New law gives funding boost to affordable assisted living program
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jun 02, 2022
An Illinois nursing home reform bill signed into law this week includes funding for a supportive living alternative that is part of the continuum of care offered by some senior living providers.
20% of long-term care insurance claims begin in assisted living, association says
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 23, 2018
The finding dispels myths that such insurance is used only for nursing home care, according to the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance.
Senior Housing Properties Trust to sell stand-alone SNFs, proceed with Five Star restructuring as planned
By
Lois A. Bowers
May 10, 2019
Senior Housing Properties Trust is selling all of its stand-alone skilled nursing facilities as part of an “aggressive disposition plan,” but hopes to capitalize on the expected demand for senior housing,...
54 percent increase in low-care nursing home residents presents opportunity for assisted living
By
Lois A. Bowers
May 17, 2022
The percentage of nursing home residents who are considered “low care” increased 54% between 2019 and 2020, representing an opportunity for assisted living providers, according to a new report.
Opportunities await beyond near-term challenges
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 11, 2019
Recent news is enough to cause any operator, developer or investor to reach for the aspirin. A look at data from the National Investment Center for Seniors Housing & Care, as well as discussions with experts...