10-K: Brookdale Senior Living Reports Strong Occupancy & EBITDA Growth

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Annual Report 19 February 2026 4:19 PM

📋All filings for Brookdale Senior Living INC

Brookdale Senior Living Inc. reports significant improvements in occupancy and Adjusted EBITDA for 2025, driven by strategic initiatives and market recovery, despite an increased net loss.

Capital raiseThe company issued $369.4 million aggregate principal amount of 3.50% convertible senior notes due 2029 on October 3, 2024, with $150.0 million issued for cash.Net cash proceeds from the exchange and issuance transactions for the 2029 Notes were $135.0 million.The company has a $100.0 million secured credit facility with $98.6 million of availability as of December 31, 2025.The company expects to continue to fund its business through cash balances, cash flows from operations, credit facilities, unconsolidated venture arrangements, mortgage financing/refinancing, and funds raised in debt or equity markets.The company may need additional capital to fund operations, capital expenditure plans, and strategic priorities, and may sell additional equity or debt securities in the future, which could dilute existing stockholders.

Better than expectedAdjusted EBITDA increased by 18.5% to $457.8 million in 2025, indicating stronger operational performance.Same community RevPAR grew by 5.1%, driven by a 210 basis point increase in occupancy and a 2.3% increase in RevPOR, demonstrating effective operational and pricing strategies.Net cash provided by operating activities increased by 31.2% to $218.0 million, reflecting improved cash generation.Adjusted Free Cash Flow turned positive at $22.8 million in 2025, a significant improvement from a negative value in 2024.

Summary

Brookdale Senior Living Inc. operates 584 senior living communities across 41 states, serving approximately 51,000 residents as of December 31, 2025.
The company's revenue mix for 2025 was 93.9% from private pay residents, 4.8% from government reimbursement programs (Medicare/Medicaid), and 1.3% from other payor sources.
Resident fees increased by 2.4% to $3.04 billion in 2025 from $2.97 billion in 2024.
Adjusted EBITDA saw an 18.5% increase, reaching $457.8 million in 2025 compared to $386.2 million in 2024.
Net loss increased by 30.1% to $(262.7) million in 2025 from $(202.0) million in 2024, primarily due to higher non-cash impairment charges and a loss on extinguishment of a financing obligation.
Same community RevPAR grew by 5.1%, driven by a 210 basis point increase in weighted average occupancy to 82.3% and a 2.3% increase in RevPOR.
The company completed the acquisition of 25 senior living communities (875 units) from Diversified Healthcare Trust for $135.0 million and 5 communities (686 units) from Welltower Inc. for $175.0 million, both on February 27, 2025.
12 owned communities (482 units) were sold for $26.1 million net proceeds, and 58 communities (6,466 units) were disposed of through lease terminations during 2025.
The Ventas master lease was amended, extending the term for 65 communities (4,055 units) through December 31, 2035, while terminating leases for 55 communities (6,125 units) in 2025.
Total debt outstanding as of December 31, 2025, was $4.3 billion, with a weighted average interest rate of 5.06%.
The company refinanced $346.3 million of 2026 mortgage debt maturities and $190.7 million of 2027 mortgage debt maturities in December 2025.
Liquidity stood at $377.7 million as of December 31, 2025, comprising $279.1 million in unrestricted cash and $98.6 million in credit facility availability.
Full-year 2026 non-development capital expenditures are projected to be between $175.0 million and $195.0 million.

Sentiment

Score: 7

Explanation: StockSavvy.ai views this filing positively due to strong operational improvements, particularly in occupancy and Adjusted EBITDA, and successful debt refinancing. However, the increased net loss and significant asset impairment charges temper the overall sentiment, indicating ongoing portfolio optimization challenges.

Positives

Adjusted EBITDA increased significantly by 18.5% to $457.8 million in 2025, indicating improved operational profitability.
Same community RevPAR grew by 5.1%, reflecting strong performance in existing communities.
Same community weighted average occupancy increased by 210 basis points to 82.3%, demonstrating successful resident attraction and retention efforts.
Same community RevPOR increased by 2.3%, indicating effective pricing strategies.
Net cash provided by operating activities increased by 31.2% to $218.0 million, showing stronger cash generation from core operations.
Adjusted Free Cash Flow improved substantially from a negative $(29.5) million in 2024 to a positive $22.8 million in 2025.
Successful refinancing of all 2026 mortgage debt maturities ($346.3 million) and a portion of 2027 maturities ($190.7 million) in December 2025 strengthens the balance sheet.
Strategic acquisitions of 30 communities (1,561 units) from Diversified Healthcare Trust and Welltower Inc. expand the company's portfolio.
The Ventas master lease extension for 65 communities through 2035 provides long-term operational stability for a significant portion of the leased portfolio.
Associate turnover reduction and increased retention of key community leaders in 2025 compared to 2024 indicate improved human capital management.
Senior housing industry occupancy has returned to pre-pandemic levels, driven by greater demand and low inventory growth, providing a favorable market backdrop.

Negatives

Net loss increased by 30.1% to $(262.7) million in 2025, primarily due to non-cash impairment charges and a loss on debt extinguishment.
Recorded $71.3 million in non-cash asset impairment charges in 2025, significantly higher than $8.6 million in 2024, mainly due to planned dispositions of underperforming communities.
Incurred a $32.8 million loss on extinguishment of a financing obligation for the reacquisition of three communities previously subject to sale-leaseback transactions.
General and administrative expense increased by 5.0% to $195.1 million, partly due to $9.3 million in organizational restructuring costs and $8.0 million in transaction costs for stockholder relations advisory matters.
Total liquidity decreased by $11.6 million from $389.3 million in 2024 to $377.7 million in 2025.
Current liabilities exceeded current assets by $14.0 million as of December 31, 2025.
The company remains highly leveraged with $4.3 billion of debt and significant lease obligations.
The average age of buildings in the consolidated senior housing portfolio is approximately 28 years, potentially requiring substantial future capital expenditures for maintenance and upgrades.

Risks

Events adversely affecting seniors' ability to afford resident fees (e.g., economic downturns, housing market softness, increased inflation, unemployment) could cause declines in occupancy, revenues, results of operations, and cash flow.
Senior housing construction and development, lower industry occupancy, and increased competition may adversely affect occupancy, revenues, results of operations, and cash flow.
Geographic concentration of communities (e.g., California, Florida, Texas) makes the company vulnerable to economic downturns, regulatory changes, acts of nature, or climate change effects in those areas.
Termination of resident agreements and vacancies in leased living spaces could adversely affect occupancy, revenues, results of operations, and cash flow due to residents' right to terminate on short notice and unpredictable turnover rates.
Changes in reimbursement rates, methods, or timing of payment from government reimbursement programs (Medicare/Medicaid) could adversely affect revenues, results of operations, and cash flow.
Failure to maintain security and functionality of information systems, prevent cybersecurity attacks, or comply with privacy laws (HIPAA) could adversely affect business, reputation, and relationships, leading to remediation costs and liabilities.
Failure to complete capital expenditures in accordance with plans may adversely affect anticipated revenues, results of operations, and cash flow due to factors like financing difficulties, regulatory delays, construction issues, and cost increases.
Difficulties in identifying future development, investment, or acquisition opportunities at attractive prices or integrating acquisitions could adversely affect financial condition, results of operations, and cash flow.
Competition for the acquisition of strategic assets from buyers with greater financial resources or lower costs of capital could limit the ability to grow the business effectively.
Future disposition transactions may result in reductions to revenue and negatively impact results of operations and cash flow, with no assurance of meeting sales price expectations or avoiding impairment charges.
Execution of the company's strategy may not be successful, and initiatives undertaken to execute strategic priorities may adversely affect business, financial condition, results of operations, cash flow, and stock price.
If the redesign and consolidation of certain technology platforms, including the ERP system, does not proceed as expected or is not integrated successfully, business and financial results may be adversely impacted.
Ability to use net operating loss carryovers to reduce future tax payments may be limited by Section 382 of the Internal Revenue Code.
Disruptions in financial markets or decreases in appraised values/performance of communities could affect ability to obtain financing or refinance debt, negatively impacting liquidity and financial condition.
Inability to generate sufficient cash flow to cover required interest, principal, and lease payments could result in defaults and cross-defaults, adversely affecting capital structure, financial condition, results of operations, and cash flow.
Indebtedness and long-term leases could adversely affect liquidity and ability to operate the business, limiting additional financing and dividend payments.
Breach of financial and other covenants in debt and lease documents could accelerate obligations, lead to foreclosures or lease terminations, and trigger cross-defaults.
Inability to renew, extend, or restructure existing leases, or purchase communities subject to leases, at or prior to the end of their terms could impact business, results of operations, and cash flow.
Increases in market interest rates could significantly increase the costs of debt obligations, adversely affecting results of operations and cash flow.
Need for additional capital to fund operations, capital expenditure plans, and strategic priorities, with no assurance of obtaining it on acceptable terms.
Transition of management or unexpected departure of key officers could harm the business.
Increased competition for, or a shortage of, associates, wage pressures, minimum wage increases, changes in overtime laws, and union activity may adversely affect business, results of operations, and cash flow.
Significant legal actions and liability claims, including putative class action complaints, could subject the company to increased operating costs and substantial uninsured liabilities.
Periodic government inquiries, reviews, audits, and investigations could result in adverse findings, negatively impacting business, financial condition, results of operations, and cash flow.
Cost and difficulty of complying with increasing and evolving regulation and enforcement could adversely affect business, results of operations, and cash flow.
Environmental contamination at any communities could result in substantial liabilities, potentially exceeding asset value.
Failure to comply with existing environmental laws could result in increased expenditures, litigation, and potential loss to business and asset value.
Anti-takeover provisions in organizational documents may delay, deter, or prevent a tender offer, merger, or acquisition.
As a holding company, reliance on operating subsidiaries for funds, which are legally distinct and have no obligation to make funds available.
Unpredictable emergence and effects of future pandemics, epidemics, or severe cold/flu seasons could adversely impact business, results of operations, cash flow, liquidity, and stock price.
General economic conditions (inflation, commodity costs, labor market competition, interest rates, geopolitical tensions) could adversely affect financial performance.

Future Outlook

The company anticipates continued organic growth driven by increasing RevPAR, which is expected to be propelled by strategic priorities, accelerating growth within its target demographic, and significantly lower new supply in the industry. Operating leverage is expected to improve margins as occupancy grows, leading to increases in Adjusted EBITDA and cash flow. The company plans to continue exploring additional products and services, pursuing development, investment, and acquisition opportunities, and investing in its development capital expenditures program to expand, reposition, and redevelop existing communities.

Management Comments

Our goal is to be the first choice in senior living by being the nation's most trusted and effective senior living provider.
Brookdale is committed to its mission to enrich the lives of those we serve with compassion, respect, excellence, and integrity.
We continue to focus on operational excellence achieved through a culture of caring, with people serving people.
We intend to enrich lives and drive value for our residents, families, associates, and stockholders and are focused on operational excellence that will position us for growth and capitalize on positive trends in demand demographics, customer preferences, and lower new supply in the industry, while using our unique Brookdale differentiators and scale to our advantage.
We believe our Brookdale HealthPlus program can be a key differentiator for Brookdale in the market.
We believe that our successful execution on these strategic priorities and our longer-term growth plans will allow us to achieve our goal to improve profitability and be the first choice in senior living by being the nation's most trusted and effective senior living provider.
We have recently made the annual rate adjustment effective January 1, 2026 for our in-place private pay residents. The average increase was again higher than our typical annual rate adjustment in order to help offset our increased costs as a result of general cost inflation and investments in our communities and other corporate initiatives.
We currently estimate our historical principal sources of liquidity, primarily our cash flows from operations, together with cash balances on hand, and cash equivalents, availability on our secured credit facility, and proceeds from financings and refinancings of various assets will be sufficient to fund our liquidity needs for at least the next 12 months.

Industry Context

StockSavvy.ai notes that the senior living industry, highly fragmented with numerous local and regional operators, has seen a significant recovery in occupancy since the record lows of Q1 2021, driven by increased demand from an aging population (75+) and reduced new construction starts. Brookdale's focus on operational excellence, strategic acquisitions, and healthcare innovation aligns with the industry's need to differentiate services and capture growing demand, particularly for private-pay residents. The company's scale positions it favorably to leverage economies of scale and participate in value-based care models, a growing trend in healthcare. However, the industry continues to face challenges from increased regulatory scrutiny, labor cost pressures, and competition from diverse providers, including REITs and private equity firms.

Comparison to Industry Standards

Brookdale is the largest operator of senior living communities in the United States, providing a broad range of community locations and service level offerings, which is a significant differentiator in a highly fragmented market with approximately 2,400 local and regional operators.
The company's 2025 weighted average occupancy of 82.2% (consolidated) and 82.3% (same community) reflects a return to pre-pandemic levels, outperforming the industry's record low occupancy in Q1 2021, as reported by NIC data.
The 5.1% increase in same community RevPAR and 2.3% increase in RevPOR suggest effective pricing and demand management, which is crucial given the competitive environment where some competitors may price aggressively.
Brookdale's high reliance on private pay residents (93.9% of resident fee revenue) positions it well to capture demand from seniors with sufficient income, contrasting with providers more dependent on fluctuating government reimbursement programs like Medicare and Medicaid.
The company's Brookdale HealthPlus program and expansion of private duty services represent a strategic move into value-based healthcare, aligning with broader industry trends where providers seek to improve quality outcomes and reduce costs, potentially differentiating it from traditional senior living operators.
The average age of Brookdale's buildings (28 years) indicates a need for ongoing capital investment to remain competitive, similar to other established operators in the industry facing an aging infrastructure.

Management Changes

Role	Previous Person	New Person	Effective Date	Reason
Chief Executive Officer	Lucinda M. Baier (as per previous RSU agreements)	Nikolas W. Stengle	October 1, 2025	Organizational restructuring and senior leadership changes.
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer	NA	Dawn L. Kussow	January 12, 2023 (Offer Letter)	NA
Non-Executive Chairman of the Board	NA	Denise W. Warren	April 27, 2025 (RSU Agreement date)	NA

Corporate Governance

Change Type	Description	Effective Date	Impact Assessment
Board Composition	Board of directors may consist of not less than three nor more than nine directors. Directors are elected for one-year terms. No cumulative voting in director elections.	Ongoing	Provides flexibility in board size but limits minority shareholder influence in director elections.
Director Removal	Directors may be removed with or without cause by a majority in voting interest of stockholders entitled to vote.	Ongoing	Allows for easier removal of directors by majority shareholders, potentially increasing board accountability.
Stockholder Meeting Rights	Stockholders are specifically denied the ability to call a special meeting of the stockholders or to act by written consent without a meeting.	Ongoing	Limits shareholder activism and their ability to initiate corporate actions outside of annual meetings.
Advance Notice Requirements	Bylaws require advance notice from stockholders to nominate persons for election to the board of directors or to propose actions at an annual meeting.	Ongoing	Provides management and the board with time to review and respond to shareholder proposals and nominations, potentially deterring last-minute challenges.
Amendment of Governing Documents	Amendment of Certificate of Incorporation requires approval by a stockholder vote of at least a majority of voting power. Bylaws may be amended by affirmative vote of at least a majority of the whole board or 66 2/3% of outstanding voting stock.	Ongoing	Protects the Certificate of Incorporation from simple majority changes, while allowing the board more flexibility with Bylaws, but still requiring a supermajority for stockholder-initiated bylaw changes.
Director Liability and Indemnification	Certificate of Incorporation limits directors' personal monetary liability for fiduciary duty breaches, except for specific cases (loyalty, bad faith, unlawful payments, improper personal benefit). Company indemnifies directors/officers to the fullest extent of Delaware law and has indemnification agreements.	Ongoing	Aims to attract and retain qualified directors and officers by reducing personal liability risk, but may discourage shareholder lawsuits against them.
Anti-Takeover Provisions	Authorized but unissued shares of common and preferred stock are available for future issuance without stockholder approval. Board can fix voting powers and other rights for preferred stock. Section 203 of DGCL (Delaware business combination statute) does not apply to the company.	Ongoing	These provisions may delay, deter, or prevent a tender offer or takeover attempt, potentially protecting current management but also limiting opportunities for shareholders to realize a premium on their shares.
Cybersecurity Oversight	Board of Directors delegates cybersecurity risk oversight to the Audit Committee, which regularly reviews exposure, effectiveness, and management's capabilities. CIO and CISO provide regular briefings.	Ongoing	Enhances oversight of critical cybersecurity risks, demonstrating a commitment to protecting information systems and data, which is crucial for business continuity and reputation.

Legal Proceedings

The company is involved in litigation and claims incidental to its business, comparable to other senior living and healthcare companies.
Currently involved in putative class action litigation regarding staffing at its communities and compliance with consumer protection laws and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and similar state laws.
Certain claims and lawsuits allege large damage amounts, seek injunctive relief, and have required significant costs to defend and resolve.
A charge of $7.0 million was taken in 2024 for class action litigation, representing the estimated ultimate cost to resolve, net of estimated probable insurance recoveries.
The final outcome of pending class action litigation is difficult to predict and may differ materially from current estimates.
The company is subject to periodic inquiries, reviews, audits, and investigations by government agencies (e.g., CMS, state Attorneys General) related to regulatory compliance, Medicare, and Medicaid programs.
Adverse outcomes from government scrutiny could result in citations, sanctions, fines, payment suspensions, termination from government programs, and damage to business reputation.
The company maintains general liability, professional liability, and excess liability insurance policies with deductibles and exclusions, and uses a wholly-owned captive insurance company for risk retention.

Related Party Transactions

In December 2024, the company and certain subsidiaries, and Ventas, Inc. (Ventas) and certain subsidiaries, amended an existing master lease arrangement. As of January 1, 2026, the company continues to lease 65 communities from Ventas, with the lease extended through December 31, 2035. Ventas also agreed to fund up to $37.5 million for capital expenditures at facilities during 2025-2027, with rent increases tied to funded amounts.
In October 2025, the company paid $5.0 million to Ventas in conjunction with the termination of leases for 55 non-renewal communities.
In September 2024, the company entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 11 senior living communities from a joint venture between Welltower Inc. and its partners for $300.0 million, closing on December 17, 2024. The company assumed $194.5 million of existing agency debt.
In September 2024, the company entered into a definitive agreement to acquire five senior living communities from Welltower Inc. for $175.0 million, closing on February 27, 2025. The company recognized a $32.8 million loss on extinguishment of a financing obligation for the reacquisition of three communities previously subject to sale-leaseback transactions with Welltower.
In August 2024, the company and Omega Healthcare Investors, Inc. amended an existing master lease for 24 communities, extending the term to December 31, 2037. Omega agreed to make available up to $80.0 million for capital expenditures, with rent adjustments for certain amounts.
On July 26, 2020, the company issued a warrant to Ventas to purchase 16.3 million shares of common stock. During 2025, the company issued 5.7 million shares upon partial exercise of the warrant by Ventas for the remaining 11.1 million shares. As of December 31, 2025, no warrants were outstanding.

Stakeholder Impact

**Shareholders**: Potential for long-term returns through organic growth, RevPAR, Adjusted EBITDA, and cash flow increases. However, increased net loss and asset impairment charges in 2025, along with potential future equity offerings, could dilute ownership. Anti-takeover provisions may limit opportunities for premium sales.
**Residents and Families**: Enhanced quality of care and personalized service through strategic priorities, including the Brookdale HealthPlus program and expanded private duty services. The ability to 'age-in-place' provides continuity of care. Annual rate adjustments, while necessary for cost recovery, could impact affordability for some.
**Employees (Associates)**: Focus on attracting, engaging, developing, and retaining associates through competitive wages, benefits, and career development opportunities. Reduced associate turnover and increased retention of key community leaders are positive. However, wage pressures and increased competition for labor remain challenges.
**Creditors/Lenders**: Successful refinancing of significant mortgage debt maturities and improved Adjusted Free Cash Flow enhance the company's ability to service its debt obligations. However, high leverage and potential for cross-defaults under debt and lease covenants remain a risk.
**Suppliers/Vendors**: Centralized procurement and economies of scale benefit the company in negotiating contracts for goods and services, potentially impacting supplier relationships and pricing.

Next Steps

Sell 29 owned communities (2,364 units) during 2026, expected to generate approximately $200.0 million in proceeds.
Continue to focus on increasing RevPAR, maintaining expense discipline, and refinancing or extending maturing debt.
Continue to evaluate the capital structure and the state of debt and equity markets.
Monetize non-strategic or underperforming owned assets.
Fund full-year 2026 non-development capital expenditures of $175.0 million to $195.0 million from cash on hand, cash flows from operations, and lessor reimbursements.
Continue to invest in the development capital expenditures program over the longer term to expand, reposition, and redevelop selected existing senior living communities.
Explore additional products and services for residents and seniors living outside communities, and pursue development, investment, and acquisition opportunities.
Continue to pilot and test new ideas, technologies, and operating models to enhance resident engagement, improve outcomes, increase length of stay and occupancy, and differentiate the company.
Invest in the technology platform to reduce complexity, increase productivity, lower costs, and enhance collaboration with third parties.

Key Dates

Date	Description
1978	American Retirement Corporation began operating independently.
1981	Alterra Healthcare Corporation began operating independently.
1986	Brookdale Living Communities, Inc. began operating independently.
1995	Emergence of assisted living communities in the mid-1990s.
1996	Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) enacted.
1997	Balanced Budget Act enacted.
2003	HIPAA privacy rules became effective for certain covered communities.
2005	Brookdale Senior Living Inc. formed as a Delaware corporation; completed initial public offering of common stock.
2005	HIPAA security standards compliance required.
November 7, 2005	Date of Registration Statement on Form S-1 (Amendment No. 3) for common stock certificate form.
2006	Acquired American Retirement Corporation.
June 30, 2009	Date of Registration Statement on Form S-8 for Director Stock Purchase Plan.
February 28, 2011	Date of Annual Report on Form 10-K for Form of Indemnification Agreement for Directors and Officers.
2011	Acquired Horizon Bay.
2014	Acquired Emeritus Corporation through a merger.
August 9, 2016	Date of Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for Form of Outside Director Restricted Stock Unit Agreement.
2016	Board of Directors approved a share repurchase program of up to $100.0 million.
2016	Industry occupancy began to decrease due to new openings and oversupply.
August 31, 2017	Date of Master Credit Facility Agreement (Senior Housing).
November 7, 2017	Date of Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for Master Credit Facility Agreement (Senior Housing).
March 2018	Legislation adopted in Florida requiring skilled nursing homes and assisted living communities to obtain generators and fuel.
November 1, 2018	Date of Amendment No. 1 to Master Credit Facility Agreement (Senior Housing).
October 29, 2019	Date of Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation and Amended and Restated Bylaws.
October 29, 2019	Date of Current Report on Form 8-K for Amended and Restated Brookdale Senior Living Inc. 2014 Omnibus Incentive Plan.
February 19, 2020	Date of Annual Report on Form 10-K for Amendment No. 1 to 2014 Omnibus Incentive Plan.
March 2020	Company temporarily suspended purchases under the share repurchase plan.
Early 2020	COVID-19 pandemic began, resulting in additional occupancy pressure for the industry.
July 26, 2020	Date of Letter Agreement with Ventas and Amended and Restated Master Lease and Security Agreement.
August 10, 2020	Date of Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for Letter Agreement with Ventas and Amended and Restated Master Lease and Security Agreement.
March 31, 2021	Senior housing occupancy reached record low levels.
April 15, 2021	Effective date of Amendment No. 1 to Amended and Restated Master Lease and Security Agreement (McMinnville Lease Combination).
May 7, 2021	Date of Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for Amendment No. 1 to Amended and Restated Master Lease and Security Agreement.
July 12, 2021	Effective date of Amendment No. 2 to Amended and Restated Master Lease and Security Agreement (Extension of Deadline for Requested Landlord UE Funds).
August 6, 2021	Date of Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for Amendment No. 2 to Amended and Restated Master Lease and Security Agreement.
October 1, 2021	Company issued $230.0 million principal amount of 2.00% convertible senior notes due 2026.
October 1, 2021	Date of Current Report on Form 8-K for Indenture governing 2026 Convertible Senior Notes.
October 1, 2021	Paid $15.9 million for Capped Call Transactions.
October 21, 2024	Earliest date the company may redeem 2026 Notes for cash.
February 15, 2022	Date of Annual Report on Form 10-K for Amendment No. 2 to 2014 Omnibus Incentive Plan.
May 6, 2022	Date of Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for Form of Restricted Stock Unit Agreement under 2014 Omnibus Incentive Plan.
July 15, 2022	Effective date of Amendment No. 3 to Amended and Restated Master Lease and Security Agreement (Extension of Deadline for, and Reallocation of, Requested Landlord UE Funds).
November 8, 2022	Date of Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for Amendment No. 3 to Amended and Restated Master Lease and Security Agreement.
December 12, 2022	Date of Non-Employee Director Deferred Compensation Plan.
February 15, 2023	Date of Restricted Stock Unit Agreement and Performance-Based Restricted Stock Unit Agreement for Lucinda M. Baier.
February 21, 2023	Date of Annual Report on Form 10-K for Non-Employee Director Deferred Compensation Plan and Clawback and Forfeiture Policy.
January 12, 2023	Date of Offer Letter Agreement for Dawn L. Kussow.
May 9, 2023	Date of Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for various RSU agreements and Performance-Based Cash Award Agreement.
June 30, 2023	Company entered into amendments to existing lease arrangements with Welltower for 74 communities.
July 2023	Discontinuance of LIBOR, leading to modification of variable rate mortgage notes to SOFR.
October 23, 2023	Effective date of Amendment No. 4 to Amended and Restated Master Lease and Security Agreement (Approval of Additional Approved Projects; Requested Landlord UE Funds).
October 2023	California adopted new carbon and climate-related reporting requirements.
December 2023	Company completed the sale of its 20% equity interest in the HCS Venture to HCA Healthcare for $27.4 million.
December 2023	Company amended its revolving credit agreement with Capital One, National Association.
February 21, 2024	Date of Annual Report on Form 10-K for various amendments to Master Credit Facility Agreement and Master Lease and Security Agreement.
February 15, 2024	Date of Restricted Stock Unit Agreement and Performance-Based Restricted Stock Unit Agreement for Lucinda M. Baier.
May 8, 2024	Date of Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for various RSU agreements.
June 20, 2024	Date of Current Report on Form 8-K for Brookdale Senior Living Inc. 2024 Omnibus Incentive Plan.
August 2024	Company and Omega Healthcare Investors, Inc. amended existing master lease for 24 communities.
September 2024	Company entered into definitive agreements to acquire 25 communities from Diversified Healthcare Trust and 5 communities from Welltower Inc.
September 2024	Company obtained $182.5 million of debt secured by first priority mortgages on 16 communities.
September 30, 2024	Company entered into privately negotiated exchange and subscription agreements for 2029 Notes.
October 3, 2024	Company issued $369.4 million aggregate principal amount of 3.50% convertible senior notes due 2029.
October 4, 2024	Date of Current Report on Form 8-K for Indenture governing 2029 Convertible Senior Notes.
December 2024	Company and Ventas, Inc. amended existing master lease arrangement for 120 communities.
December 17, 2024	Company successfully closed the acquisition of 11 senior living communities from a joint venture between Welltower Inc. and its partners.
December 18, 2024	Effective date of Amendment No. 5 to Amended and Restated Master Lease and Security Agreement (Term Extension for Certain Facilities; Sale or Transition of Certain Facilities; Provision of Certain Landlord Capital Funds).
December 31, 2024	Fiscal year end.
February 19, 2025	Date of Annual Report on Form 10-K for various amendments to Master Credit Facility Agreement and Master Lease and Security Agreement.
February 27, 2025	Company successfully closed the acquisition of 25 communities from Diversified Healthcare Trust and 5 communities from Welltower Inc.
March 2025	Company exercised its right to settle remaining outstanding 2,291,338 prepaid stock purchase contracts.
May 7, 2025	Date of Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for various RSU agreements.
August 5, 2025	Date of Amended and Restated Tier I Severance Pay Policy.
August 7, 2025	Date of Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for Restricted Stock Unit Agreement for Denise W. Warren.
September 1, 2025	Terminations commenced for 55 Ventas Non-renewal Communities.
October 1, 2025	Date of Employment Agreement for Nikolas W. Stengle.
October 2, 2025	Date of Current Report on Form 8-K for Employment Agreement for Nikolas W. Stengle.
October 6, 2025	Date of Grant for performance-based and time-based restricted stock unit agreements for Nikolas W. Stengle.
October 27, 2025	Effective date of Amendment No. 6 to Amended and Restated Master Lease and Security Agreement.
November 2025	Company repaid the remaining outstanding balance of the senior amortizing notes component of the Tangible Equity Units.
December 2025	Company completed a series of financing transactions totaling $596.9 million.
December 31, 2025	Fiscal year end for the current report.
January 1, 2026	Annual rate adjustment effective for in-place private pay residents.
January 1, 2026	Company continues to lease 65 communities under Ventas master lease arrangement.
January 1, 2026	Company continues to manage eight of the Ventas Non-renewal Communities.
February 17, 2026	Date of filing of the Annual Report on Form 10-K.
February 19, 2026	Date of audit reports by Ernst & Young LLP.
April 30, 2026	Deadline for filing Definitive Proxy Statement relating to 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders.
July 15, 2026	Date after which holders may convert 2026 Notes regardless of conditions.
October 15, 2026	Maturity date for 2.00% convertible senior notes.
December 15, 2026	Effective date for ASU 2024-03, Income Statement Reporting Comprehensive Income Expense Disaggregation Disclosures.
January 2027	Maturity date for $100.0 million secured credit facility.
January 1, 2027	Annual minimum rent for Ventas Renewal Communities subject to 3% escalator.
March 2027	Maturity date for $194.5 million existing fixed-rate agency debt assumed in December 2024 acquisition.
December 31, 2027	End of 24-month period for $23.0 million capital expenditure requirement under certain community leases.
December 2028	Maturity date for $205.0 million non-recourse financing obtained in December 2025.
October 5, 2028	Measurement Date for performance-based restricted stock units granted to Nikolas W. Stengle.
October 6, 2028	Scheduled Vesting Date for performance-based and time-based restricted stock units granted to Nikolas W. Stengle.
July 15, 2029	Date after which holders may convert 2029 Notes regardless of conditions.
October 15, 2029	Maturity date for 3.50% convertible senior notes.
February 2030	Final maturity date (including extension options) for $161.0 million variable-rate debt obtained in February 2025.
January 2031	Maturity date for $24.6 million variable-rate portion of debt obtained in December 2025.
January 2032	Maturity date for $344.2 million fixed-rate debt obtained in December 2024.
June 30, 2032	Extended maturity date for one Welltower lease involving 39 communities.
January 2033	Maturity date for $146.1 million fixed-rate debt obtained in December 2025.
March 2035	Maturity date for $130.1 million fixed-rate debt obtained in February 2025.
December 31, 2035	Extended maturity date for 65 communities under the Ventas master lease arrangement.
January 2036	Maturity date for $221.2 million fixed-rate portion of debt obtained in December 2025.
December 31, 2037	Initial term expiration for Omega master lease.

Recommendation

hold

The filing presents a mixed financial picture. While strong operational improvements, particularly in occupancy and Adjusted EBITDA, and successful debt refinancing are positive indicators, the significant increase in net loss due to non-cash impairment charges and a loss on debt extinguishment raises concerns about underlying asset performance and strategic portfolio adjustments. The company's strategic focus on growth and operational excellence is sound, and the industry tailwinds from an aging demographic are favorable. However, the high leverage, ongoing litigation risks, and the need for substantial future capital expenditures warrant a cautious approach. A 'hold' recommendation is appropriate as the company navigates its portfolio optimization and aims to translate operational gains into sustainable net profitability.

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