Money moves
Brookdale Senior Living Reports Census Gains
The operator's SNF segment occupancy improved to 78.4%, up 320 basis points from prior year.
Policy watch
CMS Releases Updated Survey Guidance for Infection Control
New interpretive guidelines emphasize antibiotic stewardship and outbreak response protocols.
Heads up
Immediate Jeopardy Citations Spike in Q3
CMS data shows a 23% increase in IJ citations compared to the same period last year.
Deal watch
PE-Backed Platform Raises $400M for SNF Acquisitions
The fund targets underperforming facilities with turnaround potential.
The bottom line
Capital flows, policies shift, and care continues for millions of Americans in skilled nursing.