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Bridge the Gap Network A Senior Living Podcast

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 older adults in senior living.

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Senior Living’s Labor Crisis And The Fix Operators Are Missing | Matt Strange &Raquo; Mlg3J0Fucr0Hk3Rzgmhice J
Senior Living’s Labor Crisis and the Fix Operators Are Missing | Matt Strange

The senior living workforce conversation is changing fast, and operators who adapt now will have the advantage moving forward. In this episode of Bridge the Gap, Josh and Lucas sit down with Matt Stra…

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The senior living workforce conversation is changing fast, and operators who adapt now will have the advantage moving forward. In this episode of Bridge the Gap, Josh and Lucas sit down with Matt Strange, COO of Procare HR, to unpack the evolving labor landscape in senior housing and what operators must do to attract, retain, and engage frontline teams. Matt shares why predictable scheduling may be one of the biggest hidden drivers of employee retention, revealing ProCare HR’s research around the “14-day scheduling sweet spot” that improves attendance, reduces turnover, and creates workf…

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Why Is Senior Housing Entering A Historic Growth Cycle? | Aron Will &Raquo; Mlg3J0Fucr0Hk3Rzgmhice J
Why Is Senior Housing Entering a Historic Growth Cycle? | Aron Will

Senior housing is no longer a niche asset class; it’s become one of the most talked-about sectors in Real Estate and institutional Investing. On this episode of Bridge the Gap, Aron Will returns to …

Senior housing is no…

Senior housing is no longer a niche asset class; it’s become one of the most talked-about sectors in real Estate and institutional investing. On this episode of Bridge the Gap, Aron Will returns to break down why senior living is entering what he calls a “historic Growth cycle.” Aron explains the powerful convergence of demographics, limited new development, strong occupancy growth, and increasing institutional capital flows driving unprecedented momentum in the sector.Key TopicsWhy senior housing is attracting institutional investorsThe demographic wave driving demand growthOccupancy tr…

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How Nobi Is Transforming Fall Prevention In Senior Living | Roeland Pelgrims &Amp; Stijn Verrept &Raquo; Mlg3J0Fucr0Hk3Rzgmhice J
How Nobi Is Transforming Fall Prevention in Senior Living | Roeland Pelgrims & Stijn Verrept

This week on Bridge the Gap we sit down with the Roeland Pelgrims and Stijn Verrept of Nobi to discuss how Technology is reshaping the future of senior living. The conversation explores the operationa…

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This week on Bridge the Gap we sit down with the Roeland Pelgrims and Stijn Verrept of Nobi to discuss how technology is reshaping the future of senior living. The conversation explores the operational realities caregivers face daily, the challenges senior living operators encounter amid staffing shortages, and why discreet, intelligent technology is critical to the future of Aging services.Key TopicsThe origin story behind Nobi’s smart lighting platformWhy caregiver workflows inspired the company’s missionThe operational burden of fall-related investigationsHow AI-powered fall detection w…

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Evolution Over Revolution: How Ai Is Reshaping Senior Living Technology | Brandon Logsdon &Raquo; Mlg3J0Fucr0Hk3Rzgmhice J
Evolution Over Revolution: How AI Is Reshaping Senior Living Technology | Brandon Logsdon

On this episode of Bridge the Gap, hosts Josh and Lucas sit down with Brandon Logsdon to discuss how technology, AI, and operational alignment are shaping the future of senior living. Brandon reflects…

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On this episode of Bridge the Gap, hosts Josh and Lucas sit down with Brandon Logsdon to discuss how technology, AI, and operational alignment are shaping the future of senior living. Brandon reflects on his first year leading Aline and shares how the company unified six separate organizations into one cohesive culture focused on “elevating the aging experience.”Meet the Hosts:Josh Crisp: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshcrispsocial/Lucas McCurdy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucasmccurdyseniorlivingfan/Connect with Our GuestBrandon Logsdon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-logsdon-325481…

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Redefining Senior Housing Investment Through Collaboration | Michael Bowden &Amp; Shae Portnoy &Raquo; Mlg3J0Fucr0Hk3Rzgmhice J
Redefining Senior Housing Investment Through Collaboration | Michael Bowden & Shae Portnoy

This week on Bridge the Gap, Josh and Lucas sit down with Michael Bowden and Shae Portnoy of LTC REIT to explore how the company is redefining senior housing investment. Moving beyond the traditional …

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This week on Bridge the Gap, Josh and Lucas sit down with Michael Bowden and Shae Portnoy of LTC REIT to explore how the company is redefining senior housing investment. Moving beyond the traditional “landlord” model, LTC is embracing a more collaborative, relationship-driven approach with operators The conversation dives into how LTC’s shift has transformed their company culture, opened doors to best-in-class operators, and created a more dynamic, people-first investment strategy.Key Topics:Why Relationships and trust are central to investment successBreaking the “landlord” stigma i…

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Why Senior Living Is The Most Rewarding Career You’re Overlooking | Justin Ladd &Raquo; Mlg3J0Fucr0Hk3Rzgmhice J
Why Senior Living Is the Most Rewarding Career You’re Overlooking | Justin Ladd

On this episode of Bridge the Gap, Justin Ladd of Arrow Senior Living shares his journey from a young Nursing home trainee to a senior living leader shaping culture, growth, and Innovation across mult…

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On this episode of Bridge the Gap, Justin Ladd of Arrow Senior Living shares his journey from a young nursing home trainee to a senior living leader shaping culture, growth, and innovation across multiple states. Justin dives into the three key pillars driving success in today’s senior living industry: building a strong culture and embracing emerging technologies like AI.Key Topics CoveredThe three pillars of senior living success: culture, operations, and technologyHow AI and data are shaping decision-making in senior livingCreating purpose-driven experiences for residentsThe importance of …

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How To Build The Future Of Senior Living Talent | Nancy Swanger &Raquo; Mlg3J0Fucr0Hk3Rzgmhice J
How to Build the Future of Senior Living Talent | Nancy Swanger

On this episode of Bridge the Gap, Josh and Lucas sit down with Nancy Swanger of the Granger Cobb Institute for Business of Aging at Washington State University. Nancy shares the origin story of the p…

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On this episode of Bridge the Gap, Josh and Lucas sit down with Nancy Swanger of the Granger Cobb Institute for Business of Aging at Washington State University. Nancy shares the origin story of the program and how it has grown into a pioneering academic pathway preparing students for careers in senior living. Nancy highlights the powerful role of purpose-driven work in attracting the next generation. She also discusses how industry collaboration, mentorship, and real-world exposure are key to the program’s success, and why the future of senior housing depends on innovative workforce solutio…

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How To Plan For The Next Wave In Senior Living | Tiffany Karlin &Amp; Robert Zondag &Raquo; Mlg3J0Fucr0Hk3Rzgmhice J
How to Plan for the Next Wave in Senior Living | Tiffany Karlin & Robert Zondag

The senior living industry is on the brink of massive transformation—but are operators truly prepared? In this episode of Bridge the Gap, hosts Josh and Lucas sit down with Tiffany Karlin and Robert…

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The senior living industry is on the brink of massive transformation—but are operators truly prepared? In this episode of Bridge the Gap, hosts Josh and Lucas sit down with Tiffany Karlin and Robert Zondag to unpack the realities behind the much-discussed “silver tsunami.” While many assume Baby Boomers are already filling communities, the data tells a different story: the surge is just beginning.From rising Alzheimer’s rates to workforce shortages and limited new development, the challenges are complex—and urgent. Tiffany and Robert break down why strategic alignment across organiza…

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Navigating Insurance: Risk &Amp; Roi In Senior Living | Ryan Spalding &Raquo; Mlg3J0Fucr0Hk3Rzgmhice J
Navigating Insurance: Risk & ROI in Senior Living | Ryan Spalding

On this episode of Bridge the Gap, Josh and Lucas sit down with Ryan Spalding of Gibson Insurance to unpack one of the most overlooked, but critical, components of senior living operations: insurance …

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On this episode of Bridge the Gap, Josh and Lucas sit down with Ryan Spalding of Gibson Insurance to unpack one of the most overlooked, but critical, components of senior living operations: insurance and risk management. Ryan shares a behind-the-scenes look at the pressures operators face today. He also highlights real-world operator strategies, including creative staffing solutions and embedded technologies that reduce falls and claims.If you're a senior living operator, owner, or executive, this episode offers practical insights into reducing risk, controlling costs, and turning insurance fr…

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Finding The Balance Between Tech &Amp; Human Care In Senior Living | Andrew Gall &Raquo; Mlg3J0Fucr0Hk3Rzgmhice J
Finding the Balance Between Tech & Human Care in Senior Living | Andrew Gall

On this episode of Bridge the Gap, Josh and Lucas sit down with Andrew Gall, Director of Customer Growth at Nobi, to explore how technology is transforming senior living. Andrew shares a unique perspe…

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On this episode of Bridge the Gap, Josh and Lucas sit down with Andrew Gall, Director of Customer Growth at Nobi, to explore how technology is transforming senior living. Andrew shares a unique perspective shaped by both operations and tech and dives into the opportunities of integrating technology into Caregiving environments and the challenge of maintaining human connection.Key Topics CoveredThe evolution from paper-based systems to digital care trackingWhy 2026 is a pivotal year for senior living technologyThe growing role of predictive and preventative careBalancing operational efficiency …

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Is Senior Living Falling Behind On Ai Adoption? | Andrew Smith &Raquo; Mlg3J0Fucr0Hk3Rzgmhice J
Is Senior Living Falling Behind on AI Adoption? | Andrew Smith

What does the future of senior living really look like? In this episode of Bridge the Gap, Andrew Smith, VP of Operations and Innovation at HumanGood, shares a bold vision: transforming senior living …

What does the future…

What does the future of senior living really look like? In this episode of Bridge the Gap, Andrew Smith, VP of Operations and Innovation at HumanGood, shares a bold vision: transforming senior living communities into measurable “laboratories for healthy aging.” Andrew dives into how the industry is evolving beyond social engagement to delivering proven Health outcomes. From AI-driven operational intelligence to cohort-based fitness programs with measurable results, this conversation explores how senior living operators can meet the expectations of a new generation of residents.Key Topics C…

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Designing The New Blueprint For Senior Housing | Rocky Berg &Raquo; Mlg3J0Fucr0Hk3Rzgmhice J
Designing the New Blueprint for Senior Housing | Rocky Berg

Senior living design is evolving rapidly, and architects like Rocky Berg are helping shape what the future looks like. In this episode of Bridge the Gap, Josh and Lucas sit down with Rocky, Principal,…

Senior living design…

Senior living design is evolving rapidly, and architects like Rocky Berg are helping shape what the future looks like. In this episode of Bridge the Gap, Josh and Lucas sit down with Rocky, Principal, Director of Business Development at Three Architecture, to discuss how senior housing design is shifting to meet the expectations of the Boomer Generation. This conversation explores how thoughtful design can elevate the resident experience while balancing operational efficiency and financial realities.Key Topics CoveredHow senior living development is beginning to accelerate againThe influence o…

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