National Health Investors, Inc. Announces Hire of Executive Vice-President of Corporate Finance

National Health Investors, Inc. (NYSE:NHI) today announced the hire of Eric Mendelsohn as Executive Vice-President of Corporate Finance. Mr. Mendelsohn will oversee the company’s banking relationships, financial transactions and legal matters starting January 26, 2015.

CEO and President, Justin Hutchens said, "I’m extremely excited to welcome Eric to the NHI team. His in-depth real estate and financial transaction experience perfectly complements NHI’s growth plan. Plus, Eric’s background working for one of the nation’s largest senior housing operators blends with our long history of offering an operational perspective to our customers and shareholders."

Eric Mendelsohn has over 15 years of healthcare real estate and financing experience. Previously, Eric was with Emeritus Senior Living for 9 years, most recently as a Senior Vice President of Corporate Development where he was responsible for the financing and acquisition of assisted living properties, home health care companies and executing corporate finance strategies. Prior to Emeritus, Eric was with the University of Washington as a Transaction Officer where he worked on the development, acquisition and financing of research, clinic and medical properties. Prior to that, Eric was a practicing transaction attorney, representing lenders and landlords. Eric has a BS from American University in International Relations, a Law Degree from Pepperdine University, and a Masters (LLM) in Banking and Finance from Boston University. Eric is a member of the Florida and Washington State Bar Associations.

About National Health Investors

Incorporated in 1991, National Health Investors, Inc. (NYSE: NHI) is a real estate investment trust specializing in sale-leaseback, joint-venture, mortgage and mezzanine financing of need-driven and discretionary senior housing and medical investments. NHI’s portfolio consists of independent, assisted and memory care communities, entrance-fee communities, skilled nursing facilities, and specialty hospitals. Visit www.nhireit.com for more information.

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