Based in Washington, DC, the American Seniors Housing Association (ASHA) represents the interests of approximately 500 companies involved in the financing, development and operation of the full spectrum of housing and services for older adults – including active adult, independent living, assisted living, memory care, and continuing care (or life plan) communities. ASHA’s members, both for-profit and not-for-profit, collectively own and/or operate approximately 750,000 senior living units in the United States. ASHA is focused on legislative and regulatory advocacy, and the organization supports research and national initiatives that enable older adults to receive high quality services and live with dignity in the setting of their choice.