Publication date: 06.06.2025
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Grant Support for a Medical Project: Developing a Rehabilitation Business in Ukrainian Regions
Seeking additional sources of funding has become critically important for many entrepreneurs in the medical field, especially during times of economic instability and challenges related to war. Securing government support in the form of grants allows not only to keep healthcare institutions afloat but also to scale successful practices nationwide. This case involves a clinical project specializing in vertebrology and rehabilitation. Attorney Iryna Yurkivska provided full legal support, enabling not only the preparation of the application for the “Own Business” program but also assistance for partner initiatives in other cities.
Case context
The founder of a private medical center reached out with the goal of obtaining grant funding to expand a network of rehabilitation clinics. The center already had a successfully operating location in Western Ukraine, but additional resources were needed to open new branches in central and southern regions. Given the project's social importance, the team needed not only to secure funding but also to prepare a clear, professionally formatted set of documents that could be replicated for other partner applications.
Legal support stages
1. Application and business plan preparation
- Development of a complete business plan according to the requirements of the “Own Business” program on the Diia platform
- Individual adaptation of the project, taking into account the specifics of the medical field and target audience needs
- Creation of a step-by-step application guide for the main project and for partner applicants
- Legal editing of explanatory notes: budget, social impact, team and service descriptions
2. Support for the client and partner projects
- Personal consultations before application submission, focusing on common mistakes and risks
- Providing video instructions and text templates for interviews with program representatives
- Support for the client’s colleagues in other cities — adapting the main model to regional specifics
- Verification of document compliance with legal entity / sole proprietor requirements
3. Completion and monitoring
- Tracking application status in applicants’ accounts on the Diia platform
- Prompt legal response in case of additional information requests from the commission
- Support until receipt of funding confirmation
Additional legal actions
- Preparation of a typical business plan template for similar medical initiatives
- Recommendations on preparing financial reports after receiving the grant
- Guidance on safe legal structuring of cooperation with partners in new cities
Advantages of professional support
- High-quality document preparation within short timeframes (1–2 days)
- Full support not only for the main project but also for partner applications
- A ready-made model as a universal tool for scaling similar projects
- Reduced rejection risk thanks to legally sound expense justifications
Result
- Successfully obtained a grant for medical business development
- Supported the main location and new regional centers
- Formalized a model for reuse in other healthcare sectors
- Partner projects in other cities also received funding
Client's feedback
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Frequently asked questions
Question
Can a medical business apply for government grants?
Answer
Yes. The “Own Business” program allows participation by entrepreneurs in the healthcare sector, provided they are registered as a sole proprietor or legal entity.
Question
How long does it take to prepare application documents?
Answer
With legal support, a basic business plan can be prepared in 1–2 days. Full support takes about 2–3 weeks until a decision is received.
Question
Can the business plan be reused for other projects?
Answer
Yes. With a proper structure, the business plan can be adapted for various medical or rehabilitation projects, allowing broader application.
This case clearly demonstrates how legal expertise helps not only to obtain one-time financial support but also to build a sustainable development model. The successful implementation of the main application and simultaneous assistance to partners proves that a systematic approach to grant applications in the medical field can significantly shift the growth trajectory of regional businesses. This format of support stands as a valuable example of cooperation between business and legal practice in challenging times.
