Key Dates & Deadlines
(as of 02.25.2026)
April 7, 2026 Update to Unsecured Creditors
Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors
Buckingham Senior Living Community, Inc., Case No. 25-80595 (Bankr. N.D. Tex.)
Dear Unsecured Creditor:
The Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors (the “Committee” or “UCC”) provides this
update regarding the Chapter 11 bankruptcy case of Buckingham Senior Living Community,
Inc. (the “Debtor”).
Purpose of the Committee
The Committee was appointed to represent the interests of all unsecured creditors as a
group in this bankruptcy case. In that role, the Committee works with its legal and financial
advisors to monitor the proceedings, evaluate transactions, and advocate for fair and
equitable treatment of unsecured creditors.
Proof of Claim Bar Date
The Bankruptcy Court has established May 8, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. (Central Time) as the
deadline by which creditors must file a Proof of Claim (the “Bar Date”).
If you believe you hold a claim against the Debtor that is not accurately reflected in the
Debtor’s schedules, you must file a Proof of Claim on or before the Bar Date to preserve your
rights. Failure to timely file a Proof of Claim may result in the claim being barred and the
creditor being ineligible to receive any distribution in this case. You may want to consult your
own attorney. The Committee does not represent any individual creditor.
Mailing from the Debtor Regarding Proof of Claim Bar Date
The Debtor has advised that per Court order, mailings were sent April 1, 2026, to creditors
regarding procedures for filing proofs of claim. According to the Debtor, these mailings
include:
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Information to help you determine whether you need to file a Proof of Claim; and
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Instructions for completing and submitting a Proof of Claim.
All inquiries regarding the claims process should be directed to the Debtor’s Claims and
Noticing Agent:
Epiq Corporate Restructuring, LLC
Toll-Free: (877) 873-9197
International: +1 (503) 406-1463
Email: BuckinghamInfo@epiqglobal.com
Additional information is available at: https://dm.epiq11.com/case/buckingham/info
Recent Developments in the Case
• Sale to Focus SH Acquisitions LLC: The Bankruptcy Court has approved the sale of
the Buckingham community to Focus SH Acquisitions LLC (“Focus”), which was
designated as the successful bidder following the auction process.
• Execution of Residency Agreements: More than 300 new residency agreements
(leases) have been executed with Focus. This milestone is important to satisfy the
conditions required for the sale to close.
• Anticipated Closing: The sale of The Buckingham facility to Focus is currently
expected to close in May 2026, subject to the satisfaction of remaining conditions.
• Future Operations: Focus has indicated that it intends to operate the community
with management support from Life Care Services.
Dispute Regarding Sale Proceeds Held in Escrow
As part of the sale process, certain funds will be placed into escrow at the sale closing
pending further order of the Bankruptcy Court. A key issue currently before the Court is how
certain sale proceeds should be allocated among competing claimants:
• Secured lenders assert that they hold first-priority liens on substantially all assets
and sale proceeds;
• Certain creditors, including current and former residents, assert that they hold
statutory lien rights relating to entrance fees paid to the community.
The Court must determine the validity, scope, and priority of these competing claims and
how the proceeds should ultimately be distributed.
Pending Standing Motions
Two motions have been filed seeking authority (“standing”) to pursue claims related to the
lien issues cited above. Both motions are pending, and the Court has not yet issued any
rulings.
1. Standing Motion Filed by the UCC: The Committee has filed a motion for standing to
pursue certain alleged claims on behalf of the bankruptcy estate. The purpose of this motion
is to allow the Committee to investigate and, if appropriate, pursue these alleged claims that
could potentially increase recoveries for unsecured creditors.
2. Standing Motion Filed by Individual Creditors (TDI Lien Claims): Certain individual
creditors have filed a motion seeking standing to pursue alleged statutory lien rights under
Texas law. These creditors seek to enforce alleged lien rights in the sale proceeds and assert
that such claims may affect priority and distribution.
Proposed Liquidating Trust
The Committee filed a combined Disclosure Statement and Chapter 11 Plan of Liquidation
that contemplates the creation of a liquidating trust. If approved, the trust would likely be
responsible for pursuing certain litigation, administering assets, and distributing any
recoveries to creditors. The amount and timing of any potential recovery remain uncertain
and will depend on, among other things, the outcome of pending legal matters and the
availability of assets.
Disclaimer
Members of the Committee in this case act in a volunteer capacity and are not acting in any
legal or financial capacity. No statement in this communication is intended, nor should it be
construed, as legal or financial advice, and no reliance should be placed on any information
contained herein. You must consult your own attorney or financial advisor for any legal or
financial advice. All information is preliminary, non-binding, and subject to change without
notice. The Committee has not verified the accuracy of any information supplied to you,
and the Committee shall not in any respect be responsible for independently verifying the
accuracy or completeness of any of such information (including by conducting any
independent due diligence review). This communication is not a basis for any legal decision.
To avoid inadvertent waiver of privilege, please refrain from including confidential or
attorney-client-protected information in any reply.
The Committee provides general information only. Each creditor’s situation is unique, and
creditors are encouraged to consult with their own legal or financial advisors regarding their
specific rights and options.
Respectfully,
The Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors
• Lee Adcock Hunnell (Chair)
• Steven Dyer
• Manuel Ariel Payan
• Thomas Ryan
• Thomas A. Willett
Contact: uccbuckingham@gmail.com
For additional information regarding this case, including court filings and updates, you may
visit:
• Claims and Noticing Agent Website: https://dm.epiq11.com/case/buckingham/info
• Committee Website: www.buckinghambankruptcy.com