Welcome to Bridge the Gap with hosts Lucas McCurdy and Joshua Crisp. A podcast dedicated to informing, educating and influencing the future of housing and services for seniors.
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Listeners of Bridge the Gap: The Senior Living Podcast that love the show mention: lucas, josh,The Bridge the Gap: The Senior Living Podcast is an incredible resource for anyone involved in the senior living industry. This podcast provides valuable information, tips, and insights to help professionals better serve seniors. I am grateful for the team that puts this podcast on, as they consistently provide the latest industry news and bring on a variety of guests who share their expertise. This show has become my go-to source for staying informed and educated about the senior living industry.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is the wide range of guests they bring on. From industry leaders to innovators and advocates, each guest provides a unique perspective and valuable insights into various aspects of senior living. The hosts do a fantastic job interviewing these guests and bringing out the best from them. Additionally, the podcast covers a diverse range of topics, from business strategies to caregiving techniques, keeping it fresh and relevant.
Another great aspect of this podcast is its commitment to promoting and spreading awareness about the amazing work happening in long-term care. It highlights current news and industry trends, giving listeners a glimpse into the positive impact senior living communities have on seniors' lives. This helps create a sense of community within the industry and encourages collaboration and innovation.
As with any podcast, there may be some minor drawbacks. One possible improvement could be having more episodes focused specifically on certain aspects of senior living. While the podcast covers a wide range of topics, diving deeper into specific areas could provide even more value for listeners who are seeking expertise in those particular areas.
In conclusion, The Bridge the Gap: The Senior Living Podcast is an invaluable resource for anyone involved in or interested in the senior living industry. It offers up-to-date information, insightful interviews, and inspiring stories that educate and inspire professionals to better serve seniors. I am grateful for this podcast's dedication to supporting and promoting the senior living industry through its informative content.
Listen as Kevin Colley, Head of at Sales Bridge Senior Living, sits down to discuss where we've gone wrong in sales, and how new technology is giving senior living a chance to course correct. Hear insights on AI, embracing new tech, and becoming one of the biggest industries. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
Sage addresses operational opportunities to modernize senior care. Raj Mehra, CEO and Co-founder of Sage, in partnership with Michael Pittore, Co-CEO of Agemark Senior Living, announce a new product line, Sage Detect. The AI-driven innovation addresses real challenges that operators face daily. Hear more from Raj on Ep. 317.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
From the 2025 Aline Innovation Summit, Del Reed, VP of Sales at Oxford Senior Living, discusses how Oxford is using new programs to receive crucial data to stay on top of lead trends and learn the resident story during the sales process. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTok
From a social worker to trusted industry advisory, Suzy Koenig, CEO of SAK Management Services, discusses her journey as an administrator and then owner. With a knack for turnarounds, Suzy shares her experience in assisting with distressed assets and solving problems on behalf of communities through receivership. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.
How can a community make sure their residents are cared for, families are communicated with, and team members aren't burnt out? Tune in as Bryant McCann of Sage shares how their platform provides key pieces of data that equip operators to see the big picture of their community and promote seamless operations.Sage is a sponsor of Bridge the Gap. This podcast was recorded at the 2025 ASHA Annual Meeting. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.
“Survive until 2025” embodied the essence of a challenging period and the hope for brighter days ahead. Now that 2025 has arrived, Arick Morton, CEO of NIC MAP, shares insights and the state of capital and growth outlook for the industry. Hear the 2024 recap and Q1 report with Kyle Gardner HERE.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
Technology is transforming the senior living industry, but how is it impacting caregivers, residents, and families? In this episode of Bridge The Gap, Dave Blanchard, OD/Strategic Business Development at Hamilton CapTel, returns to discuss how digital solutions enhance caregiving, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen communication between residents, families, and providers.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
While at the 2025 Aline Innovation Summit, Josh and Lucas sat down with new CEO of Aline, Brandon Logsdon, to discuss the direction of Aline, and how they're moving towards a connected ecosystem of programs to help deliver on promises and unify the industry with the Aline data.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
How do you market your brand to your team members? Sara McVey, CEO of Sequoia Living, says it's all about the culture you create. Listen as she breaks down how operators can balance mission, margin, and culture to deliver the best outcomes to residents, families, and teams.A special thanks to our BTG Ambassador, Paula Gomez, from Sequoia Living for connecting us with Sara.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
Consolidating essential care tech into one, optimized ecosystem is how Mike Wang, former Green Beret and cardiothoracic nurse, and Founder and Chief Clinical Officer of Inspiren, is working to make his revolutionary tech the standard across senior living. Listen as Mike discusses how his devices are created with caregivers in mind that provide actionable data to help inform optimized operations. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
What if we changed the way we thought about H.R.? For Paul Jarvis, EVP of Sales & Marketing, Procare HR, it's his job to answer this question. Tune in as he shares Procare HR's approach to human resources that breaks the mold and helps communities thrive.Hear episodes from Procare HR about labor management, data, and more!Produced by Solinity Marketing.Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
Building a dream team to help navigate distressed assets in the seniors housing industry is what Tony Yousif, Co-founder of Senior Living Advisors, is leading. Tony highlights the complexities of our sector, the challenges posed by rising interest rates and operating costs, and the opportunities for innovation in senior living transactions.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
Communication, coaching, and life lessons, Jesse Marinko, CEO and Founder of Phoenix Senior Living and Partners Development Group. He shares why an alignment of partners, discipline in portfolio growth, and data review are essential for productive and innovative operations.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.This podcast was recorded at the 2025 ASHA Annual Meeting. Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
Data and insights shed light on the power of technology in value-based care. Satish Movva, Founder and CEO of CarePredict joins Josh and Lucas to discuss how CarePredict's data is changing the way communities operate. Hear about the exciting new development of CarePoint, a location-aware, camera-free platform that automatically activates when a caregiver enters and exits a resident's room. Tune in for all the details.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
Pioneering female seniors housing leader and proud mother of two Green Berets, Kathryn Burton Gray, Founding Partner at Seniors Capital, shares insights into the history of capital markets from her 35+ years of industry experience. She also discusses trends in real estate development, operations, and services, as well as how the new administration plans to address economic deficits that will impact the seniors housing industry. This podcast was recorded at the 2025 ASHA Annual Meeting. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
Repositions, labor challenges, and interest rate updates from Aron Will, Vice President and Co-Head of National Senior Housing at CBRE Capital Markets. Don't miss this conversation about the pendulum swing from 2020 to 2025 and where the real estate market is headed into this year.Hear Aron on ep. 266.This podcast was recorded at the 2025 ASHA Annual Meeting. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
A recap of 2024 discussing occupancy and absorption rates, the impact from a new Administration, and economic factors such as interest rates and construction costs affecting the industry. Kyle Gardner, COO of NIC MAP, shares the current state of senior housing.NIC MAP is an exclusive sponsor of Bridge the Gap. Register for the NIC Spring ConferenceThis podcast was recorded at the 2025 ASHA Annual Meeting. Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.Mentioned in this episode:NIC Spring ConferenceRegister for NIC Spring Conference here.NIC Spring Conference
Hearing loss is one key reason aging adults face social isolation. Anne Girard, Director of Sales and Marketing at Hamilton CapTel, shares details on the importance of providing outlets for seniors to connect again through closed captioning technology.Learn more about Hamilton CapTel.Register for the NIC Spring ConferenceProduced by Solinity Marketing.Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.Mentioned in this episode:NIC Spring ConferenceRegister for NIC Spring Conference here.NIC Spring Conference
When the resident journey meets data, operators gain insights from prospects during the sales cycle. Erin Hayes, President of Aline and Evan Friedkin, Head of Business Development at Roobrik, share about the merger announcement and what customers can expect from the combined powerhouse.This podcast was recorded at the 2025 ASHA Annual Meeting. Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
Entrepreneur and promoter of the industry, Matt Reiners, Chief Growth Officer at Parasol Alliance, shares leadership tips, how to simplify technology adoption, a vision for enhancing connection through tech, and the future of senior living technology.Download whitepaper.Listen to the Connecting the Dots podcast.Recorded at the Hamilton CapTel booth at the LeadingAge Annual Meeting.Register for the NIC Spring ConferenceProduced by Solinity Marketing.Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.Mentioned in this episode:NIC Spring ConferenceRegister for NIC Spring Conference here.NIC Spring Conference
Fortune 500 event planner turns senior living activities professional. Courtney Russell, Lifestyle Program Director at LiveWell Group, shares why programming is the backbone of resident engagement.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Register for the NIC Spring ConferenceSponsored by Accushield, Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
In this episode of Bridge the Gap, recorded at the LeadingAge Annual Meeting in Nashville, Scott Code, Vice President, Center for Aging Services Technologies (CAST) at LeadingAge, shares insights into the evolving role of technology in senior living, discussing the challenges operators face and the strategies they can adopt to stay ahead.Recorded at the Hamilton CapTel booth.Register for the NIC Spring ConferenceProduced by Solinity Marketing.Sponsored by Accushield, Aline, NIC MAP Vision, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.Mentioned in this episode:NIC Spring ConferenceRegister for NIC Spring Conference here.NIC Spring Conference
Hear how updated credentialing is helping senior living communities mitigate risk for team members and residents from Charles Mann, Founder and CSO at Accushield. Listen as Josh and Lucas discuss with Charles how creating an alliance to make vendor partnerships better for senior living operators can improve the industry as a whole. This episode was recorded at the NIC Fall Conference.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
Industry legend, Jack York, Chief Story Teller at Talegate, shares his life's motto, passion for telling resident's stories, and his new venture. Hear how the tech entrepreneur is now living out his desire to feature the senior living industry in new ways. Recorded at the Hamilton CapTel booth at the LeadingAge Annual Meeting.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Sponsored by Accushield, Aline, NIC MAP Vision, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
It's a Season 7 recap with BTG founders Josh Crisp, Lucas McCurdy and executive producer Sara Mitchell. They break down tips for new individuals entering the industry, the hot topic in 2024 of “culture,” plus a forecast of topics, episodes, and themes coming in 2025.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.Sponsored by Accushield, Aline, NIC MAP Vision, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
Coming out of a development drought, the industry has an optimistic outlook. Plus, what is the changing demographic and capital market structure for the forecast of seniors housing? Lisa McCracken, Head of Research and Analytics of the National Investment Center for Seniors Housing and Care (NIC), gives a preview of topics including middle market, age tech, capital markets, and active adult at the NIC Spring 2025 Conference.Register for NIC Spring Conference here.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
A next-gen senior living operations platform that combines data and insights for caregivers is key to improve community operations. Lindsey Daugherty, BTG Ambassador and Head of Community at Sage, explores how these innovative tools are shaping the future of senior living, enhancing efficiency, and empowering teams to deliver exceptional care.This episode was recorded at the NIC Fall Conference.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
What does the new presidential administration mean for the seniors housing industry? David Schless, President of ASHA, discusses how members can join advocacy efforts, plus a preview of the 2025 Annual Meeting in Arizona. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
Benchmarks, KPIs and labor management data are crucial for operators to improve HR related challenges for hiring and retaining great employees. Paul Jarvis, Head of Sales and Marketing at Procare HR, shares his perspective on how senior living can increase talent acquisition and retention.This episode was recorded at the NIC Fall Conference.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.
What does it take to lead a thriving 300+ resident community? Find out as Nate Weyand, Executive Director of Querencia Barton Creek, to discuss recruitment challenges, fostering a culture of care, and recent renovations to elevate resident spaces. Join us as we explore the strategies behind exceptional senior living leadership.Watch the Querencia documentary with The Bridge Group Construction.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
As an Alzheimer's gene carrier, taking the fight to the disease is personal for Greg Mason, CEO of SilverAssist, who completed a 444-mile charity cycling fundraiser to spread awareness and raise funds for research, education, support and care. Plus, a passion project of educating endurance athletes on international events turned into Strambecco. Hear insights on how SilverAssist is supporting families and seniors in the later stages of life through Veterans Affairs assistance and advisory services.Consider a donation in the fight against Alzheimer's HERE.Learn about Strambecco rides HERE.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap
Veteran advocate Shari Penner, National Marketing Program Manager of Heroes with Hearing Loss and Hamilton CapTel, discusses the importance of understanding and addressing the impact of hearing loss after military service.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
Increase funnel, attract qualified labor market, and streamline the recruitment process. Corey Fein, Senior Market Specialist at Hireology, shares insights and tips for operators to improve the application process and hiring strategies. This episode was recorded at the NIC Fall Conference.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.Sponsored by Accushield, Aline, NIC MAP Vision, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
There is optimism in the industry as capital begins to open up in the seniors housing industry as we head into the new year. NIC MAP Vision CEO, Arick Morton, discusses the demands and current product availability for new development and acquisition. This episode was recorded at the NIC Fall Conference.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Sponsored by Accushield, Aline, NIC MAP Vision, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
How can operators create excellent resident experiences? Revel Communities COO Danette Opaczewski shares about her rich background in hospitality and the unique perspective on the importance of team retention and how to create high-quality environments that enrich the lives of residents.This episode was recorded at the NIC Fall Conference.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
Enter, depart and returned to senior living is one CEO's journey. Hear from Chris Hollister of Pegasus Senior Living as he shares a pioneer's perspective to current trends and the future of senior living.Hear from Chris Hollister in episode 198.This episode was recorded at the NIC Fall Conference.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Sponsored by Accushield, Aline, NIC MAP Vision, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
A combined perspective and passion on valued based care and resident engagement created a merger of industry technology companies Linked Senior and LifeLoop. BTG Ambassador Charles de Vilmorin and Rob Fisher discuss their insights on how to improve the moments we can create for residents.This episode was recorded at the NIC Fall Conference.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
In light of the 73 million Baby Boomers coming our way, Founder and CEO of The Springs Living, Fee Stubblefield, discusses the importance of building organizational cultures that focus on building relationships, striving for quality outcomes, and prioritizing people over profits.This episode was recorded at the NIC Fall Conference.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.
How does risk mitigation build the trust that will fill your community? Don't miss the answer from Peggy White, National Director of Sales at Accushield, on this week's episode of Bridge the Gap. Listen as she shares expert insights on how Accushield is redefining safety in senior living communities.Sponsored by Accushield, Aline, NIC MAP Vision, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
An Occupational Therapist assistant by trade, Kacie Pritt, Regional Director of Development of HCF Management and BTG Ambassador, shares first-hand tactics and strategies for building occupancy in skilled nursing facilities. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Sponsored by Accushield, Aline, NIC MAP Vision, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Become a sponsor of Bridge the GapConnect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
From master planning to addressing renovation challenges, Michael Fittz, Founder of bldg. Architecture, shares three of the biggest hurdles facing a renovation, conversion or repositioning project. Listen as everyone shares valuable insights from their different perspectives within senior living to offer practical solutions for your next renovation project.Sponsored by Accushield, Aline, NIC MAP Vision, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
What are the secrets to a successful management approach in senior living? Chris Sides, Founder of Senior Solutions Management Group, dives into his philosophy on focusing on the basics of senior care, including the importance of relationships. Plus, Chris shares insights on how his innovative barbecue program has become a cornerstone of community engagement and charitable giving.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.Sponsored by Accushield, Aline, NIC MAP Vision, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
Bridge the Gap is proud to introduce the newest show on the Network: Certify It, the podcast for advancing your career in care. Hear from Barry Davis, President & CEO at Hillcrest Healthcare Communities and Douglas Bryant, Senior Vice President of Learning, Diversity, and Talent at Hillcrest Healthcare, as they discuss how The Mason Center for Healthcare Education aims to educate the future of healthcare by providing courses, education and opportunities.Subscribe to CeritfyIt.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.
Proactive risk management for operators can redefine care and enhance the lives of residents and caregivers. Rebecca Adelman, Esq., entrepreneur and Founder, Adelman Firm, PLLC, Guide Path, LLC and 2024 BTG Ambassador, shares her heart and infectious excitement for the industry as she reflects on her past experiences and hope for the future of senior living. Rebecca is a lawyer, entrepreneur, influencer and thought leader in healthcare, senior living and risk management.Sponsored by Accushield, Aline, NIC MAP Vision, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Join our NewsletterBecome a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
Caregiving can be hard; technology can make it smart. Dushyanth Biyyala, Strategy & Business Development at Sage, shares how modern day operations management systems can change outcomes for communities with data, insights and analytics. This episode was recorded at the ASHA Mid-Year Meeting. Sponsored by Accushield, Aline, NIC MAP Vision, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
Data and technology directly impacts the safety of residents. Listen in as President and CEO/Co-founder at Accushield, Allen Barnes shares operational efficiencies and comprehensive assessments teams should consider when overseeing and monitoring guest traffic in communities.Sponsored by Accushield, Aline, NIC MAP Vision, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
Demographic surge, increasing demand and development pace. Arick Morton, CEO of NIC MAP Vision, discusses these topics plus results from the Senior Housing Market Outlook Report.Read the full report hereSponsored by Accushield, Aline, NIC MAP Vision, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
The 2024 NIC Fall Conference is highlighting pressing topics for the industry and Lisa McCracken, Head of Research and Analytics at NIC, is here to share some of those insights. From middle market to active adult and capital market trends, the Fall Conference in Washington D.C. is where thought leaders will be in September. Register by August 1, 2024 for early bird rates here.Join our NewsletterProduced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.
With a call into the senior living industry, Loren Shook, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board at Silverado, discusses his journey from behavioral health to seniors housing and why he's passionate about dementia and memory care.This episode was recorded at the ASHA Mid-Year Meeting. Join our newsletter!Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.
With over 40 years of industry experience, Arnie Whitman, Founder of SLTC shares details about the business journey of Formation Capital, the purpose of investing in venture capital, and the importance of integration between technology and healthcare into senior living. This episode was recorded at the ASHA Mid-Year Meeting. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.Videos Mentioned by Arnie:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pnbFkElf7gEhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOKXYu15WWx0LZQW5lB-CXQ
With 50 years industry experience, Sue Farrow, Founder of Integral Senior Living shares how senior living has shaped her life, leadership and goals. Plus topics on active adult, affordability and relief efforts for seniors. Plus, Jennifer Prado, Executive Director of Senior Housing Relief for Elders (SHORE) discusses the bridge for subsidizing finances for seniors seeking senior living. This episode was recorded at the ASHA Mid-Year Meeting. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of Bridge the Gap.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.