Argentum Meets with HUD Leadership to Advance Federal Financing Solutions for Senior Living

Industry leaders convene to strengthen federal housing and lending programs and expand access to senior living

Mar. 13, 2026 at 8:34pm

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Argentum, the leading national association representing senior living communities, recently convened industry leaders to meet with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's Federal Housing Commissioner Frank Cassidy. The meeting focused on strengthening federal housing and financing programs to support the development and preservation of senior living communities and improve affordability for older adults.

Why it matters

With a projected shortage of nearly 900,000 senior housing units and $1 trillion in development costs needed, expanding access to senior living is a critical issue. The discussions with HUD aim to ensure federal programs evolve to support innovative, affordable senior living solutions that help older adults live with dignity and independence.

The details

The meeting addressed actionable policy solutions to meet the housing needs of a rapidly aging population, including strengthening and streamlining HUD housing and lending programs, improving loan processing, expanding eligibility for independent living, and supporting the Section 232 Express Lane initiative to accelerate development, attract private capital, and increase affordability for seniors.

  • The meeting was held on March 13, 2026.

The players

Argentum

The leading national association representing senior living communities.

Frank Cassidy

The Federal Housing Commissioner at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

James Balda

The President and CEO of Argentum.

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What they’re saying

“Expanding access to senior living requires collaboration between industry leaders and policymakers. We appreciate HUD's engagement and commitment to strengthening programs that help more seniors access the housing and care they need.”

— James Balda, President and CEO of Argentum

What’s next

Argentum and HUD plan to continue their discussions to further strengthen federal housing and financing programs that support the development and preservation of senior living communities.

The takeaway

By working closely with HUD, Argentum is taking proactive steps to ensure federal programs evolve to meet the growing demand for senior living options and help older adults access the housing and care they need.