In the coming year, senior housing providers and residents can expect far-reaching changes related to the way that HUD inspects and reviews housing communities. Both physical inspections and file reviews have been adapted during the pandemic and will continue to adapt; at the same time, a comprehensive new HUD approach for physical inspections is on the horizon, impacting the senior housing setting for decades to come.

Help LeadingAge advocate for a robust yet feasible HUD oversight structure for senior housing communities by joining our “HUD Oversight Workgroup”:

• Inform and respond to HUD’s changes to physical inspections and file reviews in senior housing
• Participate in monthly 45 minute small-group discussions with senior housing peers
• Produce actionable input on HUD compliance oversight mechanisms
• Advocate for robust but feasible oversight and accountability structures and supports in HUD housing

Workgroup topics for discussion and HUD feedback will include:

• HUD’s recently proposed physical inspection changes (feedback due by March 15^th)
• Ongoing changes to physical inspection standards in senior housing
• Requirements to self-inspects all units annually and to report electronic self-inspection results
• Applicability of differing inspection and review requirements in properties with mixed financing
• File compliance and maintenance approaches during the pandemic
• Unique needs and characteristics of the senior housing setting

To join the HUD Oversight Workgroup of LeadingAge housing provider members, email jbilowich@leadingage.org. LeadingAge will also soon announce separate workgroups related to internet connectivity, resident services access and coordination, and meal programs.