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LeadingAge Minnesota QUEST Report – Q1, 2024

On August 1, 2024 by Julie Apold

The LeadingAge Minnesota QUEST Report is now available for first quarter 2024.

On-Demand Webinars  - Learn from Anywhere

On July 25, 2024 by Sharon Hollister

LeadingAge Minnesota has a selection of on-demand webinars approved for clock hours. Nine new webinars from the 2024 Virtual Institute have been added on various topics.

Episcopal Homes of Minnesota Participates in Long-Term Care Facility Summit at the White House

On July 25, 2024 by LeadingAge Minnesota

Episcopal Homes of Minnesota was recently selected to attend the Long-Term Care Leadership Summit 3.0 at the White House.

DHS Delivering Second Round of Aug. 1 Payments

On July 25, 2024 by Jeff Bostic

Based on action by the 2023 Legislature, DHS is about to distribute the second round of lump sum payments to nursing homes. Those payments will be processed on July 30 and will complete the payments under this program.

Apply for CMP Communicative Technology Grant Funding

On July 25, 2024 by Julie Apold

Grants are still available through the State Civil Monetary Penalties (CMP) Initiative to purchase technology devices. Eligible devices must enable communication between facility residents and their loved ones and/or healthcare providers. 

Comment Letter Thank You and Action Alert for Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board

On July 25, 2024 by Mark Schulz

Yesterday afternoon (Wednesday, Jul. 24) marked the closing of the public comment period on the first Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board proposed rule about minimum wages.

Now Added - New On-Demand Webinars

On July 18, 2024 by Sharon Hollister

LeadingAge Minnesota has a selection of on-demand webinars approved for clock hours. Nine new webinars from the 2024 Virtual Institute have been added on various topics. Get the training you need without having to leave your setting.

2024 Foundation Golf Tournament – Golfer Registration Deadline is July 19

On July 11, 2024 by Jenny Prosser

Join us for a day of golf and fun in the sun to fund the LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation’s scholarship program. The 2024 Golf Tournament will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 6 at Prestwick Golf Club in Woodbury.

Data Portal: New Compensation Data Shows Continuing Decline in Employee Vacancy Rates

On July 11, 2024 by Jeff Bostic

Updated LeadingAge Minnesota Data Portal benchmark reports are available for workforce measures, including staff vacancies, retention and turnover.

Get Guaranteed Compliance with EduCare

On July 11, 2024 by Anna Mowry

EduCare is the premier on-demand education for senior care that guarantees compliance with Minnesota laws and regulations.

What Would You Do With $10,000? Value First’s 5-Star Sweepstakes Is An Opportunity for Your Community

On July 11, 2024 by Laura Nordaune

Value First’s 5-Star Sweepstakes is back! Your community could win one of five $10,000 prizes. What would you do with $10,000? Maybe replace outdated equipment or throw a staff party? The choice will be yours if you win.

Disaster and Emergency Planning Resources for Members of LeadingAge Minnesota

On June 27, 2024 by LeadingAge

As Minnesota grapples with serious weather events throughout the state, LeadingAge Minnesota wanted to refresh a list of resources and steps we are taking to support members who may be impacted.

Knute Nelson | Walker Methodist Announces Key Leadership Promotions and Appointments

On June 27, 2024 by Jessica Lacher

Earlier this month, Knute Nelson | Walker Methodist, a longtime member of LeadingAge Minnesota, announced the promotion and appointment of three key leaders who hold critical roles in the organization’s continued growth and success.

Critical Access Funding for Nursing Homes Open for Applications

On June 27, 2024 by Jeff Bostic

During its recently completed session, the Minnesota legislature provided additional funding equal to $576,000 state share for the upcoming state fiscal year for the Critical Access Nursing Facility (CANF) Program. These funds will be used to provide a rate add-on through June 30, 2025, for any additional nursing homes approved through an application process.

2024 Legislative Report Available Now

On June 27, 2024 by Kayla Khang

LeadingAge Minnesota is pleased to present the 2024 Minnesota Session Legislative Report. This comprehensive document outlines the key laws affecting aging services and the seniors in your care, detailing their impact, effective dates, and recommended actions for your organization.

Statewide Hospitality Fee Invoices May be Erroneous

On June 24, 2024 by Mark Schulz

MDH’s Food, Pools and Lodging Services Section (MDH-FPL) may have been provided erroneous information from locally delegated food inspection agencies causing erroneous invoices from MDH-FPL to be sent to assisted living licensees. The invoice requests the licensee to pay the Statewide Hospitality Fee (SHF) by July 1, 2024, or face administrative action.

LeadingAge National Policy Pulse Call

On June 20, 2024 by LeadingAge

The new LeadingAge National Policy Pulse call has kicked off!  You’re invited to join each Monday at 3:30 p.m. ET for a briefing and analysis call, held exclusively for LeadingAge members.

Hospice CARE Act of 2024 – LeadingAge Gathering Member Feedback

On June 20, 2024 by Mark Schulz

Representative Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) released a discussion draft about hospice reform on June 13 titled, “The Hospice Care Accountability, Reform, and Enforcement (CARE) Act of 2024.” The Hospice CARE Act is in draft form but would transform and make the biggest changes to the Medicare Hospice Benefit since the benefit’s inception in 1982.

QSO-24-13-NH Revised Guidance for Long-Term Care Facility Assessments Released Yesterday

On June 20, 2024 by Kari Everson

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services released QSO-24-13-NH providing guidance for nursing homes regarding the long-term care facility assessment requirements. LeadingAge Minnesota adapted the facility assessment from Quality Improvement Organizations to include the new requirements in a template for members. Access the Facility Assessment Tool here.

Minnesota Mandates NARCAN in Assisted Living

On June 13, 2024 by Kari Everson

Minnesota mandates the presence of Narcan, a life-saving medication used to reverse opioid overdoses, in assisted living facilities that have a group housing support agreement. The LeadingAge Minnesota resource center now contains a new resource for Narcan use.

Sample EBP Policy Available for Members

On June 13, 2024 by Kari Everson

The LeadingAge Minnesota resource center now contains a new resource for implementing enhanced barrier precautions (EBP) in assisted living and nursing home settings.

Annual Board Retreat: Focus on Future Initiatives

On June 13, 2024 by Jessica Lacher

The LeadingAge Minnesota Board of Directors gathered earlier this week for our annual retreat and strategic planning session.

Grow Your Workforce with CaringCareersStartHere.com

On June 13, 2024 by Anna Mowry

Long-term care providers can get matched to job seekers on CaringCareersStartHere.com – a resource dedicated to helping Minnesotans make a meaningful move into careers in aging services.

Member-only Discount to Post Open Positions to AgingServicesJobs.org

On June 13, 2024 by Anna Mowry

Post your open positions with a member-only discount on AgingServicesJobs.org – the premier job board for aging services employers to post their critical to fill positions and get connected with qualified applicants.

LeadingAge Weighs in on HUD Efforts to Reduce Barriers to Housing Access

On June 13, 2024 by LeadingAge

LeadingAge supports HUD’s efforts to expand housing access in practical, consistent ways.

Expand housing access in practical, consistent ways, LeadingAge told the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in a June 10 comment letter.

Updated Grant Grid: 30 Funding Opportunities for Providers to Consider

On June 13, 2024 by Anna Mowry

As a benefit for LeadingAge Minnesota members, our Grant Grid, highlights over 30 grants, scholarships, workforce development programs, and more funding opportunities for Minnesota aging service providers.

More MDH Anonymous Feedback Results are In!

On June 13, 2024 by Mark Schulz

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has made public its anonymous survey process feedback results to date. After its initial launch in summer 2023, an unexpected software issue impacted the collection process resulting in a short delay of collection efforts. After its relaunch in October, the results of the anonymous feedback tool are now available.

Maximize Your Recruitment: Upload Your Organization’s Profile on CaringCareersStartHere.com

On June 6, 2024 by Anna Mowry

Long-term care providers can connect with job seekers on CaringCareersStartHere.com, a dedicated platform to help Minnesotans embark on meaningful careers in aging services.

Bed Assist Bar Recalled

On June 6, 2024 by Kari Everson

On May 30, the US Consumer Product Safety Commission and Medline announced a recall of two adult portable bed assist bar models.

New On-Demand Webinars Available – Earn CEUs Anytime

On May 30, 2024 by Sharon Hollister

LeadingAge Minnesota has a selection of on-demand webinars approved for clock hours. Eight new webinars from the 2023 Institute have been added on various topics. Get the training you need without having to leave your setting.

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