Ventas has consistently been a top performing REIT over the past five years. For the twelve month period ending June 30, 2010, Ventas delivered a 65.0 percent annual total shareholder return. For the three year period ending June 30, 2010, the Company delivered a 15.0 percent annual total shareholder return and for the five year period Ventas delivered a 14.9 percent annual total shareholder return.

The Company's 2010 indicated annual dividend is $2.14 per share. Ventas offers a Distribution Reinvestment and Stock Purchase Plan (DRIP) that provides a convenient and economical means for Ventas shareholders and new investors to purchase common shares of the Company.

The Company's FFO and dividend estimates are based on a number of assumptions detailed in the Dividend and FFO Information section on this site. There can be no assurances regarding the Company's ability to pay future dividends or that the Company will achieve those results. The Company may from time-to-time update its publicly announced expectations regarding future FFO and dividends, but it is not obligated to do so.

Ventas's stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "VTR".