LCS Expands its Commitment to Seniors with the Addition of Vi

Today, LCS announced it has entered into a strategic merger agreement to add Vi to its portfolio of communities.  The announcement marks a transformative moment in senior living, bringing together two of the industry’s most renowned and respected senior living brands – LCS and Vi. Vi is a luxury, hospitality-inspired senior living company with more than 3,000 employees serving more than 4,000 residents.  

“Vi’s scale, reputation, and commitment to quality perfectly complement LCS’s legacy of leadership and service—positioning us as the premier owner and operator in the senior living industry,” said Chris Bird, LCS CEO. “More importantly, both organizations share a deep-rooted dedication to integrity, hospitality, and resident-centered care. These shared values will continue to guide us as we create even more exceptional communities for residents to proudly call home.” 

With this transaction, LCS continues its legacy of owning and operating premier Life Plan Communities, deepening its commitment to excellence in serving residents. While the Vi portfolio includes 10 luxury Life Plan Communities, LCS remains dedicated to serving not-for-profit and for-profit life plan and rental communities.   

 “We believe that combining the talent, experience and expertise of the Vi and LCS teams will position us for future growth,” said Gary Smith, Vi’s President, “while providing new opportunities for our employees and the highest level of service and care to our residents.”  

Closing is expected in mid-2026 following regulatory approvals. Until then, both companies will continue to operate independently. Additional details will be shared at a later date.