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Roughly half of the national senior housing communities are more than 25 years old. As owners, operators, and capital partners consider whether older assets need attention, how and when to reinvest becomes an important conversation. With new development still muted, communities that can make a compelling case for reinvestment today may be positioned to capture a competitive edge before the next construction cycle begins

The harder conversation is not if they should reinvest, but whether the property will gain the most benefit from a light remodel or a significant repositioning. Renovating occupied senior living communities is among the most operationally complex undertakings in real estate — a 24/7 environment, a vulnerable population, and no margin for disruption. A panel of capital partners and operators experienced in refreshing older communities will share real benchmarks, lessons from the field, and a frank look at the capital alignment structures that make sustainable reinvestment possible.