Brookdale's Communities' Residents and Employees are Included as a Top Priority for COVID-19 Vaccination

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Brookdale Senior Living (NYSE: BKD) announced its communities are prioritized for the COVID-19 vaccine distribution by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. This decision aims to protect over one million individuals in senior living communities, recognizing them as a vulnerable population. Brookdale's CEO, Cindy Baier, emphasized their commitment to resident safety and their partnership with CVS Health for the vaccination rollout. The company operates 726 communities across 44 states, serving around 65,000 residents. More information can be found on their website.

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NASHVILLE, Tenn., Dec. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Brookdale Senior Living Inc. (NYSE: BKD) announced today that its communities have been included in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' first priority phase for receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.

On behalf of the more than one million individuals living in senior living communities across the U.S., Brookdale is pleased that the CDC and its Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) has prioritized residents and staff members of long-term care facilities in the first phase of the COVID-19 vaccine distribution. Ensuring residents and staff are among the first to receive the vaccine will help limit the spread of this virus in one of the most vulnerable populations.

Brookdale has created a special webpage and will be using its social media channels and other digital channels to help spread the news about the first priority phase for receiving the COVID-19 vaccine. Please visit www.brookdale.com 

Lucinda "Cindy" Baier, Brookdale's President and Chief Executive Officer, said, "We have been a leader in advocating for senior housing residents and staff to be part of the first priority for the COVID-19 vaccination. As the largest senior living company in the U.S., Brookdale will be able to have a significant impact on helping our nation's seniors. While final details are still being formulated, we are teaming up with CVS Health, with whom we have a longstanding relationship, to offer, as soon as available, on-site vaccinations to our residents and community staff, and we have registered all of our communities for the program." She continued, "With our decades of clinical expertise in the industry, we are dedicated to the ongoing safety, clinical education and overall well-being of our residents and community staff members through this vaccination program and beyond."

 About Brookdale Senior Living

Brookdale Senior Living Inc. is the leading operator of senior living communities throughout the United States. The Company is committed to providing senior living solutions primarily within properties that are designed, purpose-built and operated to provide the highest-quality service, care and living accommodations for residents. Brookdale operates and manages independent living, assisted living, memory care and continuing care retirement communities, with 726 communities in 44 states and the ability to serve approximately 65,000 residents as of September 30, 2020. The Company also offers a range of home health, hospice and outpatient therapy services to over 17,000 patients as of that date. Brookdale's stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol BKD.

Contact: Media Relations, 615-564-8666, media.relations@brookdale.com

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FAQ

What is the significance of Brookdale Senior Living being prioritized for the COVID-19 vaccine?

Brookdale's prioritization allows over one million residents and staff in senior living communities to receive the vaccine early, helping mitigate virus spread.

What role does CVS Health play in Brookdale Senior Living's vaccination program?

CVS Health is partnering with Brookdale to provide on-site vaccinations for residents and staff as soon as the vaccine becomes available.

How many communities does Brookdale Senior Living operate?

Brookdale operates 726 senior living communities across 44 states, serving approximately 65,000 residents.

When was this vaccination priority announced for Brookdale Senior Living?

The announcement was made on December 8, 2020.

What is the ticker symbol for Brookdale Senior Living?

Brookdale Senior Living is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol BKD.