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Emergency Ready: Promote Resilient Life Safety Programs in Senior Communities

by Sarah Daniels

In seniors housing, safety isn’t just a protocol; it’s a promise. With residents and their loved ones relying on clear communication and quick responses, creating and maintaining a robust emergency action plan (EAP) tailored for senior living communities is essential. From fires and severe weather to power outages and elevator malfunctions, preparation and well-tested systems can help to keep seniors safe and cared for, while reassuring families and reducing property risk. Here’s how owners and operators can build a safer, more responsive environment for residents, staff and families alike. EAP: …

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Mulford Corp., The Community Builders, Yonkers Housing Authority Break Ground on Affordable Seniors Housing Development in Yonkers, New York

by Hayden Spiess

YONKERS, N.Y. — The Mulford Corp., The Community Builders (TCB) and Yonkers Housing Authority have broken ground on a new affordable seniors housing development located in Yonkers.  Dubbed Willow at The Ridgeway, the project marks the sixth and final phase of the redevelopment of the former Cottage Place Gardens public housing complex.  Upon completion, the community will comprise 92 units, with 85 one-bedroom and seven two-bedrooms apartments. The one- and two-bedroom residences will average 550 and 800 square feet, respectively.  Apartments will be reserved for seniors referred from the Yonkers Housing …

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HTG, Mount Hermon AME Church Open $43.5M Affordable Seniors Housing Community in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

by Hayden Spiess

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Housing Trust Group (HTG) and Mount Hermon African Methodist Episcopal Church have opened Mount Hermon Apartments, a new affordable seniors housing community in Fort Lauderdale. Development costs totaled $43.5 million.  Monthly rental rates at the community, which features one- and two-bedroom apartments, range from $433 to $1,422 per month. Units are reserved for seniors earning at or below 25 and 60 percent of the area median income. According to Apartments.com, the average rental rate for a one-bedroom apartment in Fort Lauderdale is $2,222.  Amenities at the property …

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Lument Secures $33.6M Construction Loan for Affordable Housing Development in Dallas

by Hayden Spiess

DALLAS — Lument Real Estate Capital has arranged a $33.6 million Freddie Mac loan to facilitate the construction of a new affordable seniors housing development in Dallas. The borrowers are DHA Housing Solutions of North Texas and Volunteers of American National Services (VOANS). Tracy Peters and Dale Giffey of Lument led the transaction.  In addition to the $33.6 million Freddie Mac Tax-Exempt Loan (TEL), Lument Securities provided bond underwriting services for $45.6 million in tax-exempt cash collateralized bonds. The total project cost is $96.7 million.  Upon completion, the property, dubbed The …

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Webinar: 2025 Seniors Housing Investment Outlook — Where Is Deal Velocity Now and Where Is It Headed?

by Sarah Daniels

The June 17 webinar “2025 Seniors Housing Investment Outlook — Where Is Deal Velocity Now and Where Is It Headed?” sponsored by CBRE, convened a powerhouse panel of executives from across the investment, development, lending and operating landscape. The session delivered candid insights on the seniors housing market’s shifting terrain as panelists discussed capital market dynamics, operational challenges and forward-looking investment and development strategies. The webinar addressed critical questions facing the seniors housing sector as we move into the second half of 2025: Who’s investing? What capital is available? How …

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McDowell Housing Partners Completes Construction of 160-Unit Affordable Housing Community in Florida

by Hayden Spiess

NAPLES, Fla. — McDowell Housing Partners (MHP) has completed the construction of Ekos Cadenza, a 160-unit affordable seniors housing community in Naples. This marks MHP’s second phase of development at the site. The first phase, which also comprises 160 units of affordable housing for seniors, opened in October 2024.  Totaling five stories, Ekos Cadenza features studio, one- and two-bedroom residences ranging from 527 to 1,007 square feet. Amenities at the community include a swimming pool, wet bar, fitness center, game room, media center, pickleball court and clubhouse.  The Healthcare Network of …

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Northern Liberties, Equity Resource Investments Acquire Arbor Crest in Silver Spring, Maryland

by Hayden Spiess

SILVER SPRING, Md. — Northern Liberties and Equity Resource Investments have acquired Arbor Crest, an affordable housing active adult community located in Silver Spring.  Built in 2004, the property totals 80 units for residents age 62 and older.  Units are reserved for residents earning between 45 and 70 percent of the area median income. As part of the acquisition, Northern Liberties has entered into an agreement with Montgomery County through its payment in lieu of taxes (PILOT) program. All county property taxes will be abated for 20 years in exchange for …

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Webinar: Seniors Housing Shift — How Underwriting, Valuation, and Capitalization are Changing

by Sarah Daniels

The June 5 webinar “Seniors Housing Shift: How Underwriting, Valuation, and Capitalization Are Changing” brought together industry leaders to share insights on evolving investment strategies, lending dynamics and value trends across the seniors housing sector. Sponsored by Blueprint, the session offered expert commentary on a transforming market as operators and capital providers recalibrate while costs, occupancy, margins and interest rates stabilize. The panel examined shifts in underwriting assumptions, investor return expectations and the availability of both debt and equity capital. With a focus on market fundamentals and practical strategies, the …

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EAH Housing to Redevelop Assisted Living Community in California Into Affordable Housing 

by Hayden Spiess

GLENDALE, Calif. — EAH Housing, a nonprofit housing developer and manager, has announced plans to redevelop Parkview Glendale, an assisted living community located in Glendale.  Upon completion, the property will feature 68 units of affordable housing for seniors. Originally built in 1973, the community will comprise 20 studio apartments ranging from 350 to 360 square feet and 47 one-bedroom apartments ranging from 400 to 475 square feet, as well as a 750-square-foot manager unit.  Amenities at the 43,000-square-foot property will include a community room, community garden, courtyards and a resident lounge.  …

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How to Leverage TV to Improve Operating Margins, Resident Experiences

by Sarah Daniels

After seniors housing occupancy experienced a dramatic slump during the pandemic lockdowns and a plodding recovery, demand for senior living is now as strong as ever. However, financial pressures such as rising labor, healthcare and insurance costs continue to plague the industry, and experts don’t expect much relief from these factors in the near future. Against that backdrop, seniors housing owners and operators are seeking innovative ways to balance their budgets via new revenue sources without compromising the resident experience. One solution that can satisfy those criteria incorporates a technology …

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