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Nominations Open for Nursing Director of the Year
On July 31, 2018 by Elizabeth Sether, RN, MHA, LNHA
The Minnesota Directors of Nursing Administration (MN-DONA) is now accepting nominations for the Nursing Director of the Year.
Billing University for Care Centers is Aug. 8-9
On July 31, 2018 by Heidi Simpson
The last day to register for the August 8-9 Billing University is Thursday, August 2.
This two-day intensive learning workshop delivers essential knowledge, skills and resources to help capture all appropriate reimbursement for the services you provide and is applicable and valuable learning for both new and seasoned staff.
Find details and registration here.
Registration Is Open for Health Care Engineers Conference
On July 25, 2018 by Jonathan Lips
Registration is now open for the 43rd Annual Minnesota Health Care Engineers Association (MHCEA) Fall Education Seminar and Vendor Show.
LTC Pharmacy Update Conference Returns on Sept. 14
On July 24, 2018 by Elizabeth Sether, RN, MHA, LNHA
Consultant Pharmacists Inc. (CPI) will unravel some of the complexities of the regulation and guidelines for pharmacy services from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) “Mega-rule” of 2017 at is annual conference on Sept. 14.
Sign up for Live Demo of New Job Board
On July 24, 2018 by Jenna Kellerman
The new AgingServicesJobs.Org platform has launched! Sign up for a live webinar demo on July 31 from 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. to learn how to post a job.
Annual Meeting Registration Open
On July 24, 2018 by Heidi Simpson
Registration is open for the 2018 Annual Meeting & Leadership Forum, Sept. 18-21 at Madden’s in Brainerd. Go BOLD is the theme of this year’s leadership conference, with speakers, sessions and events designed to explore what it means to lead in today’s complex environment and to navigate through the changes that will define the very future of senior living.
Moratorium Exceptions Process Opens; LeadingAge MN Hosts Webinar Aug. 9
On July 24, 2018 by Jeff Bostic
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) recently released the application materials for this year’s round of the nursing facility moratorium exceptions process. Care centers interested in applying will need to complete and submit the required application materials by Dec. 20. To help members evaluate whether they should apply, LeadingAge Minnesota is hosting a Moratorium Exceptions webinar on Thursday, Aug. 9.
Billing University for Care Centers is Aug. 8-9
On July 24, 2018 by Heidi Simpson
Business office staff in care centers are encouraged to attend the annual Billing University on Aug. 8 and 9. This two-day intensive learning workshop delivers essential knowledge, skills and resources to help capture all appropriate reimbursement for the services you provide.
Care Centers: Improve Your 5-Star Rating and Sustain Your Outcomes
On July 24, 2018 by Julie Apold
As part of our ongoing commitment to help you improve performance and measure and report outcomes in your organization, LeadingAge Minnesota is proud to provide you with access to a new tool that will help translate your current MDS 3.0 data into actionable information.
Nominations Now Open for Lifetime Honorary Membership
On July 24, 2018 by Nancy Garrett
LeadingAge Minnesota is now accepting nominations for the recognition of Lifetime Honorary Membership. This honor is provided to persons of distinction by election each year during our Annual Meeting & Leadership Forum in September.
U.S. Department of Labor Rescinds 2016 Persuader Rule
On July 24, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
The U.S. Department of Labor has rescinded the 2016 Persuader Rule that required employers to report whenever they seek assistance from consultants or lawyers to dissuade employees from joining unions.
100 OnTrack RN Trainers Approved in Minnesota
On July 24, 2018 by Jenna Kellerman
The OnTrack Nursing Assistant Training program has seen 100 nurses complete the Train the Trainer course! Those 100 RN Trainers are now supporting OnTrack Nursing Assistant programs all over the state.
HCBS: Changes in Evaluation of Services for Annual Assessments Effective Aug. 1
On July 24, 2018 by Bobbie Guidry
In keeping with the Minnesota State Transition Plan to comply with the Home and Community-Based Services Settings (HCBS) Rule, the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) has added a person’s evaluation of services and compliance with HCBS Standards to the MN Choices Tool. The questions are to be completed at the next reassessment visit on or after Aug. 1, 2018.
Ruth Katz Encourages Adult Day Providers to Take the Lead in Public Policy
On July 24, 2018 by Roni Falck
Ruth Katz, Senior Vice-President of Public Policy/Advocacy at LeadingAge, opened the 2018 LeadingAge Minnesota Adult Day Conference with a strong message of support for providers of these valued services that help older adults age in place.
CDC Releases New Tools to Aid in Antibiotic Stewardship
On July 24, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released a new tool as part of its four-part online training series on antibiotic stewardship.
America Is Running Out of Family Caregivers, Just When It Needs Them Most
On July 24, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
Many Americans are now aging without family caregivers nearby, reports the Wall Street Journal.
Call for Nominations: 2019 Board of Directors
On July 24, 2018 by Nancy Garrett
The 2018 LeadingAge Minnesota Nominating Committee is seeking nominations for candidates for the 2019 Board of Directors. Nominations are due by Friday, Aug. 10.
CAST Updates Medication Management Selection Tool
On July 24, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
LeadingAge CAST has updated its Medication Management Selection Tool with vendor information for 20 products. The tool is designed to help you understand the range, uses and benefits of medication management technologies and to select solutions that best fit your requirements.
LeadingAge Learning Hub offers Free Mental Health Training
On July 24, 2018 by Bobbie Guidry
A new training to assist staff in supporting and working with residents with mental illness has been added to the LeadingAge learning hub. The training is free for LeadingAge members.
Senior Living NOW is Aug. 16 – Legal Guidance for Sticky Situations
On July 24, 2018 by Heidi Simpson
2018 Senior Living NOW is August 16 at Graduate Minnesota. Three sessions at this year’s annual conference afford the opportunity to hear from noted attorneys about operating legally and ethically in certain situations:
Who’s Your Julie? Tell Us About Your Caregiver of the Year – Nominations Open
On July 24, 2018 by Barbara Landeen
The Stars Among Us Award program is open for the 2019 recognition awards and we want to know, Who’s YOUR Julie?
MDH Shares Survey Data and Other Information During Statewide Call
On July 18, 2018 by Jonathan Lips
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) held a statewide regulatory call for care centers on July 16 and provided updates on commonly-cited deficiencies and other topics. MDH recorded Monday’s call and will post the recording on its webpage within the next week, and it will remain archived there for 90 days. Here are notes from the call:
Now Available: Rights-Modification Form and Updates to HCBS Transition Process
On July 18, 2018 by Bobbie Guidry
The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) issued a form that can be used by case managers to modify rights for individuals requiring a modification of the rights enumerated in the Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) standards for provider “owned or controlled settings.”
Annual Meeting Registration Open this Week
On July 17, 2018 by Heidi Simpson
Watch your email this week for information about the 2018 Annual Meeting & Leadership Forum, Sept. 18-21 at Madden’s in Brainerd. Registration will open on Friday.
U of M Reaffirms Commitment to Preparing Nursing Home Administrators for Licensure
On July 17, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
As the Baby Boom Generation continues to age and rely more on the network of supports for older adults, the University of Minnesota recently reaffirmed its commitment to its high-quality Long-Term Care Administration courses.
Legislative Auditor Releases Report on Eligibility Process
On July 17, 2018 by Kari Thurlow
The Office of the Legislative Auditor (OLA) last week released an audit on the Medical Assistance eligibility process for seniors and those under age 65 with a disability. The audit found that DHS and the counties who implement the eligibility process “generally complied” with legal requirements for determining eligibility. Specific findings and recommendations include:
New Award Honors Pioneering Legacy of Ray Johnson; Nominations Invited
On July 17, 2018 by Barbara Landeen
A familiar Stars Among Us Award has been recast to reflect the spirit of its namesake for the 2019 recognition program.
Assisted Living Occupancy Drops to Record Low
On July 17, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
The downward trend in assisted living occupancy continues, according to data released by the National Investment Center for Seniors Housing & Care (NIC).
Value Over Volume: Lancaster Pollard Reviews PDPM
On July 17, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
As we first reported in May, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is proposing an entirely new case mix payment system to take effect on Oct. 1, 2019. In this week’s Advantage, we feature a review of this Patient-Drive Payment Model (PDPM) from Lancaster Pollard.
Sales & Marketing in Senior Housing Certificate Program Congratulates 34 Graduates
On July 17, 2018 by Barbara Landeen
LeadingAge Minnesota’s Sales & Marketing in Senior Housing Certificate Program concluded on July 10 with 34 professionals receiving their Certificate of Completion.
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