Senior Housing News March 21, 2025
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That path to improving length of stay, which boosts occupancy and operating margin for senior living providers, is not easy to navigate.
That’s because senior living operators face myriad challenges in keeping residents satisfied and thriving in their communities. Providers must develop sound operations with unique lifestyle offerings and improved care offerings to improve length of stay.
Providers also face a number of hurdles that are largely beyond their control, from rising acuity forcing a move as a resident ages, to residents moving closer to family and, ultimately, residents passing away..
And while providers must work hard to retain residents, move-outs are usually an unwelcome situation for consumers, as well.
“Moving out...