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LCS Development Underway on Third Phase of Renovation at 50-Acre CCRC in Tempe, Arizona

by Hayden Spiess

TEMPE, Ariz. — LCS Development is underway on the third phase of a master planned renovation at Friendship Village Tempe, a 50-acre continuing care retirement community located in Tempe.  Construction has begun on the phase, which will include the removal of an existing structure and the addition of a new, five-story building. Upon completion, which is planned for the fourth quarter of 2027, the building will total 175,900 square feet with 69 independent living apartments, two guest suites and below-grade parking. Units in the building will range in size from 909 …

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How Clinical Key Performance Indicators Can Improve Financial Performance in Seniors Housing

by Sarah Daniels

Despite hopes that the rising tide in occupancy rates would lift all boats for the seniors housing industry, many operators with full properties still wrestle with revenue volatility that hinders financial performance. This phenomenon can be especially perplexing for investors who cut their teeth on other commercial property types where fully leased properties typically deliver healthy returns. Intent on their property’s real estate fundamentals, they risk overlooking the impact of clinical care on the bottom line. “Revenue volatility tends to be opaque for a lot of operators because it’s in the clinical world that turbulence happens with the residents, and …

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Continuum Brokers Sale of 270-Unit CCRC in New Jersey

by Hayden Spiess

BRIDGEWATER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Continuum Advisors has brokered the sale of Laurel Circle, a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) located in Bridgewater Township, roughly 40 miles southwest of New York City.  David Kliewer and Jay Jordan of Continuum arranged the transaction. An affiliate of Maxwell Group and Senior Living Communities was the buyer.  Totaling 270 units, Laurel Circle features 183 independent living apartments, 19 independent living villas, 30 assisted living residences, 10 memory care units and 28 skilled nursing units. The property also includes five acres of undeveloped land for future …

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2Life Communities Opens New Middle-Market Property in Metro Boston

by Hayden Spiess

NEWTON, Mass. — Developer, owner and operator 2Life Communities has opened Opus Newton, a new middle-market senior living community in Newton, roughly 10 miles outside Boston.  Units at the continuing care retirement community (CCRC), which totals 172 apartments, range in size from 650 square feet to 1,350 square feet. Monthly rental rates at the community range from roughly $2,000 to $5,000, with entry fees beginning at $400,000.  Amenities at the community include a hair salon, convenience store, gym, fitness room, rehab room, health and wellness center, art studio, classroom, libraries, an …

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Blueprint Arranges Lease with Purchase Option for CCRC in St. Louis

by Hayden Spiess

ST. LOUIS — Blueprint has arranged a lease with a purchase option for a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) totaling 225 units in St. Louis.  According to Blueprint, the property was marketed for sale by the owner and operator and was experiencing operational challenges at the time of marketing. Blueprint invited both outright purchase and lease with purchase option proposals for the community.  A regional owner and operator with a footprint in Missouri and Illinois will now operate the property. 

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LCS Expands CCRC Portfolio Through Strategic Merger With Vi

by Lynn Peisner

DES MOINES and CHICAGO — LCS, the third largest U.S. seniors housing operator, has entered into a strategic merger agreement to acquire Vi, an operator of 10 luxury continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) across the country. Headquartered in Chicago, Vi is a hospitality-inspired senior living company with over 3,000 employees serving more than 4,000 residents. Vi’s CCRCs are located in six states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois and South Carolina. The company was founded in 1987 as Classic Residence by Hyatt by Penny Pritzker and rebranded as Vi in 2010. …

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How Tech-Forward Entertainment Drives Resident Satisfaction, Revenue

by Sarah Daniels

The next generation of residents entering senior living communities is more digitally native than ever before. Many have embraced mobile devices, smart technology and digital streaming, and they expect the same convenience and technology in their seniors housing environments. According to a recent AARP survey, nearly two-thirds of respondents say technology enriches their lives by making daily life and aging easier.​ They’re increasingly using digital services to manage their finances, social lives and health and wellness. AARP research also found that among adults aged 50 and over, 91 percent own …

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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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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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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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