Insurance rates add to financial challenges facing Florida’s assisted living operators
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jun 04, 2024
The rapid increase in commercial property insurance rates in Florida was the final straw for some senior living providers still struggling with workforce challenges, rising wages and inflation.
People in the news, June 4
By
Foster Stubbs
Jun 04, 2024
Appointments, promotions and other news at Brio Living Services, The Claiborne, Heron’s Key, Juniper Communities, Luthercare, Meadow Ridge, Lifespace Communities, Morning Pointe Senior Living and National...
Ignite Medical Resorts continues growth trajectory with Indiana acquisition
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jun 04, 2024
Chicago-based Ignite Medical Resorts is expanding once again with the acquisition of the former Symphony of Chesterton in Chesterton, IN.
US will make millions of bird flu vaccines this summer
Jun 03, 2024
As the H5N1 avian flu continues to spread among dairy cows in the United States, nearly 5 million doses of flu vaccine are now being prepared for possible use in humans.
Updated: 89 Holiday by Atria communities moving to 6 new operators, Welltower says
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jun 03, 2024
Eighty-nine Holiday by Atria communities that are part of the portfolio of Toledo, OH-based real estate investment trust Welltower are transitioning to six other operators, the REIT announced Monday in...
Updated: LaVie Care Centers files for bankruptcy; asset sales possible this year
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jun 03, 2024
Atlanta-based LaVie Care Centers, which operates 43 licensed skilled nursing facilities in five states, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, with asset sales possible.
Discovery Senior Living launches customized leadership program to elevate skills of middle management
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jun 03, 2024
In an effort to elevate the skills of its leaders, Bonita Springs, FL-based Discovery Senior Living has launched a new leadership development program.
FTC challenges the challengers on noncompete rule
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jun 03, 2024
In response to mounting legal challenges and a looming court decision expected July 3, the Federal Trade Commission has filed a response to those seeking to stay a rule banning employer noncompete agreements.
Sagora Senior Living adds 17 communities across 5 states
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jun 03, 2024
Sagora Senior Living is expanding its multistate footprint with the addition of 17 communities in Alabama, Florida, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Texas.
Avendelle Assisted Living looks to expand through franchising
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jun 03, 2024
Raleigh, NC-based Avendelle Assisted Living plans to expand its footprint through franchising with partners in all states, as well as international territories.