How We Raised Occupancy from 62% to 90% in 6 Months đĄđ At Shepherd Premier Senior Living, we believe that boutique careâpersonalized, cozy, and human-centeredâis the future of elder care. Our recent turnaround in Sterling, Illinois proves it. When we acquired a 30-bed senior living home in early 2025, it was sitting at just 62% […]
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When I first heard about the Shepherd Senior Living Fund, I was intriguedâbut skeptical. A fund built around boutique 10â20 bed assisted living homes? With a âpeople over profitsâ model in an industry where margins are razor-thin? It sounded more like a philanthropic venture than a serious investment opportunity. But what started as curiosity quickly
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In 2014, Shepherd Senior Living began as a heartfelt solution to a broken system. Our founder, Brandon Schwab, saw firsthand how large, impersonal senior living facilities failed to honor the dignity and needs of aging adults. What started as a mission to create a better experience for one community has since evolved into a sophisticated,
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In a world of sterile senior care and long institutional hallways, we found something differentâsomething personal. A letter from a grateful family said it best: “You changed our momâs final years.” This wasn’t just about clean sheets and scheduled meals. It was about dignity, laughter, companionship, and being truly seen. When families choose Shepherd Premierâs
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At Shepherd Premier Senior Living, we’re not just reshaping elder careâwe’re building cozy, high-touch communities where residents feel truly at home. But donât just take our word for itâhear it from the professionals who refer their clients to us: the case managers. Their voices offer firsthand insight into what makes our homes exceptional đĄ. Genuine
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If youâre investing in a private equity or real estate fundâlike Shepherd Senior Living Fundâunderstanding capital call mechanics is essential. A capital call isnât just a random invoice; itâs a strategic tool that ensures capital is drawn only when necessary and aligned with deal flow, improving fund efficiency and investor returns đ. đ ïž What Is
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As ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) investing grows, senior housing is stepping into the spotlightânot just for its returns, but for its impact. Yet not all senior living is created equal. Investors are shifting away from sterile, big-box facilities toward smaller, personalized homes that prioritize dignity, care quality, and operational transparency. This shift aligns perfectly with
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In the world of boutique senior living, occupancy isnât built on flashy ads or national campaignsâitâs earned, one personal connection at a time. At Shepherd Premier Senior Living, the core engine driving new residents isnât just digital marketing. Itâs trust: trust from families, hospital staff, local clinicians, and neighbors whoâve seen the difference boutique care
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Boutique senior living isn’t just a feel-good missionâit’s becoming a financial engine that could supercharge real estate investment trusts (REITs) đ. With Americaâs aging population booming and institutional investors struggling to find high-yield, low-volatility assets, boutique assisted living homes are emerging as high-performance, human-centered alternatives to “big-box” senior housing. Unlike massive facilities with 100+ beds,
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When it comes to boutique senior living investments, the metrics that matter most arenât just cash-on-cash returnsâthey’re IRR (Internal Rate of Return) and Equity Multiples. These two figures shape investor confidence and long-term strategy. But how do they really function in the context of boutique senior housing? IRR: Timing Is Everything âł In boutique senior
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