Ventas, Inc. engages in the acquisition and ownership of seniors housing and healthcare properties. It operates through the following segments: Triple-Net Leased Properties, Senior Housing Operating Portfolio (SHOP), and Office Operations. The Triple-Net Leased Properties segment invests in and owns senior housing and healthcare properties. The SHOP segment invests in senior housing communities and engages with independent managers to operate those communities. The Office Operations segment acquires, owns, develops, leases, and manages medical office buildings and life science, research, and innovation centers. The company was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.