Turn Your Passion for Children Into a Licensed, Profitable, Group Home

Group Home Business Academy was founded by Shani Dorsey — a licensed group home operator who has built and run real children's therapeutic residential programs, not just studied them from the outside. We teach aspiring and current operators exactly how to start, license, and run a successful children's group home, using the same systems, forms, and strategies used in active facilities today

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Why Future Children's Group Home Owners Choose Group Home Business Academy

Founded by an active, licensed operator — not a theorist or consultant who has never run a home
Real, field-tested policies, forms, and startup tools — not generic templates
Step-by-step licensing guidance built specifically for the children's residential care industry
A complete product path: free training, guided planning tools, and a full certification course

Everything You Need to Build With Confidence

Stop spending months piecing together information from websites, regulations, and social media groups.

Whether you're taking your first step or preparing for your licensing inspection, our educational resources are designed to support your journey.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this ebook a licensing certification program?

This guide is designed to help aspiring children's group home owners understand the licensing process, business formation requirements, compliance expectations, and operational considerations. It is an educational resource and does not replace state licensing requirements or training programs.

Is this guide suitable for someone who is just getting started?

Whether you're still exploring the idea or actively preparing to apply for a license, this guide was created to help you understand the process from beginning to end and avoid common mistakes that delay progress.

Will this tell me exactly how to get licensed in my state?

Licensing requirements vary by state and jurisdiction.

However, the principles, preparation strategies, business formation guidance, compliance considerations, and operational planning discussed in this guide can help you better understand what to expect and how to prepare for the licensing process.

How will I receive the ebook after purchase?

Immediately after completing your purchase, you'll receive access instructions and download links directly to your email.

You can begin reading and implementing the material right away.

What if I've already started the licensing process?

This guide can still help.

Many future providers discover gaps in their planning, compliance preparation, operational systems, staffing plans, or documentation requirements. The Blueprint can help you identify areas that may require additional attention.