In this episode of The Think Small podcast, Todd Petty, Chief Investment Officer of Mainstay Financial Services, shares how the company is tackling one of the biggest challenges in senior living: affordability for the middle market. With a focus on serving seniors who fall between luxury care options and government-supported programs, Mainstay Senior Living acquires and transforms underperforming or distressed properties into high-quality, cost-effective communities. By leveraging a vertically integrated model—handling everything from construction to design in-house—the company is able to significantly lower costs and offer residents a more accessible alternative without sacrificing comfort, care, or experience.

Petty also highlights the deeper impact of senior living communities, emphasizing their role in fostering connection, dignity, and ...