Senior Housing News January 16, 2026
Austin Montgomery

Senior living operators in 2026 must adapt to a new operating environment and talent, technology, meeting customer expectations and finding ways to grow are the key to doing so.

Six trends in particular could impact the industry in 2026, according to Health Dimensions Group executives: sweeping Medicaid cuts, states embracing alternative care models, the continued growth of AI, changing staffing dynamics, strong capital market activity and managing strategic growth during a period of decreased development activity.

In the year ahead, operators able to manage staffing challenges, adapt staffing ratios and support teams with technology will set themselves up to capture incoming demand, according to HDG Senior Vice President of Recruitment Services Sarah Friede.

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