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DEED Launches Third Phase of Workforce Campaign
On March 7, 2024 by Libbie Chapuran
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development announces the third phase of a workforce outreach campaign to highlight the rewarding career paths across the sector.
Live Well at Home Grants: Funding Opportunities for Community-Based Long-Term Care in Minnesota
On February 29, 2024 by Bobbie Guidry
The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) has issued an RFP to develop and/or provide services for older Minnesotans to live in the community, better known as Live Well at Home Grants.
Apple Tree Dental Awarded Circle of Excellence by DHS
On February 1, 2024 by Bobbie Guidry
Apple Tree Dental has been honored as one of ten Minnesota human services organizations representing seven initiatives, receiving Circle of Excellence awards from Commissioner Jodi Harpstead.
2024 DHS PIPP Proposal Resources Available
On February 1, 2024 by Julie Apold
The 2024 Minnesota Department of Human Services Nursing Facility Performance-Based Incentive Payment Program (PIPP) Request for Proposals (RFP) information is now available.
Assisted Living Report Card Preview
On January 25, 2024 by Kari Everson
The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) emailed the authorized assisted living agent with a link to the Minnesota Assisted Living Report Card to those communities with active report card ratings. Not all communities have active report card ratings right now.
HCBS Enrolled Provider Revalidation Expands
On January 4, 2024 by Bobbie Guidry
Starting January 2024, the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) will send revalidation notices on the 15th of every month (or the next business day if the 15th is on a weekend or holiday).
DHS Releases “Intent to Apply” for Financially Distressed Nursing Home Loan Program
On January 4, 2024 by Jeff Bostic
The Department of Human Services (DHS) is rolling out the final piece of a package of financial relief approved by the 2023 Legislature: the Financially Distressed Nursing Facility Loan Program.
DHS Posts Updated Elderly Waiver Rates
On November 16, 2023 by Jeff Bostic
Earlier this week, the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) posted 2024 rates for Elderly Waiver (EW) services. The new rates reflect an average increase of almost 45% for customized living and nearly 30% for adult day services.
DHS Issues 2024 Rate Notices for Nursing Homes
On November 16, 2023 by Jeff Bostic
Today, the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) posts rate notices for almost all nursing homes for the year beginning Jan. 1, 2024. These rates are based on cost reports for the year ended Sept. 30, 2022, and will reflect the inflationary pressures providers faced in that year.
Legislative Task Force on Aging Convenes
On September 21, 2023 by Kayla Khang
During the 2023 legislative session, policymakers recognized a need to establish the Legislative Task Force on Aging to address Minnesota’s growing elderly population, elders with disabilities, and a rapidly declining workforce. This task force met for the second time on Sept. 12, 2023.
DHS Releases Revised FAQ for Aug. 1 Care Center Payments
On September 7, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran
DHS has continued to receive questions about the August 1 payments that were sent to all nursing homes. As a result, they have revised the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document to assist providers in understanding the allowable uses of the funds.
Workforce Incentive Grant Program for Care Centers- Deadline Extended
On September 7, 2023 by Jeff Bostic
The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) has decided to extend the application deadline for the Nursing Facility Workforce Incentive Grant Program to Friday, Sept. 15. DHS has posted a revised version of the RFP and application form for Workforce Incentive Grants on the Nursing Facility Provider Portal.
DHS Posts Request for Applications for Workforce Incentive Grants
On August 14, 2023 by Jeff Bostic
The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) has posted a Request for Applications for Workforce Incentive Grants for care centers on the nursing facility provider portal.
DHS Receives Report Endorsing Continuing RUGs Case Mix
On August 10, 2023 by Jeff Bostic
A report commissioned by the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) recommends the ongoing use of RUGs case mix, despite upcoming changes to the Minimum Data Set (MDS) from the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS).
New DHS FAQs for Aug. 1 Care Center Payments
On August 3, 2023 by Jeff Bostic
The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) issued a second Frequently Asked Questions document to help address some of the questions regarding the Aug. 1 payments sent to all care centers.
Top New Laws Starting Aug. 1
On August 3, 2023 by Mark Schulz
Several new laws became effective before or on Aug. 1 and impact senior care services in the state. While you can review more information about these changes and more in the 2023 Legislative Report, we have provided links to Advantage articles for topics previously discussed for easy reference and review.
MDH to Implement Optional State Assessment Starting October 1
On July 27, 2023 by Jeff Bostic
This morning, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) announced that as of Oct. 1, it will be implementing an Optional State Assessment (OSA) as part of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment done by all care centers.
DHS Seeking Proposals for CMP ResoLute Program Initiative
On July 27, 2023 by Julie Apold
The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS), through the Nursing Facility Rates and Policy (NFRP) Division and the State Civil Monetary Penalties (CMP) Initiative, is seeking proposals from qualified Minnesota Medicaid-Certified Nursing Facilities interested in implementing the ResoLute Program.
DHS Develops FAQ for Aug. 1 Care Center Payments
On July 20, 2023 by Jeff Bostic
The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) has been receiving many questions about the Aug. 1 payments that will be sent to all care centers.
DHS Updates Thresholds for Care Center Property Projects
On June 22, 2023 by Jeff Bostic
The Department of Human Services (DHS) recently announced the updated property rate thresholds that will apply for projects after Oct. 1. There are two thresholds and two different types of property rate increase projects.