Brookdale Reports November 2025 Occupancy
Rhea-AI Summary
Brookdale Senior Living (NYSE: BKD) reported November 2025 occupancy metrics. Consolidated weighted average occupancy was 82.5%, up 300 basis points year-over-year and down 10 basis points sequentially. Same-community occupancy was 82.8%, up 250 basis points year-over-year and down 20 basis points sequentially. Fourth quarter-to-date occupancy is 82.6%, an 80 basis point increase versus the full third quarter of 2025.
Brookdale operates 589 communities across 41 states and serves about 52,000 residents as of November 30, 2025.
Positive
- Consolidated occupancy at 82.5% (+300 bps YoY)
- Same-community occupancy at 82.8% (+250 bps YoY)
- Q4-to-date occupancy at 82.6% (+80 bps vs Q3 2025)
- Scale: 589 communities across 41 states serving ~52,000 residents
Negative
- Consolidated occupancy decreased 10 bps sequentially in November 2025
- Same-community occupancy decreased 20 bps sequentially in November 2025
Key Figures
Market Reality Check
Peers on Argus
BKD was up 1.32% pre-release while peers were mixed: NHC (-2.35%), ARDT (-1.68%), AVAH (+1.09%), PIII (-1.5%), GRDN (+1.78%). Moves do not point to a unified sector trend.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 18 | Leadership change | Positive | -0.8% | Appointed experienced operator Mary Sue Patchett as Chief Operating Officer. |
| Nov 11 | Corporate philanthropy | Positive | +3.0% | Donated $30,000 to Folds of Honor, reinforcing brand and community ties. |
| Nov 06 | Earnings and guidance | Positive | -1.7% | Reported stronger occupancy and cash flow with higher Adjusted EBITDA guidance. |
| Oct 22 | Earnings scheduling | Neutral | +0.2% | Announced dates and details for the Q3 2025 earnings release and call. |
| Oct 08 | Occupancy update | Positive | +0.4% | Reported broad September occupancy gains across consolidated and same‑community metrics. |
Operationally positive updates (occupancy, guidance, corporate initiatives) have sometimes met muted or negative price reactions, indicating mixed alignment between fundamentals and short-term trading.
This announcement builds on a series of operational updates. In Q3 2025, Brookdale reported higher occupancy and a 20.4% rise in Adjusted EBITDA to $111.1M, while raising full‑year guidance. Prior occupancy data for September 2025 showed broad YoY and sequential gains. Corporate developments included naming a new COO effective December 1, 2025 and continued community portfolio reshaping. Today’s November occupancy data extends that focus on filling communities and stabilizing operations.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement updates investors on November occupancy, with consolidated weighted average occupancy at 82.5% and same‑community occupancy at 82.8%. Year‑over‑year gains continue, while sequential moves remain within the historically typical 10–20 basis point decline range. In context of earlier Q3 improvements and raised Adjusted EBITDA guidance, investors may watch whether Q4-to-date occupancy of 82.6% translates into sustained cash‑flow and margin performance.
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., Dec. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Brookdale Senior Living Inc. (NYSE: BKD) reported today its consolidated occupancy for November 2025.
November 2025 Observations
- November consolidated occupancy results:
- Weighted average occupancy of
82.5% increased 300 basis points year-over-year and decreased 10 basis points sequentially. - Historical sequential monthly occupancy change has been a 10 to 20 basis point decline.
- Fourth quarter-to-date occupancy of
82.6% represents an 80 basis point increase over the full third quarter of 2025.
- Weighted average occupancy of
- November same community occupancy results:
- Weighted average occupancy of
82.8% increased 250 basis points year-over-year. Weighted average occupancy decreased 20 basis points sequentially.
- Weighted average occupancy of
About Brookdale Senior Living
Brookdale Senior Living Inc. is the nation's premier operator of senior living communities. With 589 communities across 41 states and the ability to serve approximately 52,000 residents as of November 30, 2025, Brookdale is committed to its mission of enriching the lives of seniors through compassionate care, clinical expertise, and exceptional service. The Company, through its affiliates, operates independent living, assisted living, memory care, and continuing care retirement communities, offering tailored solutions that help empower seniors to live with dignity, connection, and purpose. Leveraging deep expertise in healthcare, hospitality, and real estate, Brookdale creates opportunities for wellness, personal growth, and meaningful relationships in settings that feel like home. Guided by its four cornerstones of passion, courage, partnership, and trust, Brookdale is committed to delivering exceptional value and redefining senior living for a brighter, healthier future. Brookdale's stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol BKD. For more information, visit brookdale.com or connect with Brookdale on Facebook or YouTube.
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