SHHA new partners and members
New partner
European Ageing Network
The European Ageing Network (EAN) encompasses more than 13,000 elderly and social care providers. Members consist of all types of organisations and individuals in the field of ageing and include all types of ownership, such as private for-profit, non-profit and public organisations, committed to improving the quality of life for older persons.
EAN is a truly pan-European organisation, present in 29 countries. It does not stand alone in pursuing its vision, values and mission, as it is a member of the Global Ageing Network (GAN), a worldwide network based in Washington, DC. EAN and GAN bring together experts from around the world, lead educational initiatives and provide a platform for innovative ideas in senior care.
They pave the way to improve practices in the care of older persons, enabling them to live healthier, stronger and more independent lives.
New members
Specht Group
Founded in 1988, the Specht Group is a leading developer, builder and operator of senior living and healthcare real estate in Germany, with over 150 completed projects. Its hybrid model integrates development and operations, ensuring sustainable, high-quality care facilities for institutional and individual investors.
Expanding into Italy, the Specht Group is introducing premium assisted-living projects in Siena, Turin and Lake Garda, with more developments planned across Europe.
With its extensive network of institutional and individual investors, the Specht Group is committed to shaping the future of senior living through sustainable real estate solutions that benefit both residents and investors.
Carterwood
Founded in 2008, Carterwood is a multi-award-winning consultancy dedicated to the social care sector. With a team of industry specialists, the company provides independent, expert analysis to help operators, developers and investors make informed decisions in the elderly care home and retirement-living markets.
Beyond market-leading advisory services, Carterwood offers Carterwood Analytics, a powerful digital platform providing access to high-level data for over 1.6 million postcodes across Great Britain. This cutting-edge tool enables industry leaders to assess and monitor care markets efficiently, saving valuable time while enhancing strategic planning.
Carterwood is already a trusted partner for 85% of the UK’s top-20 care home operators and collaborates with key representative bodies such as Care England, the National Care Forum and ARCO. Its expertise and commitment to data-driven decision-making make it a perfect addition to SHHA’s network.
Origin Investments
Origin Investments is a leading Polish company specialising in real estate development and commercial property investments, with a strong focus on senior housing and healthcare services. Operating exclusively in Poland, it delivers innovative solutions tailored to the evolving needs of the senior-living market.
With extensive experience in design, development and commercialisation, the company has built a robust business model covering senior housing projects, care services, long-term rental apartments for older people, and rehabilitation and wellness facilities. This approach has already been validated through the sale of its first two projects to a French investor.
The flagship product, Apartamenty ReVital, offers a scalable senior housing model, supporting rapid expansion and investment replication. In select locations, these developments integrate specialised care and rehabilitation services, creating a comprehensive support ecosystem for senior residents.
Currently, Origin Investments is driving strategic projects along Poland’s Baltic coast near the Tricity area (Gdańsk, Sopot and Gdynia), and in Warsaw, further strengthening its market presence.
Healthcare and Operational Living Advisors
Healthcare and Operational Living Advisors (HOLA), founded in 2024, comprises accomplished and highly adaptable specialist property consultants and advisers. HOLA’s clients are UK and international investors, developers and operators. The firm covers all healthcare properties – primary care, secondary care (specialist and elderly) and senior living – providing on-demand and flexible consultancy, support, transactional and advisory services.
HOLA believes director-led, personal support and involvement is key to providing considered advice based on market evidence, supported by agency awareness and experience. Its ethos is to engage in open, honest dialogue with clients and customers to achieve the best outcomes.
Mayer Brown
Mayer Brown advises developers, investors, financiers and operators in the healthcare and social infrastructure sector and has an exceptional track record. We have in-depth experience in healthcare, living and education, advising laboratory operators, clinics, assisted living and nursing homes and student housing.
Our team is experienced in complex (cross-border) transactions and comprises lawyers in real estate, construction, environment and planning, finance, corporate and tax.
