04/23/2026
A recent report highlights a troubling reality: many nursing homes are owned by real estate investment trusts (REITs), where financial priorities can impact care quality and safety.
These ownership structures often separate the building from the operations, creating pressure to generate profit, sometimes at the expense of staffing, maintenance, and ultimately, resident well-being.
At Senior Justice Law Firm, we see the consequences of these decisions firsthand. Families deserve transparency, accountability, and most importantly, safe and dignified care for their loved ones.
If something doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts.
Read more from NPR and KFF Health News: https://www.npr.org/2026/04/19/nx-s1-5786242/profit-landlord-real-estate-investment-trust-nursing-homes-safety
Real estate investment trusts are landlords for thousands of nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and hospitals. Some select the managers and keep close watch but deny blame for bad care.