Assisted Living Market

Global Assisted Living Market Size (2024 to 2032)

The size of the global assisted living market was worth USD 267.06 billion in 2023. The global market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 6.4% from 2024 to 2032 and be worth USD 466.75 billion by 2032 from USD 284.15 billion in 2024. 

People who require carers' support can opt for a gentle, warm, compassionate environment to live in. A housing facility known as an assisted living facility or home is where elderly folks, people with disabilities, or those unable to live independently get particular care services. In addition, the old age might find several locations that offer various catering services. It's like a place for the elderly, those with chronic illnesses, and those who are mentally or physically ill to feel comfortable and receive help with day-to-day activities. The services for assisted living include everything from 24/7 hospital care to every personal care like eating, bathing, changing clothes, etc. Professionals are appointed to do each of these activities for the patients, and these professionals also provide great moral support to the patients. In recent times, when populations don't have enough time to take proper care of or give adequate attention to the vulnerable persons of their families, assisted living has been a great help. 

MARKET DRIVERS

Lack of time to attend to the severely ill and elderly to propel assisted living market expansion.

In recent times, when economic surges and inflation are an everyday occurrence in the world, it has become essential for as many members of a family as possible to work, especially adults. However, between managing a full-time job, catering to their own families (if they are married), and managing everyday chores in general, it becomes challenging for a person to take care of and pay continuous attention to the person of requirements at home. This stressful environment is pushing the demand for assisted living services and houses, which can help maintain the patient health and give the family a sense of relief. In some cases, the elderly don’t live with the kids and need assistance, which is when young adults opt for a caretaker.

Countries such as Japan and Sweden, where the average longevity of the population is more extended and awareness of the convenience and cost-effectiveness given by assisted living facilities, also serve as an important market for assisted living homes. In addition, reimbursements provided for services, Medicaid and Medicare health regulations, the tendency of nuclear families in emerging nations, and compact housing in metropolitan regions are propagating the market expansion. Furthermore, modern amenities, including eating, cleaning, and healthcare available in assisted living facilities, are pushing the market growth.

Additionally, the growing geriatric population worldwide, government support and investments in building facilities for the disabled and elderly, and the ever-increasing cases of chronic and life-threatening diseases are other factors driving the progress of the assisted living market.

MARKET RESTRAINTS

Many countries worldwide believe in living together as a family, and this mindset could be a drawback for the assisted living market. Furthermore, the market expansion is further inhibited by the high costs of payments associated with assisted living which many middle and low-economy countries cannot afford.

REPORT COVERAGE

SEGMENTAL ANALYSIS

Global Assisted Living Market Analysis By Facility Type

• Community-Based Residential Facility
• Residential Care Apartment Complex
• Adult Family Home

Based on the facility type, the adult family home segment is expected to have the most significant growth rate during the forecast period. The high prevalence of this segment can be attributed to the fact that most people needing assisted living are adults looking for a loving and caring family environment.

Community-based residential living is also expected to grow because living in groups and having people to make friends with is more mentally calming than living alone.

Global Assisted Living Market Analysis By Service

• Monitoring Medication
• Housekeeping
• Personal Care (Bathing and Dressing)
• Cooking
• Others

The personal care segment is expected to account for the largest share of the global assisted living market during the forecast period. The dominance of this segment can be credited to the preference for better personal care people. Personal hygiene and maintenance are essential to keeping a person healthy and active, and people who need assisted living often cannot take care of themselves. Therefore, personal care activities, such as dressing up, bathing, walking, and others, are essential to keep the mind and the body active.

The monitoring medication segment is also expected to grow at a healthy CAGR due to the importance of proper healthcare for the severely ill.

Global Assisted Living Market Analysis By Gender

• Men
• Women

Based on gender, the women segment led the market in 2023. This is because women are more prone to several biological problems that only occur in female physiology, which has helped the segment to register dominance. In addition, women are claimed to be more emotionally intelligent and may require a good community of people to live peacefully.

Global Assisted Living Market Analysis By Age

• Less Than 65 Years
• 65-74
• 75-84
• More Than 85 Years

Based on the age group, the 75-84 years segment was the most dominant age group in the market in 2023. This is because the in-between age group is more prone to various diseases and thus may need to be assisted living services.

REGIONAL ANALYSIS

• North America
• Europe 
• Asia Pacific
• Latin America
• Middle East and Africa

The North American assisted living market dominated the market for assisted living worldwide in 2023 due to several factors such as providing rehabilitative services, high-quality care, increasing frequency of target illnesses, and increasing use of assisted living. In addition, long-established nuclear family patterns in countries like the U.S. and Canada, expanding senior population wanting companionship, technological advancements for ALFs, the creation of complex yet user-friendly tools and services, and older adults living independently are further accelerating the growth of the assisted living market. Therefore, the market in the region is expected to rise on top of all the other areas.

The Asia-Pacific assisted living market is also expected to show significant CAGR during the forecast period due to the emigration to other nations for jobs, a large elderly population, and increasing nuclear family patterns in traditional civilizations; for instance, countries such as China, India, and Japan are driving the markets dominance in the region. In addition, the European assisted living market is also on the rise owing to the latest developments in healthcare settings in countries like the U.K., Germany, and France.

KEY MARKET PLAYERS

There are many emerging organizations providing assisted living services. Some of the major players in the global assisted living market are Emeritus Corporation, Genesis Healthcare, HCR Manor Care, Sunrise Senior Living, Extendicare, Brookdale Senior Living, Atria Senior Living, Genesis Healthcare, Golden Living, and Merrill Gardens.

RECENT MARKET DEVELOPMENTS

• In September 2022, the grand launch of an opulent new senior care facility in Craven County is scheduled, unlike anything ever seen there. The Viridian is a resort-style senior living facility with the ambiance of a luxury hotel that offers round-the-clock medical and care services. It is situated at 3003 Waterscape Way in Carolina Colours.
• 'A hero pay' initiative of $500 million has been effectively delivered for assisted living and other workers. Minnesota's frontline workers can now apply for their share of the pay. The employers are tasked with posting a notice and informing the workers about the bonus they can receive. This is a big step towards appreciating assisted living employees.
• The union township has approved a rezoning request for an assisted living facility expansion. Services and support for the elderly, which are comprehensive, are provided in the community, and provisions for more indoor facilities like rezoning parcels and outdoor open spaces for residents are being approved by the union.