Send us a text Ever wondered how senior housing is evolving to meet the needs of an aging population? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Matt Derrick, Managing Director of Confluent Senior Living, who shares his wealth of knowledge gained from over 15 years in the real estate sector. Matt takes us through his journey from Opus Northwest …

Send us a text Unlock the secrets to enriching senior living with Wing Pepper, the visionary CEO and co-founder of Perch Houses. In this episode, Wing reveals his inspiring transition from a digital marketing maven to a pioneer in co-living solutions for women over 55. Driven by his personal journey of caregiving during the COVID-19 pandemic, Wing …

Send us a text In today's episode of the Senior Housing Investors Podcast, we sit down with Steve Groth, a seasoned property and casualty risk consultant with INSURICA, who provides enlightening insights into this critical issue. Through a heartfelt recount of his grandmother's hospice care, Steve shares how this personal experience reshaped his pe…

Send us a text This episode features Greg Kotzbauer, co-founder of the About Me Institute, who shares his path from healthcare tech to championing value-based care at Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy and Clinical Practice. Discover how his efforts are steering organizations away from fee-for-service models towards systems that prioritize patie…

Value-based care may sound straightforward, but the reality is far more intricate than it seems. On Senior Housing Unfiltered, we delve into the nuances of this concept. In our recent episode, we uncovered some essential truths: Quality takes precedence over quantity in value-based care, where outcomes dictate financial gains. Embracing value-based…

Residents in senior living communities thrive when equipped with engagement, social interaction, self-care, emotional stability, and communication skills. Enhancing these aspects is vital and often challenging without the right tools, people, and innovation. Today, Tod Petty from Fynn Technologies collaborates with Amy Birkel, COO of Heritage Commu…

Send us a text Welcome to today's episode where we dive deep into the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on the senior housing investment landscape. Joining us is Kyle Gardner, the COO of NIC MAP Vision, who brings a wealth of expertise to our discussion. Today, we'll uncover how AI is revolutionizing the field, turning intricate mark…

Seniors require more than group activities and events, no matter how elaborate or inclusive they may be. They require the social connectedness that the traditional life enrichment programs strive for, but often fall short of providing due to a lack of resources. The benefits of social connectedness are plentiful. As mentioned in the US Surgeon Gene…

Send us a text Embark on a visionary exploration of senior living with Tod Petty, the marketing maestro at Fynn.io, as we unpack the seismic shifts in technology and healthcare that promise fulfilling futures for our elders. Discover how the industry is pivoting towards a value-based care model, emphasizing wellness and longevity, and why it's cruc…

Send us a text When life threw an unexpected curve ball at Bill Bent in the form of a near-fatal accident, he emerged not just unscathed but reborn as a force of inspiration in both the business world and personal development sphere. Our conversation with Bill reveals the profound impact of resilience and a robust mindset, as he offers a treasure t…

Senior Housing Unfiltered, an uncommon podcast for like-minded individuals who believe in continuous growth and learning. Tod Petty and co-host Deionte Meredith-Davis, share relevant, dependable, and forward-looking content of the senior housing world. This is our inaugural relaunch! Expand your knowledge and join our community today. Brought to yo…

Send us a text Discover the transformative power of architecture in senior living with the visionary Siobhan Favardin, 2023 Design Champion by Environments for Aging , Partner and Global Practice Director - Senior Living at HKS. As we delve into her remarkable journey from a foundation in arts and sciences to revolutionizing senior living spaces, S…

Send us a text Imagine a community designed to help you live a longer, healthier, and happier life. It sounds almost too good to be true, right? Welcome to our intriguing chat with Ted Teele, the brain behind this innovative concept known as "longevity communities." In our discussion, he shares his journey from personal transformation through longe…

Send us a text Imagine waking up one day to find industries across the globe tapping into a market that's been overlooked for too long - senior housing. That's the pivotal topic we delve into on this episode, with our esteemed guest, Chad Anfinson of Silver Treasures Senior Living. Together, we dissect the urgent need for housing for our eldest pop…

Send us a text Have you ever played a round of golf and thought, 'This is a lot like running a business'? Chad Anfinson, Executive Vice President of Franchise and Acquisitions for Silver Treasures Senior Living, has. Join us as Chad shares how his love for the fairways applies to his approach in the senior living sector, and how striking that delic…

Send us a text Ready to unravel the complex web of insurance in the senior housing sector? This episode promises to provide a solid understanding of the ever-changing landscape of property insurance. Our expert guide through this maze is none other than Richard Dahm Jr., the Senior VP at USI Insurance Services. With over two decades of experience u…

Send us a text Are you prepared to get strategic with your senior assisted living housing investments? Ready to unlock the power of the 1031 exchange and learn how to defer those pesky capital gain taxes? Our guest, Scott Saunders, Senior Vice President at Asset Preservation Incorporated, will guide us through the complexities of this tax-deferring…

Send us a text Our host Kelsie Heermans speak with Maggie and John Randolph, owners of Harmony Homes in New Hampshire. Today's discussion focuses on staffing and affordability. Everyone of us in the senior living industry is well aware of each of these issues. Listen in on this discussion regarding their unique model.…

Send us a text This discussion with Ryan Haller from McNair Living focuses on Ryan's passion and vision for University based retirement communities that are run differently than current offerings. Listen in on this amazing discussion that our host, Kelsie Heermans, has with Ryan regarding the elimination of ageism via intergenerational living and l…

Send us a text Our host, Kelsie Heermans speaks with David Schless, CEO of American Seniors Housing Association. The discussion today focuses on ASHA, its mission, and its efforts to influence legislation at the federal level. Dave also shares his perspective regarding the current senior housing market. Listen in today.…

Send us a text In a latest study, the middle market consists of approximately 15.9 million seniors who cannot afford the current senior living offerings in the higher spectrum of the market. Our host, Kelsie Heermans, speaks with the principals of Elevate Senior Living, Bruce Hentges and Joe Jasmon, regarding designing, developing, and operating a …

Send us a text The #1 reason that Mergers and Acquisitions fail is because of culture. For investors and potential owners of senior housing your successful financial outcomes require having a strong culture that is accountable. Culture drives occupancy. In this episode, we have an in depth conversation with Denise Boudreau. Denise is President of D…

Send us a text Memory Care facilities are a large part of the senior housing industry. Currently more than 55 million people live with dementia worldwide, and there are nearly 10 million new cases every year. More than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's. By 2050, this number is projected to rise to nearly 13 million. In this episode, w…

Send us a text Listen in today as our host Kelsie Heermans sits down with an amazing group of forward thinking individuals that have been involved in designing a wonderful memory care community located within the campus of Meadowood. Meadowood is a Continuing Care Retirement Community located on a 135-acre campus in Worchester, Pennsylvania. This d…

Send us a text Tune in to Dr. Sendhil Krishnan's path from being a cardiologist to also becoming a real estate investor. He ultimately found that his background fit well into the assisted living market. His company, MD Senior Living's focus is on creating a supportive and fulfilling environment to enable each of their residents to thrive while havi…

Send us a text Our host, John Gonzales, welcomes Argentum President and CEO, James Balda to the show to discuss women in leadership, industry advocacy, workforce issues, and how the government can make long-term care financially accessible for more Americans. Balda outlines how his organization is helping federal and state leaders better understand…

Send us a text Steve Moran is a nationally known and sometimes controversial writer and speaker in the senior living industry. He runs the online senior living website Senior Housing Forum where the core value is to publish articles, videos, podcasts and other resources that help senior living providers do a better job serving residents, team membe…

Send us a text Industry Disruptor, Culture Creator, Longevity Explorer. Dwayne J. Clark is a thought leader and innovator in the rapidly-growing assisted living industry, as well as an accomplished author, playwright, restaurateur, filmmaker, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. Clark is the co-founder and CEO of Aegis Living, a company of 2,300 emplo…

Send us a text Our guest, Glenn Barclay with QSL Management, has over 25 years of experience in healthcare and senior housing with a bachelor's degree in finance, a master's in theology, and is practicing as an RN. Mr. Barkley has unique insight into successful operating strategies within senior housing, and other healthcare related industries. his…

Send us a text Our host, John Gonzales, speaks with Teepa Snow https://www.teepasnow.com. Teepa's life mission is to shed a positive light on dementia. Teepa and the Positive Approach to Care team share about dementia so that everyone (including investors in assisted living) can understand why this is happening and how to support those living with …

Send us a text Our host, John Gonzales, speaks with Amita Sharma, who is the Co Founder of Nourish Doc. Nourish Doc is a holistic wellness platform designed to help all of us live a holistic and healthy lifestyle by incorporating lifestyle modifications Holistic wellness encompasses our entire mind, body and soul. It's all about our physical wellne…

Send us a text Senior Housing Investors Podcast had the pleasure of sitting down with Tom Johnston, Founder of Talent Optimizer Group. Tom shares his insights on why people are an organization's greatest asset and why the disconnect between employers and employees is contributing to the Great Resignation. Tom discusses how he uses a science backed …

Send us a text John Gonzales, a 30+ year veteran in the industry, speaks about his story, from an unexpected start, to a 35 year journey in the senior living industry. John shares his experiences, observations, and candid opinions about our industry's growth, transformation, and future.Por Haven Senior Investments / John Gonzales

Send us a text Jon Friesen went from being in corporate America for over 35 years with 25 of those years serving Executive Office positions such as Chief Financial Officer, Chief Operating Officer, Chief Executive Officer for some very large healthcare companies, whose offerings included health insurance, surgery centers, and the surgical hospital …

By 2030 the United States will have a massive shortage of appropriate senior housing. Every unit, every community, and every senior housing project coming out of the ground will be full. Senior Housing Unfiltered breaks down the analytics, demographics, and psychographics behind the coming demand. We discuss the new baby boomer client and their dem…

Send us a text Today we sit down with Jill J. Johnson, MBA. She is President and Founder of Johnson Consulting Services, a management consulting firm specializing in strategy development for senior living providers. This two-time Business Hall of Fame inductee has influenced more than 4 billion worth of business decisions for clients located across…

Send us a text In this podcast, we sit down with Jill Vitale-Aussem. Jill serves as President & CEO of Christian Living Communities, a Colorado-based not-for-profit serving more than 3,000 older adults and their families through its 23 owned and managed communities located in six states as well as its services of adult day care, home care, and cons…

Send us a text Today we present you a unique story that could transform the assisted living industry. Our story begins with Elderfire Lodges founder, Tom Hofmeister, witnessing his father's personal journey with Alzheimer's. With this first-hand experience, Tom quickly became aware of the shortcomings of the adult care industry. Statistics show tha…

Send us a text Today we are speaking with Robin Gestal, Partner and EVP of Operations for Haven Senior Investments. Robin speaks daily with owners, operators, buyers, sellers, developers, and investors of senior housing. Hear how the owners are faring as the states open up for business. How have bottom lines been impacted by COVID? What are buyers …

In the future, both owner and operator must partner to ensure the vision of every new senior housing community is fulfilled. The developer's in-house disciplines must connect with the operator's programming to deliver best-in-class expertise in health care, marketing, and resident engagement services. Today, we sit down with Paul Griffin III, Found…

Lloyd Jones’ Aging with Confidence program is a comprehensive wellness program designed to achieve successful aging and optimal health by holistic and natural means. Based on Harvard Health Publishing research, our signature program is easy to understand and supports overall resident and employee education. In this podcast episode, we chatted with …

Send us a text Pilar Carvajal, CEO and Founder of Innovation Senior Living, discusses the need for a different model outside of the high cost models typically associated with private pay Assisted Living communities. How can the industry bring quality and community to the middle market, by far the largest population of seniors not being served? She …

Send us a text Haven Senior investments is blessed to be joined by David Lewis, CEO of Rocky Mountain Assisted Living located in Denver, Colorado. With decades of experience in the home care field, David moved to Colorado from Southern California in 2007 and recognized the need for a different senior care model in the Denver area. David determined …

In this episode, Tod and Jimmy of Lloyd Jones Senior Living discuss the values of passion and commitment-- these two attributes alone are valuable, but when they intersect into what they call "passionate commitment", the results are that true leaders shine. This attribute is the greatest gift a leader can give to his or her team as it helps inspire…

Send us a text Haven Senior Investments sits down with Paul Griffin III, CEO of Griffin Living, and a fifth-generation developer recently inducted into the Forbes Real Estate Council. Paul has 40 years of experience and shares the mission behind his family's 4 billion dollar portfolio. With assets in large Master Planned Communities including multi…

Demographics, regulatory changes, and a pandemic have accelerated the arrival of the new future in senior housing. Listen in and learn about what Lloyd Jones Senior Living leaders see as the bifurcation of traditional senior housing into AL | MC luxury healthcare and the resort model for retiring boomers ages 75-85. The team also discusses how dist…

New senior housing supply has resulted in increased competition, suppressed occupancy, lower lease-up velocity, and increased concessions. Now is the time to analyze the changing financial and psychographic demographics of your future new residents. Senior Housing Unfiltered analyzes these trends with Melissa Banko of Banko Designs as we discuss ma…

One of the words that easily come to mind when describing the year 2020 is "disrupted". Our daily routines, our way of working, our communications with others, have all been disrupted in a major way. While disruption often has a negative connotation, creative minds see it as an opportunity for outdated industries to adapt and overcome. Tod Petty an…

In the premiere episode of 'Senior Housing Unfiltered', hosts Tod Petty and Jimmy Carrion of Lloyd Jones Senior Living share their motivation for launching this new real estate podcast series and what listeners can take away from each episode. Are company vision statements truly helpful in guiding onsite team members to do their best work? Tod shar…