From defining your model to mastering integration, here’s what it takes to make assisted living work.

As residents enter retirement villages later in life and with higher care needs, the demand for accommodation options that go beyond traditional independent living is growing.

Assisted living is emerging as a key growth area – but it’s not without its challenges. Village operators and experts say getting it right requires careful planning across design, staffing, service models, and long-term financial sustainability.

Here are seven essential strategies to make assisted living work: