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Diversified Healthcare Trust (Nasdaq: DHC) reported its financial results for Q4 2020, highlighting a net loss of $16.2 million ($0.07 per share) and normalized funds from operations of $20.5 million ($0.09 per share). The company noted improvements in its Office segment with 99% rent collection, while the SHOP segment experienced a decline in occupancy, averaging 72.2%. DHC has vaccinated over 23,500 residents and staff, and took steps to improve liquidity by amending credit facilities and issuing $500 million in senior notes, addressing significant maturities through 2024.

Diversified Healthcare Trust (Nasdaq: DHC) has announced a public offering of $500 million in 4.375% Senior Notes due in 2031. The settlement is expected on February 8, 2021. Proceeds will be used primarily to redeem $300 million of the 6.75% Senior Notes due 2021 and to prepay a $200 million term loan. DHC’s portfolio includes 407 healthcare properties across the U.S., totaling about 11.6 million square feet and over 30,000 living units. The offering is subject to customary closing conditions.

Diversified Healthcare Trust (Nasdaq: DHC) provided updates regarding the COVID-19 pandemic's impact on its operations. As of January 29, 2021, over 65% of residents and 30% of staff in its senior housing portfolio have been vaccinated. Approximately 93% of communities are open for new admissions, with 3.5% of residents having active COVID-19 cases. Although occupancy declined to 70.7% in December 2020, sales leads surged by 83% since early Q4 2020. DHC also amended its credit agreements, waiving certain financial covenants until June 2022 and allowing for an extension of its revolving credit facility until January 2024.

Diversified Healthcare Trust (Nasdaq: DHC) will release its fourth quarter 2020 financial results after market close on February 24, 2021. A conference call hosted by President Jennifer Francis and CFO Richard Siedel is scheduled for February 25, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. ET, where they will discuss the results. Interested parties can dial in or access the live audio webcast on DHC's website. As of September 30, 2020, DHC's portfolio consisted of 407 properties across 37 states, valued at $8.2 billion, with over 600 tenants, totaling approximately 11.6 million square feet of medical office and life science properties.

Diversified Healthcare Trust (Nasdaq: DHC) announced the characterization of its 2020 dividends for income tax purposes. The company reported a total dividend of $0.43 per share, allocated as $0.25 ordinary income, while $0.15 and $0.01 were distributed in Section 199A and qualified dividends, respectively. Additionally, shareholders received an in-kind distribution valued at $0.25 per DHC share from Five Star Senior Living (Nasdaq: FVE). This release serves as guidance for shareholders for IRS Form 1099-DIV tax reporting.

Diversified Healthcare Trust (Nasdaq: DHC) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.01 per common share, equating to $0.04 annually. This dividend will be paid on February 18, 2021 to shareholders on record as of January 25, 2021. DHC's portfolio includes $8.2 billion in real estate across 407 properties in 37 states, primarily focused on healthcare, encompassing medical offices and senior living units. The company's board considers various factors when setting dividends, and future rates may be adjusted based on performance and cash availability.

Diversified Healthcare Trust (Nasdaq: DHC) will participate in the virtual Capital One Securities REIT Conference on January 12, 2021. The conference will feature President and COO Jennifer Francis and CFO Richard Siedel, who will meet with institutional investors. DHC focuses on high-quality healthcare properties across the U.S., holding a diverse portfolio valued at $8.2 billion. As of September 30, 2020, DHC owned 407 properties nationwide, including medical offices, life sciences properties, and over 30,000 living units.

Diversified Healthcare Trust (Nasdaq: DHC) announced that 30 of its Senior Housing Operating Portfolio communities have been recognized by U.S. News and World Report in its annual list of "Best Nursing Homes." This recognition highlights excellence in resident safety and care amidst pandemic challenges. DHC's portfolio, valued at $8.2 billion as of September 30, 2020, includes 407 properties across the U.S. The company emphasizes its commitment to quality care and resident experience, managed by Five Star Senior Living.

Diversified Healthcare Trust (Nasdaq: DHC) announced that President Jennifer Francis and CFO Richard Siedel will present at Nareit’s REITworld: 2020 Virtual Investor Conference on November 17, 2020, at 1:45 p.m. Eastern Time. Interested attendees can register for the conference through the provided link. DHC is a real estate investment trust focused on high-quality healthcare properties across the U.S., with a portfolio valued at $8.2 billion, consisting of 407 properties across 37 states, and over 30,000 living units.