Enhance Senior Living Podcast

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie, CEO of Enhance Senior Living and CIO of Bowery Investment Partners, discuss the top strategies to quickly increase and maximize your senior living revenue. Scott discusses some of the best practices to maximize revenue, but also industry resources to compare your revenue performance to other senior living communities. Scott McCorvie can be contacted [email protected]. 

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie and Michael Baldwin, Founder of SeniorComps, discuss how important it is to leverage the latest market data in senior living pricing, operations, investment, financing, development, and more. We discuss how market data can help you improve your pricing strategy, enhance your operational efficiency, and provide more insight on operational performance and making more informed decisions. Michael Baldwin can be reached at [email protected] and by visiting their website seniorcomps.com.  Scott McCorvie can be reached at [email protected], and by visiting their website at enhanceseniorliving.com. 

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie and Mike Kolejka, Partner at Grace Design Studios, discuss the latest development and design trends within the senior living industry. Mike provides so much amazing insight on the history of senior living design, the latest amenities and amenity rooms being used in senior living, what design traits the Baby Boomer's are looking for, how to lower the senior living construction costs & costruction timelines, how the senior living design can enhance the operations, what the future of senior living design looks like, and so much more. You can contact Mike at 602-214-6609 and visit their website at grace-design.com. Scott McCorvie can be reached at [email protected] and visiting the Enhance Senior Living website at enhanceseniorliving.com. 

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie discusses the Top 10 Ways to quickly improve your operational performance, operational efficiency, operating margin, and overall operating income at any senior living community. From leveraging the latest technology platforms, to reducing payroll costs, to enhancing occupancy without using advertising, this episode will definitely help you improve your senior living community's performance for years to come.  Learn more about Enhance Senior Living, and our nationwide senior living brokerage and and operational improvement solutions at our website: enhanceseniorliving.com. Show host Scott McCorvie can be contacted at [email protected]. 

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie discusses the top 10 predictions our senior living industry will experience in 2026. From new deveopment, increased transactions, enhanced operations, new technologies, enhanced market rates, and efficient payroll strategies, this is an episode provides a lot of great information to enhance our senior living industry for generations to come. To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie discusses the entire senior living budgeting process. From the timing, to the process, to helpful hints, strategies, and best practices, Scott McCorvie shares over 22 years of senior living budget creation and review experience to help you create dynamic, enhanced,  accurate senior living operating budget. To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].  

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie describes the creation, mission, and overall purpose of Enhance Senior Living. Scott goes into the mission of enhancing our senior living industry, the solutions at Enhance Senior LIving to maximize your investment returns and results -- along with helping fuel your future growth. To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie discusses how the 2024 election results could impact the senior living industry. Scott McCorvie dicusses how the new adminstration's policies could impact many different areas and aspects of senior living as well as how the recent Federal Reserves decrease in interest rates will impact our senior living industry for years to come.  To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie and Rich Delong, Senior Director of Experience at SRI Management discuss the importance of culture in senior living. Rich and Scott discuss why culture is so mission-critical in senior living, how to effectively implement culture in your senior living organization, how to measure the impact of culture, and different ways culture can improve the operational, reputational, and financial performance of your senior living community. Rich DeLong at SRI can be contacted at [email protected].  To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie and Nikki Jo Olsen discuss how to target, attract, and engage, and the new Baby Boomer generation of demand. We discuss what defines Active Adult and how Active Adult is really leading the way in providing the amenities, services and engagement that the Baby Bommer generation wants and desires.  To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie and Debbie Howard, CEO of Senior Living SMART, discuss how critical organic lead generation is in the overall senior living sales and marketing platform. Debbie and I discuss the different types of leads, how to best process and utilize the leads, and some best practices on generating more organic leads at your community.  To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].  

In this epsiosde, show host Scott McCorvie and Kelly Stranburg & Sara Kyle at LE3 Solutions discuss how important resident engagement and programming is in senior living and really the driver to help maintain product relevency into the future. www.le3solutions.com.  Sara Kyle's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-kyle-phd-0972504/ Kelly Stranburg's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-stranburg-m-ed-acsm-ep-cscs-cdp-457b204b/  To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].  

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie and Lynn Ackerman, co-founder of Sensight Surveys, discuss all the amazing benefits of implementing survey compaigns into your senior living communities. To learn more about Sensight Surveys, visit their website www.sensightsurveys.com or call 630-237-4138.  To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie joins Cory Mitchell and Michael Moye on their 100 Club Podcast to put me in the hot seat and get my thoughts on various issues impacting our industry. Be sure to connect with Cory and Michael on LinkedIn (links below) and subscribe to their 100 Club Podcast on any of the podcast platforms. https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-mitchell-802a15167/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-moye-a937b982/  To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie discusses the top 10 effective strategies to improve senior living occupancy in the current post-covid environment. Each of these occupancy improving strategies are cost effective and don't take a dime of advertising dollars. To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].  

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie and Sanjeev Shetty from Connected Living discuss the history, current status, and future of technologies in the senior living  industry. You can learn more about Connected Living at connectedliving.com.  To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie discusses the important question regarding senior living operators. Is bigger better? To better understand the efficiencies of size, Scott McCorvie discusses the rise and quick fall of the 15th largest operator, Eclipse Senior Living. What lessons can be learned, and what message is Ventas sending the industry by transitioning the management to smaller, regional operators in a defined geographic location.  To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie discusses the many challenges facing the senior living industry from the COVID 19 pandemic, and how the industry came together to successfully navigate through it. Scott discusses some of the top lessons learned from the pandemic that will hopefully last and help our industry grow and mature for many decades in the future. To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].  

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie and managing partner of HealthTrust, Alan Plush discuss this history and trends of seniors housing real estate values through the decades. HealthTrust can be contacted at www.healthtrust.com.  To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie discusses the latest senior living transaction marketplace with Dan Baker, Director at Cushman and Wakefield. Dan discusses the latest in senior living pricing and other transaction terms as well as his outlook on the future. Dan Baker can be contacted at [email protected].  To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie discusses the importance of effective medication management with Medication Management Partners CEO Labinot Avdiu. Labinot discusses how proper medication management in senior living can reduce staffing costs while increasing the health and welfare of the residents and employees. Medication Management Partners can be reached at [email protected] or 833-223-0386.   To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie discusses the latest challenges impacting senior living operators with Jeff Fischer, President of MBK Senior Living. Jeff shares how the company navigated through the COVID-19 pandemic, strategies to maintain the top staffing talent, the importance of company culture, new supply concerns and so much more. www.mbk.com. Sponsor: Medication Management Partners www.mmprx.com  To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie discusses ASHA's (American Seniors Housing Association) impact to the senior living industry with ASHA President, David Schless. David discusses ASHAs history and evolution, pivot during COVID, and other initiatives impacting our industry. ASHA can be found at seniorshousing.org.  Sponsored by Medication Management Partners: www.mmprx.com  To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie discusses the latest senior living budgeting strategies with consultant, Drew Ostransky. Drew shares from his operating background some great strategies related to occupancy, revenue, and expense assumptions. Drew can be reached at [email protected]. Show sponsor Medication Management Partners is www.mmprx.com  To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie discusses the NIC Fall Virtual Experience Conference. Scott shares his thoughts on the senior living conference format, virtual sessions, speakers, and overall key takeaways, as well as some thoughts on future conference improvement.  To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie discusses the latest NIC MAP industry performance results with Beth Mace, Chief Economist of NIC. Beth shares some amazing insight on the latest industry performance as well as some intuition on the history and data collection process at NIC MAP. For more information, you can visit the NIC website at www.nic.org.  To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie discusses the changes to senior living and long-term care property and liability insurance due to the current COVID-19 pandemic with Jason Zuccari at Hamilton Insurance. We discuss some of the policy, premium, and coverage changes along with ways to mitigate some of the cost increases. Jason Zuccari can be reached [email protected].  To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie and Steve D'Orazio discuss how Smartlinx is helping senior living operators reduce staffing costs, improve operational efficiency, and enhance the safety and welfare of the residents and employees during COVID-19. Steve can be reached at [email protected], or 513-236-2464. Request a demo today at www.smartlinxsolutions.com/innercircle.  To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie discusses the latest senior living technology and innovation advances with Carely, Inc. CEO Michael Eidsuane. Be sure to visit them at www.caregiving.com. Thank you to our show sponsor, Smartlinx. Be sure to contact Steve at 513-236-2464 [email protected] and learn more about Smartlinx at www.smartlinxsolutions.com. To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie discusses the latest Argentum virtual conference. Scott talks about the conference format, overall themes, key takeaways, and observations and thoughts for future conferences. Overall, I'm so glad that Argentum created this virtual conference and I think it's a big advancement in our industry.  To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie and Debbie Howard, CEO of Senior Living SMART discuss the latest trends in senior living sales and marketing. Debbie leverages her experience at some of the larger operators to discuss COVID-19 strategies, social media, effective advertising, and so much more. Debbie can be reached at www.seniorlivingsmart.com.  To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie and Melissa Banko discusses the latest interior design trends with Melissa Banko at Banko Design. We discuss the history of senior living interior design, ways the design can mitigate COVID-19, how it can improve operational efficiency, and so much more. Melissa can be reached at [email protected].  To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie and Brian Jurutka discuss NIC's impact to the senior living industry with NIC CEO Brian Jurutka. Brian shares the history and evolution of NIC, NIC's response to COVID-19, the upcoming fall experience, and so much more. More info for the NIC Fall Experience can be found at https://fallconference.nic.org/.  To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie and Aaron D'Costa discuss the latest trends in senior living investment, along with smart strategies for developing and investing in senior living. Aaron brings a unique perspective pulling from both operational and investment experience. Aaron can be reached at [email protected]. To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie discusses the long-term care and skilled nursing industry with long-term care veteran, Ralph Peterson. Scott and Ralph discuss the evolution of the product, the impact from COVID-19, the current reimbursement environment, skilled nursing quality measures, and the synergies and differences between long-term care and senior living. Ralph Peterson can be contacted at www.ralphpeterson.com. To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie welcomes James Balda, President & CEO of Argentum, to discuss the history and evolution of Argentum, and how it's making an impact to our senior living industry. James discusses active steps Argentum has taken to help communities navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as other initiatives Argetum has implemented to impact and enhance our industry.  To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie leverages over 22+ years of senior living valuation, investment, and operations to share effective strategies to accurately project the financial performance of any senior living community. To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie discusses the top 10 senior living investment characteristics. This includes the most appealing investment characteristics in active adult,lifestyle living, independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing / long-term care. To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].  

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie discusses the current market analysis, development, and design trends in the emerging Lifestyle Living product of Senior Living with Jon Cruse, EVP at JLL. We discuss calculating appropriate supply/demand, competitive sets, development costs, operations, and why this new product is receiving so much interest. Jon Cruse can be reached at 214-396-5463, [email protected]. To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie discusses COVID-19 challenges currently facing senior living operators with Shelley Kaiser, COO of SRI Management. We discuss COVID-19 health and safety procedures, sales and marketing strategies, staffing, company culture, community outreach, resident engagement, and so much more. SRI Management can be reached at www.srimgt.com or 850-583-7990. To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie and CEO of Bild & Co., Traci Bild, discuss how the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting the senior living industry. We discuss specific marketing strategies, staffing, expense management, and creative ways to maintain resident engagement. Traci can be reached at 813-390-3349 (text/cell), [email protected], and www.bildandco.com.  To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment, senior living brokerage, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie and Charlie Bissell discuss the history and past trends within the senior living industry. Scott and Charlie cover topics on the history of senior living design, operations, valuation, investment, and many more. Charlie Bissell can be reached at [email protected]. To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie discusses finding the best senior living operator partnership. In addition, Scott reviews some other key documents including optimal senior living management agreements, senior living development agreements, and transitional services agreements. To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie showcases the best of 2019. There were some amazing guests that shared their expertise and passion for senior living. This episode captures some of the best conversations of the year.  To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].    

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie and Jared Beckmann, VP of Culinary and Dining Services at Resort Lifestyle Communities discuss the latest trends in senior living dining and culinary experiences. Resort Lifestyle Communities can be contacted at www.rlcommunities.com.  To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie Greg Hunteman, President of Pi Architects,discuss the latest senior living design trends. We discuss the history of senior living design, how the regulations and operations play an role in design planning, the latest design trends in senior living, and the future of senior living design and space planning. Pi Architects can be contacted at www.piarch.com.  To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].  

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie discusses the top 10 ways to increase and enhance the net operating income at any senior living community.  To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie discusses the latest and hottest new product in the senior living industry. Described as active adult, or independent living light, this new product has some distinctions that separate it from other real estate. Scott summarizes this product, discusses some of the benefits and risks, and discusses some proper design and underwriting techniques to project the financial performance and valuation. To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie discusses the history and uses of the RIDEA structure, and how it is used in senior living today. The RIDEA structure is used by Healthcare REITs, with a third-party operator, to participate in the NOI of the senior living community. This allows for much more sophisticated investing in the senior living industry.  To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].

In this episode, show host Scott McCorvie and Ben Firestone, Senior Managing Director at Blueprint Healthcare Real Estate Advisors discusses the current senior living transaction marketplace. Blueprint can be found at www.blueprinthcre.com. To learn more about Enhance Senior Living and their senior living investment brokerage, asset management, operational improvement solutions visit their website enhanceseniorliving.com or contact show host Scott McCorvie at [email protected].