter their quality of life. An acute stroke will often result in disabilities requiring assistance in the continuation of daily activities. An occupational therapist designed and operated assisted care home can create a quality environment through the pursuit of evidence-based leisure interventions that return an individual’s satisfaction with living. Created a sound business plan for this home, throughthe production of a mission vision, and value statements, SWOT analysis, market and completion analysis, marketing plan, human resources and financial plan, can set the stage for a successful enterprise. In order to enable a satisfying quality of life for residents in this environment, occupational therapy will pursue participation in leisure activities, such as socialization, music therapy, animal-assisted therapy, and physical activities. Discovering the importance of occupation based leisure activities in this business environment enhances occupational therapy through the pursuit of entrepreneurship, scholarship, and the visibility of the profession. This project will improve the profession’s scope of leadership and public perception allowing an enhancement of the field.
