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Carbon Shepherd Prepares to Open Woodland Cottages Westover Hills

by Lynn Peisner

SAN ANTONIO — Carbon Shepherd Development, a partnership between two commercial real estate firms, is preparing to welcome residents to Woodland Cottages Westover Hills, a gated active adult retirement community with single-family residences in San Antonio. The 78-cottage community officially opens later this month and features a community center and pool as well as an outdoor pickleball court. An all-inclusive monthly rate includes utilities, Wi-Fi, trash service, pest control and maintenance. This is the third Woodland Cottages location; Carbon Shepherd has others in Belton and College Station, Texas.

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Phoenix3 Acquires Quality Culinary Solutions, Rebrands

by Hayden Spiess

BOSTON — Phoenix3 Holdings, a collection of boutique culinary and hospitality solutions companies, has announced that it is rebranding and transitioning to Phoenix3 Collective. The company operates dining and hospitality programs within the senior living sector.  Additionally, Phoenix3 has acquired Quality Culinary Solutions (QCS), an advisory firm dedicated to transforming dining operations within self-operated seniors housing communities.  Phoenix3’s full suite now includes seven brands — Innovative Hospitality Solutions, Centicor Procurement Services, CrossCheck Quality Assurance, Culinour, Infuse Hospitality, QCS and Restaura, a dining management company for seniors housing communities. 

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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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Ellore Senior Living Launches Wellness Program in Santa Clara, California

by Hayden Spiess

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Ellore Senior Living, a recently opened 176-unit seniors housing community in Santa Clara, has launched a new onsite wellness program.  Dubbed Wellness by Ellore, the program will offer onsite healthcare services to residents. Wellness by Ellore offers five “pillars” of care — Medical Advisement, Concierge Medicine, Ellore Med, Ellore Balance and Traditions Memory Care. Dr. Mahyar Ayati is leading the program.  Through an exclusive partnership with Pine Park Health, Concierge Medicine will offer primary and specialist care including dentistry, podiatry, audiology, optometry and therapeutic massage. Ellore Med …

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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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Clearwater Adds Communities in Texas, Oregon to Management Portfolio

by Hayden Spiess

AUSTIN, Texas and BEAVERTON, Ore. — Clearwater Living has added two new seniors housing communities to its management portfolio.  Now operating as Clearwater Beaverton (formerly Anthology of Beaverton) and Clearwater at The Arboretum (formerly Anthology of The Arboretum), the properties are located in Beaverton, Oregon, and Austin, Texas, respectively.  Clearwater at The Arboretum features 130 assisted living and memory care units in studio, one- and two-bedroom floorplans. Amenities at the community include a restaurant, bistro, fitness center, arts and crafts room, salon, theater, game room, outdoor courtyards and rooftop terraces.  Clearwater …

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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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Nick, Dani Merlino Assume Leadership of Better Living

by Hayden Spiess

SOLON, Iowa — Nick and Dani Merlino have acquired and assumed leadership of Better Living, a senior living operator based in Iowa.  The pair, which brings 35 years of experience to the company, plans to rebrand Better Living, invest in enhanced team training and launch a “Better Days Memory Care” program.  Better Living currently operates 14 communities throughout Iowa, Minnesota and Wisconsin. 

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Stellar Senior Living Adds Two Montana Communities to Management Portfolio

by Hayden Spiess

HELENA and MISSOULA, Mont. — Stellar Senior Living, an owner and operator of seniors housing communities in the western United States, has added two properties to its management portfolio.  Located in Helena and Missoula, the communities include Helena Point and Missoula Valley. This marks Stellar’s first expansion into the state.  Stellar now operates 37 senior living properties across nine states. 

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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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