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Omega Buys Louisiana-Based CommCare’s 244-Bed Nursing Homes; Capital Funding Group Closes $19.8M Financing for Virginia SNF
Capital Funding Group (CFG) successfully closed a significant $19.8 million bridge-to-HUD loan, marking a strategic move in the acquisition of a 120-bed skilled nursing facility in Virginia.
“The successful closing of this financing underscores our leadership in the bridge-to-HUD lending industry,” said CFG Managing Director, Real Estate Finance, Tim Eberhardt, in a press release. “With more than 30 years of offering a one-stop-shop lending experience, we have a competitive edge and embrace our entrepreneurial approach to simplify the loan process, so our clients can seamlessly grow their businesses to reach their goals.”
The financial landscape of the acquisition was reshaped on December 28, 2023, with the completion of the bridge-to-HUD loan, CFG said in a press release. This funding played a pivotal role in activating an in-the-money purchase option, ensuring a smooth acquisition process.
This financial milestone comes on the heels of CFG’s recent announcement of the closure of a $9.5 million HUD loan, a move that supported the refinancing of an existing bridge loan executed by CFG. The refinancing transaction was instrumental in supporting a 173-bed skilled nursing facility in Pennsylvania.
Omega Healthcare REIT Acquires Louisiana-Based Skilled Nursing Facilities in All-Cash Transaction
CommCare, a Louisiana-based nonprofit organization, closed an all-cash transaction with Omega Healthcare REIT and operator Venza Care for a two-property bundle comprising 244 licensed skilled nursing beds.
The cash-flowing properties, located in Center Point and Jonesville, Louisiana, have been performing at stable levels with 244 licensed skilled nursing beds, Blueprint, which facilitated the transactions, said in a press release.
The transaction comes on the heels of the state of Louisiana’s Medicaid rates rebasing, which took effect on July 1, 2023, and resulted in consolidated EBITDAR across the two assets reaching $3 million.
PointClickCare Technologies Acquires American HealthTech, Expanding Its Footprint in Post-Acute Care
PointClickCare Technologies announced the acquisition of American HealthTech, Inc. (AHT), a subsidiary of Computer Programs and Systems, Inc. (CPSI).
CPSI, a community healthcare solutions company listed on NASDAQ under the ticker symbol CPSI, chose PointClickCare as the technology partner to continue supporting AHT customers after deciding to divest AHT as part of its ongoing business transformation. In a press release, they said this move aligns with CPSI’s vision to ensure a seamless transition for AHT customers and maintain their success in the evolving healthcare landscape.
Chris Fowler, President and CEO of CPSI, expressed confidence in PointClickCare.
“PointClickCare and AHT share similar cultures and values, making this an ideal fit for AHT, its clients, and employees,” he said in a press release.
Claire Stephens, Senior Vice President of Post-Acute Care at American HealthTech, emphasized the commitment to providing the best-in-class solutions for AHT customers.
“We are confident that PointClickCare is the right choice and trusted partner to guide AHT customers into the future, empowering them to deliver the highest quality of care,” she said in a press release.
Wisconsin Healthcare Portfolio Acquisition Bolstered by Favorable Reimbursement Rates
A Wisconsin-focused owner-operator acquired the Dove Healthcare portfolio. The portfolio, located throughout the State of Wisconsin, comprises eight assets with a total of 526 beds/units dedicated to skilled nursing and assisted living.
Blueprint, which facilitated the sale, said the acquisition positions the new owner as a dominant player in the region, with operational synergies and a significant market share.
The Dove Healthcare portfolio includes 304 licensed skilled nursing beds, 104 Residential Care Apartment Complex (RCAC) units, and capacity for 118 Community-Based Residential Facility (CBRF) residents.
Blueprint said the due diligence period for the acquisition coincided with significant statewide Medicaid reimbursement rate enhancements in Wisconsin, effective July 1st, 2023.
This development, coupled with rate increases for private pay RCAC/CBRF residents ranging from 8% to 15% as of October 1st, 2022, has generated substantial revenue upside for the acquirer. These favorable financial conditions have also facilitated the negotiation of attractive financing terms.
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Louisiana has the highest incidence of prostate cancer in the nation. See the parish data.
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in American men, with an estimated 333,830 new cases and 36,320 deaths projected for 2026 for the disease, according to the American Cancer Society.
In the U.S., there are approximately 116 new prostate cancer cases per 100,000 people annually. Louisiana has the highest prostate cancer incidence rate in the country at 147.2 cases per 100,000 — a rate that has been steadily rising since 2014, according to data from the National Cancer Institute.
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These parishes had the highest rates, in cases per 100,000, of prostate cancer from 2018 to 2022, in descending order:
- West Feliciana Parish with 218.6 cases per 100,000;
- Iberville Parish with 182.3 cases per 100,000;
- Bienville Parish with 179.7 cases per 100,000;
- West Baton Rouge Parish with 179.4 cases per 100,000;
- Vermillion Parish with 176.5 cases per 100,000;
- Iberia Parish with 173.8 cases per 100,000;
- East Baton Rouge Parish with 173.6 cases per 100,000;
- East Carroll Parish with 172.9 cases per 100,000;
- East Feliciana Parish with 166.3 cases per 100,000;
- Tangipahoa Parish with 166.2 cases per 100,000;
- St. Martin Parish with 166 cases per 100,000;
- Jackson Parish with 165.3 cases per 100,000;
- and Lincoln Parish with 165.1 cases per 100,000.
These parishes had the lowest rates, in cases per 100,000, of prostate cancer from 2018 to 2022, in ascending order:
- Cameron Parish with 101 cases per 100,000;
- Evangeline Parish with 102.7 cases per 100,000;
- Union Parish with 106.9 cases per 100,000;
- Winn Parish with 108.2 cases per 100,000;
- Vernon Parish with 109.4 cases per 100,000;
- Grant Parish with 109.7 cases per 100,000;
- Franklin and La Salle parishes with 111 cases per 100,000;
- St. Bernard Parish with 113.9 cases per 100,000;
- Tensas Parish with 115.2 cases per 100,000;
- Terrebonne Parish with 117.5 cases per 100,000;
- Washington Parish with 121.1 cases per 100,000;
- Livingston Parish with 122.8 cases per 100,000;
- Sabine Parish with 122.9 cases per 100,000;
- Bossier Parish with 123.7 cases per 100,000;
- and La Fourche Parish with 124.8 cases per 100,000.
Data represents an annual average for all stages of prostate cancer.
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Shavers leads ULM past Louisiana 79-63
PENSACOLA, Fla. — Marcavia Shavers posts 21 points and 13 rebounds to lead ULM Warhawks women’s basketball past Louisiana 79-63 in the Sun Belt Conference tournament.
ULM (15-15, 7-11 Sun Belt) took control early, outscoring Louisiana 17-7 in the first quarter and extending the lead to 41-21 by halftime. The Warhawks never trailed and led by as many as 28 points in the second quarter.
Shavers anchored the inside for ULM, finishing 9-of-15 from the field with 13 rebounds. Jazmine Jackson added 17 points off the bench, knocking down four 3-pointers, while J’Mani Ingram scored 16 points and dished out six assists.
ULM shot 46.9% from the field and held a 42-27 advantage on the boards. The Warhawks also converted Louisiana turnovers into 29 points and scored 26 second-chance points.
Louisiana (5-26, 2-16 Sun Belt) was led by Mikaylah Manley with 18 points and Imani Daniel with 17 points and seven rebounds. Amijah Price chipped in 12 points.
After struggling early, Louisiana shot better in the second half, scoring 42 points after the break. However, the early deficit proved too much to overcome.
ULM advances in the Sun Belt tournament, while Louisiana closes its season with the loss.
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State Treasurer John Fleming accuses Jeff Landry of interfering in Louisiana Senate race
BATON ROUGE (KNOE) – Louisiana State Treasurer John Fleming is accusing Governor Jeff Landry of interfering with the state Senate race, which Fleming is a part of.
Fleming took to social media to accuse Landry of working “behind the scenes” to get Congresswoman Julia Letlow elected to the Senate.
According to Fleming, Dr. Ralph Abraham offered him the position of Deputy Director of the CDC shortly before announcing he was stepping down. Fleming said he politely declined.
A week later, news broke that Abraham is now leading Letlow’s Senate campaign.
“We know that Jeff has been heavily lobbying the Trump campaign team for the endorsement, he is pressuring the Republican Party of Louisiana and the Republican Executive Committees to support and endorse Letlow as well,” Fleming wrote on Facebook. “And, he is personally calling his donors to raise big money to save the Letlow campaign.
Landry formally endorsed Letlow for the U.S. Senate on March 4. Letlow also has the endorsement of President Donald Trump.
“We need a warrior who stands with the President to Make America Great. And there’s no greater warrior than a Louisiana mom,” Landry wrote on Facebook.
Fleming continued his commentary, asking when Landry will stop interfering with the state’s Senate race.
“Who is best to decide who represents you in Washington? Jeff Landry, or YOU?” Fleming asked.
Also in the heated race is incumbent Bill Cassidy, M.D.
Party primary elections in Louisiana are set for May 16, 2026.
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