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Significant Accounting Policies (Details) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended |
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Dec. 31, 2017 USD ($) | Dec. 31, 2016 USD ($)
Loans and Leases Receivable, Net Amount | $ 141,486 | $ 133,493
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life | 40 years |
Life Care Services [Member] |  |
Notes Receivable, Number Of Loans, Master Credit Agreement | 2 |
Loans and Leases Receivable, Net Amount | $ 53,622 |

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