Real Property Acquisitions and Development - Narrative (Details) $ in Millions	1 Months Ended
Jul. 30, 2024 USD ($)	Feb. 29, 2024 USD ($) property
Seniors Housing Operating Properties, Affinity Brand
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Number of assets acquired \| property		25
Expected consideration		$ 969
Transactions		$ 521
Seniors Housing Real Estate Portfolio \| Subsequent event
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Expected consideration	$ 900

Purchase price of expected asset acquisition prior to consideration being transferred. Excludes business acquisition.

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