Dr. Chloe Kilman, a double board-certified family physician and geriatrician, and Nick Blanchard, a US Air Force veteran and operations quality control professional.

Together, they are the co-founders of Bloom Homes, a luxury assisted living initiative. In this episode, the duo shares their unique journey into building a 16-bed memory care mansion near Jackson, Mississippi, detailing their motivation, various challenges, and the strategic planning involved in developing specialized senior care facilities.

Discover how their passion for improving quality of life for seniors drives their project and learn from their insights on tackling the senior care housing shortage.

00:00 Introduction

01:39 Professional Backgrounds and Inspirations

02:29 The Concept of Luxury Assisted Living

06:44 Building a Business as a Couple

10:11 Operational Plans and Future Goals

12:22 Designing for Dementia Care

17:14 Mentorship and Support Networks

24:35 Architectural Plans and Review Meetings

25:09 Funding and Investment Opportunities

25:36 Breaking Ground and Project Realization

26:40 Investor Details and Returns

28:46 Operational and Construction Concerns

29:40 Staffing and Caregiving Priorities

32:33 Nick's Role and System Building

36:46 Local Market and Land Acquisition

44:08 Community Impact and Future Plans