So I had a little extra time on my hands....(actually, that is not true, I have never felt as though I have had extra time on my hands). Nonetheless, I decided to try my hand at being a business woman. Dan is always coming up with ideas for businesses; I decided to go one step further, and actually start my own. I have recently opened my own agency working with adults with disabilities. The name of my agency is Western Connections.
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I began the process in October. I had to put together policies and procedures, get the appropriate insurance, prove I knew what was going on, and be approved by Medicaid. This process ended the beginning of February when I was issued my official Idaho Medicaid Provider Number.
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My first job upon graduating from BYU was as a Targeted Service Coordinator. I worked full-time until I had Ky, and then worked a little here and there from home. The last lady that I worked for was tremendously helpful in getting me up and running. She was happy to share forms, hints, ideas, and encourage me.
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I tell people that a Targeted Service Coordinator is like a visiting teacher. I have one face-to-face visit a month with each client and ask them how things are running. I help with whatever problems they may have, make sure they are being treated well, and link them to any new services that would be appropriate. I have to write an annual plan detailing the services they are receiving and fight their case for Medicaid so they can get all of the services they need.
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My goal is to have 10 clients of my own, and then hire other people to work for me. I figured that my kids could handle being left ten hours a month - it might even be good for them.
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Things have actually been going really well - even picked up faster than I thought they would. I now have 7 clients and already have an employee lined up for when my caseload is full.
The start up phase has been quite busy. I will be grateful when everyone's plans are written and things slow down a bit.
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Dan will be doing the Medicaid billing and keep track of all of the books. We will make a great team. Heather has been willing to watch my kids - for which I have been very grateful.
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So wish me luck. If you happen to live in my town, and need a TSC, give me a call because "at Western Connections, we connect you to happiness."
9 comments:
wow. i am totally impressed. good for you...your clients are lucky to have you. and i'm sure getting a little time away from your own tots will be great, too.
You are such the CEO. I wish that I needed a TSC so you could come visit me once a month! Congrats on the 7 clients---that was fast!
Well, I am beyond impressed. Hilary, you are AWESOME! Good luck - you are such an inspiration.
Hilary I am so proud of you. Even though I see you every day, I've never told you how proud I am to have you as a sister. Your abilities amaze me. It's been fun to see your business take off. Way to go, class act! Love ya.
That is so cool! I wish that you could be my TSC. How about coming to Boise?
I sure love looking at your family and reading all your cute notes, its always an uplift to my day!
loves and hugs,
Auntie Veanne
KUDOS! Congratulations!
Wow, Hilary! Very impressive. I had no idea you were doing all this. And, I must say, your logo is wonderful!
You are amazing! You'll be a blessing in people's lives, that's for sure! How fun to have Dan working with you! :)
I wanted to say way to go on the whole business! I'm so envious that you can have an awesome career and still be an awesome mom! I'm impressed!
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