From Vision to Vitality: How to Launch a Clinic Like Maddie's Place
We have received an overwhelming interest from individuals wanting to bring a “Maddie’s Place” to their communities.
Your sense that we need to have Maddie’s Places all over our country and beyond is right on. There is a huge need for what we’re doing. That’s why, we want to do everything we can to provide you with information and advice on how YOU can open a facility like ours in your hometown.
We are not going to lie– this will take persistence and grit. It’s not an easy road. But if we can make it a bit easier to start a Maddie’s Place in your area, we are all in.
This August, we will be launching a webinar series to discuss everything from our origin story to our operating budget overview– and we want you to join us! You can do so by registering for each meeting below.
Can’t make it? Not to worry! We will post the recordings on this page when we are done. For any further questions, email us at info@maddiesplace.org.
Webinar 1: Introduction & Vision | Aired August 11 @4PM PST
- The story and mission behind Maddie’s Place
- Overview of Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) and gaps in care
- Vision for replication and national impact
- Goals of the webinar series
- Introduction to the replication toolkit and support network
Webinar 2: Laying the Foundation | August 27 @4PM PST
- How to assess community need
- Key early partners: hospitals, child welfare, Medicaid, behavioral health providers
- Governance and leadership structure
- Legal considerations (nonprofit vs. other structures)
- Timeline: From concept to launch
What To Expect
Webinar 3: Data & Community Need | September 24 @4PM PST
- How to assess community needs
- Data sources: CDC, SAMHSA, state agencies (DCYF, DOH, HCA, Medicaid, MCOs)
- Local hospitals, county health districts, dashboards
- Related data: overdose rates, EMS responses, drug seizures
- Leveraging professional expertise: NICU, social work, early learning, foster care
- Building credibility before you have a track record
Webinar 4: Navigating Policy & Legislation | October 16 @4PM PST
- Licensing: What type of facility are you? (e.g., residential, behavioral health)
- How Maddie’s Place collaborated with a community healthcare organization, an MCO, and state agencies
- Legislative timeline and talking points
- How to build relationships with policymakers and agency staff
Webinar 5: Model of Care | November 18th @4PM PST
- The Maddie’s Place Model of Care
- Infant Care: Medical, Developmental & Therapeutic Approaches
- Parent & Family Support: Healing the Whole Dyad
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Outcomes & Impact
Webinar 6: The Movement Begins | December 11 @ 4PM PST
- Exciting Announcements!
- Legislative updates and upcoming policy opportunities
- Ongoing support
- Open Q&A