The $15 Dilemma: How Rising Wages are Putting Unprecedented Pressure on Senior Living

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The Cost of Care: How Senior Living Is Reinventing Itself Under Wage Pressure

Rising wages, workforce shortages, and aging demographics are pushing the senior living industry toward a crossroads. Labor costs already make up over 60% of expenses—and state mandates like California’s $25/hr minimum wage for healthcare workers are setting a new baseline. Yet, forward-thinking operators aren’t just trimming costs—they’re transforming how care is delivered.

From AI-driven documentation and predictive analytics to flexible staffing models and tech-powered efficiency, senior living is stepping into its next era. Here’s how smart operators are not only surviving—but thriving.

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Read the full piece on what’s changing—and what it means for the future of care: https://tinyurl.com/39hmhsu6

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