For the better part of the last five years, the senior living industry has operated under the assumption that new development would eventually return. Yet during that same period, the senior living supply gap has quietly become one of the industry...
Fire and life safety systems don’t usually fail all at once.They fail in pieces. That’s why fire and life safety inspections for senior living are so important. A fire door stops latching. A smoke barrier penetration above the ceiling isn’t ...
A Market Moving in the Opposite Direction For much of the past several years, the narrative surrounding senior living has been dominated by challenges. Rising labor costs, inflation, interest rate pressure, insurance increases, and slowing develop...
In 2017, following Hurricane Irma, a nursing home in Hollywood, Florida, became the focus of national attention after residents died during a prolonged power outage. Investigations would ultimately examine emergency preparedness, cooling systems, and...
Winter Weather: A Season for Smart Planning Winter doesn’t have to be a season of surprises. For facilities professionals managing large portfolios, it’s an opportunity to demonstrate proactive leadership and operational excellence. Thoughtful pre...
Facilities leaders managing multi-building portfolios are navigating a regulatory environment that grows more complex every year. Environmental standards, accessibility requirements, and life-safety codes all evolve at different paces across jurisdic...
It’s not the big disasters that sink a facility’s budget, but the small things left unnoticed. A hairline crack in a foundation, rust forming beneath a rooftop unit, a fire door that no longer closes properly; these may seem minor, but left unchecked...
Property Condition Assessments (PCAs) shouldn’t be viewed solely as a compliance requirement; valuable financial opportunities may be missed. When executed thoroughly and shared strategically, a PCA can unlock real advantages in both insurance underw...
In senior living communities, safety is more than a regulatory requirement. It is a moral and operational imperative as residents and their families expect a secure environment, and any lapse in safety can have serious consequences for both human wel...
Property condition assessments (PCAs) are an essential tool for leaders who need to make informed decisions about the purchase of a facility or campus. As buildings age and budgets tighten, understanding the current state of physical assets—and how t...

