# EDGAR Filing Document

**Accession Number:** 0001332349
**File Stem:** 0001332349-25-000138
**Filing Date:** 2025-10
**Character Count:** 11038
**Document Hash:** 9ed77b51177942d898bf6925ab86b166
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## Filing Content

## Filing Summary
**0001332349-25-000138.hdr.sgml**: 20251008

**ACCESSION NUMBER**: 0001332349-25-000138

**CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE**: 8-K

**PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT**: 14

**CONFORMED PERIOD OF REPORT**: 20251008

**ITEM INFORMATION**: Results of Operations and Financial Condition

**ITEM INFORMATION**: Regulation FD Disclosure

**ITEM INFORMATION**: Financial Statements and Exhibits

**FILED AS OF DATE**: 20251008

**DATE AS OF CHANGE**: 20251008

**FILER**: 

**COMPANY DATA:**
- **COMPANY CONFORMED NAME:** Brookdale Senior Living Inc.
- **CENTRAL INDEX KEY:** 0001332349
- **STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION:** SERVICES-NURSING & PERSONAL CARE FACILITIES [8050]
- **ORGANIZATION NAME:** 08 Industrial Applications and Services
- **EIN:** 203068069
- **STATE OF INCORPORATION:** DE
- **FISCAL YEAR END:** 1231

**FILING VALUES:**
- **FORM TYPE:** 8-K
- **SEC ACT:** 1934 Act
- **SEC FILE NUMBER:** 001-32641
- **FILM NUMBER:** 251382541

**BUSINESS ADDRESS:**
- **STREET 1:** 105 WESTWOOD PLACE
- **STREET 2:** SUITE 400
- **CITY:** BRENTWOOD
- **STATE:** TN
- **ZIP:** 37027
- **BUSINESS PHONE:** (615) 221-2250

**MAIL ADDRESS:**
- **STREET 1:** 105 WESTWOOD PLACE
- **STREET 2:** SUITE 400
- **CITY:** BRENTWOOD
- **STATE:** TN
- **ZIP:** 37027

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| **UNITED STATES<br>SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION<br>Washington, D.C. 20549** | **UNITED STATES<br>SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION<br>Washington, D.C. 20549** | **UNITED STATES<br>SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION<br>Washington, D.C. 20549** |
| | **FORM** | **8-K** |
| **CURRENT REPORT<br>Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934** | **CURRENT REPORT<br>Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934** | **CURRENT REPORT<br>Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934** |
| Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) | Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) | October 8, 2025 |

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Brookdale Senior Living Inc. <br> (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware 001-32641 20-3068069 <br> (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.)

105 Westwood Place, <u>Suite 400,</u> <u>Brentwood,</u> <u>Tennessee</u> 37027 <br> (Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)

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| Registrant's telephone number, including area code | Registrant's telephone number, including area code | (615) | 221-2250 |
| (Former name or former address, if changed since last report.) | (Former name or former address, if changed since last report.) | (Former name or former address, if changed since last report.) | (Former name or former address, if changed since last report.) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (*see* General Instruction A.2. below): | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (*see* General Instruction A.2. below): | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (*see* General Instruction A.2. below): | &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (*see* General Instruction A.2. below): |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;☐ | Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425) | Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425) | Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;☐ | Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12) | Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12) | Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;☐ | Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b)) | Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b)) | Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b)) |
| &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;☐ | Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c)) | Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c)) | Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c)) |

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**Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:**

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| **Title of each class** | **Trading Symbol(s)** | **Name of each exchange on which registered** |
| Common Stock, $0.01 Par Value Per Share | BKD | New York Stock Exchange |

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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

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**Section 2 - Financial Information** 

**Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition.**

On October 8, 2025, Brookdale Senior Living Inc. (the "Company") issued a press release announcing its consolidated occupancy for September 2025 and certain other information regarding the quarter ended September 30, 2025. A copy of the press release is furnished herewith as Exhibit 99.1.

The information furnished pursuant to this Current Report on Form 8-K (including the exhibit hereto) shall not be considered "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be incorporated by reference into any filing by the Company under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, unless the Company expressly sets forth by specific reference in such filing that such information is to be considered "filed" or incorporated by reference therein.

**Section 7 - Regulation FD**

**Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure.**

The information set forth in Item 2.02 of this report is incorporated herein by reference.

**Section 9 - Financial Statements and Exhibits**

**Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.**

(d) Exhibits

99.1 <u>[Press Release dated October 8, 2025](september2025occupancy.htm)</u>

104 Cover Page interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

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**SIGNATURE**

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

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| | | BROOKDALE SENIOR LIVING INC. | BROOKDALE SENIOR LIVING INC. |
| Date: | October 8, 2025 | By: | /s/ Dawn L. Kussow |
|  |  | Name: | Dawn L. Kussow |
|  |  | Title: | Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer |

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## Exhibit 99.1

![](september 2025occupancy001.jpg)

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Brookdale Reports September 2025 Occupancy Nashville, Tenn., October 8, 2025 – Brookdale Senior Living Inc. (NYSE: BKD) reported today its consolidated occupancy for September 2025. 2024 2025 Occupancy Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Wtd. avg. 79.2% 79.4% 79.5% 79.3% 79.2% 79.3% 79.5% 79.8% 80.0% 80.5% 81.1% 81.8% 82.5% Month end 80.5% 80.8% 80.4% 80.5% 80.6% 80.8% 80.9% 81.0% 81.5% 82.2% 82.6% 83.2% 83.8% September 2025 Observations  September consolidated occupancy results: o Weighted average occupancy of 82.5% increased 330 basis points year-over-year and 70 basis points sequentially. o Month end consolidated occupancy was 83.8%, an increase of 60 basis points sequentially. o Third quarter weighted average consolidated occupancy of 81.8% increased 290 basis points year-over- year and grew 170 basis points sequentially.  September same community occupancy results: o Weighted average occupancy of 82.7% increased 270 basis points year-over-year, driven by both higher move-in activity and lower move-out activity compared to the prior year. Weighted average occupancy increased 40 basis points sequentially. o Month end same community occupancy was 84.0%, an increase of 30 basis points sequentially. o Third quarter weighted average same community occupancy of 82.3% increased 260 basis points year- over-year and grew 150 basis points sequentially reflecting the highest sequential growth since 2022. About Brookdale Senior Living Brookdale Senior Living Inc. is the nation's premier operator of senior living communities. With 623 communities across 41 states and the ability to serve approximately 57,000 residents as of September 30, 2025, Brookdale is committed to its mission of enriching the lives of seniors through compassionate care, clinical expertise, and exceptional service. The Company, through its affiliates, operates independent living, assisted living, memory care, and continuing care retirement communities, offering tailored solutions that help empower seniors to live with dignity, connection, and purpose. Leveraging deep expertise in healthcare, hospitality, and real estate, Brookdale creates opportunities for wellness, personal growth, and meaningful relationships in settings that feel like home. Guided by its four cornerstones of passion, courage, partnership, and trust, Brookdale is committed to delivering exceptional value and redefining senior living for a brighter, healthier future. Brookdale's stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol BKD. For more information, visit brookdale.com or connect with Brookdale on Facebook or YouTube. Mike Grant, VP Investor Relations • (615) 564-8104 • email: Mike.Grant@brookdale.com 76% 78% 80% 82% 84% Sep 2024 Oct Nov Dec Jan 2025 Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Average for Month Month end Wtd. Avg. 3Q 2025 81.8% 2Q 2025 80.1% 1Q 2025 79.3% 4Q 2024 79.4% 3Q 2024 78.9% 2Q 2024 78.1% 1Q 2024 77.9% 4Q 2023 78.4% 3Q 2023 77.6% 2Q 2023 76.5% 1Q 2023 76.3% Brookdale's Consolidated Occupancy Exhibit 99.1

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