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\"Ebook:<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The 2025 Changemakers series<\/a>, sponsored by Yardi for the seventh consecutive year, shared inspiring stories from senior living visionaries. A newly released ebook offers bonus content you don\u2019t want to miss, including never-before-seen excerpts from each honoree\u2019s interview with Senior Housing News (SHN).<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Download the ebook<\/a>\u00a0to access all the unseen stories from each Changemaker<\/a>. We\u2019ve compiled some advice from two Yardi senior living<\/a>\u00a0clients who were honored this year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cLook outside senior living for inspiration.\u201d<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Amy Silva-Magalhaes<\/a>, chief operating officer of The Bristal Assisted Living<\/a>, pays attention to innovators who change other industries. \u201cI always find inspiration from disruptive brands in other industries.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She also advises that it\u2019s important for senior living providers to hear everyone associated with their communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cStart by listening, not just to residents but also to employees, families and industry peers,\u201d she said. \u201cCollect feedback and identify areas of opportunity before you chart a path forward.\u201d

\u201cInvesting in change takes courage and patience, but the real key is building strong teams who are bought into the mission. Be transparent about why change is happening, involve key stakeholders from the beginning, and provide ample training and support to ensure its success.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDo the research. Know specifically what you want to accomplish and then stick to it.\u201d<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Doug Schiffer<\/a>, president and CEO of Allegro Senior Living<\/a>, encourages providers to draw confidence from their research and well-defined goals so they can stay focused during a time of much-needed change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe process could always be faster, but I think the industry is getting better at recognizing the urgency,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He sees a resurgence in focusing on senior living operations and serving residents, \u201cwhich is a wonderful thing.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs the industry has matured, it has moved a bit from real estate-centered growth to operations-centered growth. There is a renewed focus that while the building components are very important, the ability of the operator to make a difference in the lives of the residents is paramount.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Explore the complete guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

These are just a few of the tips from senior living leaders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get the ebook<\/a> to read all of the bonus insights from this year\u2019s Changemakers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have any questions about how Yardi supports providers with our dynamic senior living software<\/a>, don\u2019t hesitate to schedule time to connect with us<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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