Note: each affiliate takes shape in unique and autonomous ways. The following are general steps to work towards a fully functioning and sustained Project ADAM affiliate program.
In many cases the future hospital medical director will make the case for an affiliate program.
Insight from current Project ADAM affiliate coordinators and medical directors along with use of the following templates can help guide a successful proposal of future affiliation.
In many cases a dedicated physician will identify the need for Project ADAM within their hospital structure. Working with your administrator or business manager is the best way to build a budget to sustain program staffing and activities. An appointed coordinator staffing role is critical to sustaining program activities. Some program sites choose to use an existing staff role to embrace the Project ADAM coordinator duties while some programs choose to post this opportunity as a new position.