It’s convenient to blame many of the senior living sector’s debt woes on the coronavirus. Convenient, but not entirely accurate.
COVID-19 unleashing new labor challenges for many senior living operators
By
John O'Connor
Jun 25, 2020
Occupancy is down, revenue is declining, and it’s anyone’s guess if or when a vaccine might be available. As if that’s not bad enough, many operators soon might find themselves dealing with an assortment...
Why senior living needs to step up its game
By
John O'Connor
Jun 04, 2020
Senior living will adapt to COVID-19 by doing away with buffets and using design that encourages social distancing. But what about the proverbial elephant in the room?
The four stages of senior living?
By
John O'Connor
May 28, 2020
So will this sector be different in say, five or 10 years? Absolutely. But the sector was going to be very different, regardless of COVID-19.
It’s a bit early for a victory parade
By
John O'Connor
May 21, 2020
The stock market spiked notably Monday, following news that a COVID-19 vaccine candidate has shown encouraging trial results. But before you load up on Moderna stock, it might be helpful to keep a couple...
Have they lost their minds?
By
John O'Connor
May 14, 2020
We are seeing some pandemic responses that are real jaw-droppers.
Ready to take stock of senior living?
By
John O'Connor
May 07, 2020
The senior living sector might be a hidden bargain for investors.
Need something else to worry about?
By
John O'Connor
Apr 30, 2020
I’m no expert on monetary policy and have never played one on TV. But even I am beginning to wonder if these actions might create another problem for senior living operators.
A good time to take stock — of you
By
John O'Connor
Apr 16, 2020
We’re all sailing through unchartered waters, but realize that you’ll probably get through these awful challenges — and you might just emerge better for the experience.
A favor that could change senior living oversight
By
John O'Connor
Apr 09, 2020
Assisted living operators have marketed themselves as “un-nursing homes.” But the field may have just made that position more difficult to defend.