What are the biggest barriers to affordable seniors housing Lately, this issue has received considerable discussion and some debate. For my money, two challenges rise above the rest.
Pandemic likely to increase demand for affordable housing: NIC
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John O'Connor
Apr 16, 2020
As the unfolding COVID-19 pandemic ravages the nation’s economy, the ranks of seniors requiring affordable housing and care will escalate, warns a recent National Investment Center for Seniors Housing...
New measure expands the nation’s supply of affordable senior housing
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John O'Connor
Nov 25, 2019
House legislation designed to expand that nation’s supply of affordable senior living received a quick endorsement from one of the nation’s largest provider organizations.
Another upscale senior living story? That is so rich!
By
John O'Connor
Dec 06, 2018
With apologies to the Beatles, I read the news today. Oh boy.
Affordable housing with supportive social services may trim hospital costs, study finds
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John O'Connor
Oct 15, 2018
At a time when policymakers are trying to reduce hospital-related costs, a relatively simple adjustment could help dramatically. The proposed solution? Invest more in affordable seniors’ housing that...
Proposed legislation seeks to improve and expand affordable-housing options
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John O'Connor
Jul 24, 2018
Several senators are calling for a comprehensive look into the challenges facing those who seek affordable seniors housing — and housing overall.
Report: Some residents at risk for a new kind of religious discrimination
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John O'Connor
Dec 18, 2017
Revised laws and policies exempting religious organizations from anti-discrimination provisions are taking a toll on lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender elders, a new report claims.
Woes continue for senior living rental assistance program
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John O'Connor
Aug 16, 2017
Residents at Valley Springs in Auburn recently received a letter notifying them to vacate the building. That’s because the Kansas-based complex for seniors — a Section 42 participant — is being...
Assisted living communities target lower-income residents
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John O'Connor
Jun 12, 2017
A Phoenix-area developer is building assisted living options for an often-overlooked population: those with few financial resources.
A spending plan that just might put you out of business
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John O'Connor
May 25, 2017
With the Trump administration’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2018, it’s guns versus butter, and guns are now in the lead, right? Not exactly.