News Archives
March 2019 Archives
Below is a list of all of the articles published in the selected month, ordered from most recent to least.
Assisted Living Certificate Program Open for Registration
On March 19, 2019 by Heidi Simpson
The wait is over – registration is now open for the 2019 Assisted Living Certificate Program. You can choose either the Spring Series, which begins April 25, or Late Summer/Fall series which begins Aug. 6.
The More You Know: Older Baby Boomers’ Preferences on Aging
On March 19, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
Safety. Being around family. Having access to the outdoors. Affordability. These are just a few key findings in a new noteworthy study from LeadingAge and NORC.
Free Pins! Banner Contest! Kick-Off Safe Care for Seniors in Your Setting
On March 13, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
Now that you’ve made the Safe Care for Seniors pledge, it’s time to launch the program in your setting! To help you engage your staff, residents and families in our shared mission to prevent harm in the course of caregiving, we’ve developed a Safe Care for Seniors Campaign Kick-Off Toolkit and Online Resource Library.
Try the Job Board for FREE!
On March 13, 2019 by Jenna Kellerman
Have you tried recruiting through LeadingAge Minnesota’s job board AgingServicesJOBS.org? Check it out! Email Jenna Kellerman for a promo code to post your first job for FREE!
Considerations for Weekend and Evening Returns from Hospitalizations in Assisted Living
On March 13, 2019 by Bobbie Guidry
As renters of a housing setting, a resident has the right to return to their home following an absence at any time. In some instances, the person has had a change of need that requires added home care services, supplies, or even an interim stay at somewhere like a rehabilitation or transitional care setting. Communication with a resident/representative and hospital staff is vital to assure a smooth transition and appropriate services and supplies being in place.
Special Promo Code for Argentum Senior Living Executive Conference
On March 13, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
The Argentum Senior Living Executive Conference, which takes place April 15-17 in San Antonio, offers unmatched opportunities to connect with leaders and experts in our field, discover solutions to common challenges, stay abreast of key trends, explore innovative technology, and learn core strategies to advance business operations and careers. Argentum is offering a special promo code – STATE50 – for members to receive $50 off a full conference pass.
Enforcement Remedies on Horizon for Non-Improving Late Adopters in Antipsychotic Medication Reductio
On March 13, 2019 by Sue Boyd
Non-improving late adopters in the reduction in long-stay residents who were receiving an antipsychotic medication may soon be subjected to enhanced oversight and enforcement remedies, according to a notice from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Webinar on Job Board Upgrades and Recruitment Benefits
On March 13, 2019 by Jenna Kellerman
Learn more about the latest upgrades to AgingServicesJobs.org by signing up for a new webinar that will feature success stories, tips on engaging candidates, and additional ways this revolutionary technology can streamline candidate screening and address retention concerns by providing deeper candidate insights than available on a common application or resume. For new users, a live demo of the technology will be shared at the end of the webinar.
Nursing Leadership Symposium Begins April 9, Register Now
On March 13, 2019 by Heidi Simpson
Registration is open for LeadingAge Minnesota’s venerable Nursing Leadership Symposium. This five-part series has a 28-year track record of helping to transform skilled nurses into exceptional nursing leaders in long-term care.
Core Appendix Q Released; Online Training Available
On March 13, 2019 by Jonathan Lips
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has revised Appendix Q of the State Operations Manual (SOM), used by surveyors for guidance in citing immediate jeopardy (IJ). This revision, known as Core Appendix Q, will provide a template for surveyors to identify the citation and notify providers in a clear, consistent and timely manner.
Career Pathway Resources
On March 13, 2019 by Jenna Kellerman
Teach students about Career Pathways in aging services using these excellent tools developed by the California Assisted Living Association:
Recruit Staff, Create Career Pathways: Apply for HCBS Scholarship
On March 13, 2019 by Jenna Kellerman
Reminder: The Minnesota Department of Health is currently accepting applications for the bonus round of the HCBS Scholarship Grant. The application deadline is April 19. You can find the application here.
New Affiliation Strengthens Home Care and Hospice Expertise and Opportunities
On March 13, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
LeadingAge national has taken an important step toward increasing its impact and influence across the full continuum of services and supports for people as they age by entering into an agreement with the intent to affiliate with the Visiting Nurse Associations of America (VNAA) and ElevatingHOME.
Message Delivered: 150+ Members Advocate at Day at the Capitol
On March 13, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
More than 150 LeadingAge Minnesota members participated in yesterday’s Day at the Capitol, bringing their voices and their collective will to give lawmakers a personal perspective on how the decisions they make this session will affect the seniors we serve and those who provide them with care.
New Proposal on Overtime Threshold Raising Concerns for Aging Services Providers
On March 13, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
A new proposal that would greatly increase the number of employees eligible for overtime pay is raising concerns for aging services providers.
Moratorium in Nursing Home Fines by CMS Expires in May
On March 13, 2019 by Jonathan Lips
In testimony to the U.S. Senate Finance Committee last week, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) said that the moratorium on monetary fines for care centers will expire in May and that providers will soon begin receiving civil monetary fines in eight additional categories.
OnTrack Success Continues
On March 13, 2019 by Jenna Kellerman
The OnTrack Nursing Assistant Training program continues to see success in its second year of operation.
CMS and CDC Release Infection Prevention Training for Care Centers
On March 13, 2019 by Jonathan Lips
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have released a free on-line training course in infection prevention and control for nursing home staff in the long-term care setting.
Elder Abuse Subject of US Senate Hearing
On March 6, 2019 by Adam Suomala
The U.S. Senate Finance Committee this morning took a rare look at timely topics affecting care center quality, safety, workforce and regulations by holding a "Not Forgotten: Protecting Americans From Abuse and Neglect in Nursing Homes" hearing in Washington DC.
Protecting HCBS Recipients Against Spousal Impoverishment
On March 6, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
Bills have been reintroduced in Congress that permanently protect Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) recipients against spousal impoverishment.
Nursing Leadership Symposium Open for Registration
On March 6, 2019 by Heidi Simpson
LeadingAge Minnesota’s long-standing Nursing Leadership Symposium program to develop nursing leaders in long-term care is entering its 28th year and is open for registration.
New Report Shows Care Centers If They Are at Risk of a 2% Rate Penalty
On March 6, 2019 by Julie Apold
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has released the Provider Threshold Report (PTR). This new report for the Skilled Nursing Facility Quality Reporting Program (SNF QRP) shows care centers if they are at risk of a 2 percent rate penalty for failure to meet the 80 percent reporting threshold requirement on the quality reporting measures during a calendar year.
DHS Announces PIPP Grants
On March 6, 2019 by Julie Apold
New efforts that improve the quality of life and care for care center residents will receive $6.5 million over two years through funding from the Minnesota Department of Human Services. Congratulations to these LeadingAge Minnesota members for receiving Performance-based Incentive Payment Program (PIPP) grants:
4 LeadingAge MN Members Receive Award of Merit for Performance Excellence in Aging Services
On March 6, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
LeadingAge Minnesota has honored four aging services providers with Awards of Merit for Performance Excellence in Aging Services. The providers are: Martin Luther Care Center in Bloomington; St. Crispin Living Center in Red Wing; Madonna Living Community in Rochester; and The Good Shepherd Community in Sauk Rapids.
Safe Care for Seniors: Regional Workshop – March 28
On March 6, 2019 by Julie Apold
You’ve made the pledge, now take the next step in Safe Care for Seniors. Our March 28 Workshop will give you the tools and resources you need to effectively implement the 5-Step Safe Care for Seniors Action Plan in your setting. Join experts in safe care, resident and family communication, leadership, safety and more for this informative, interactive event that will also feature shared learning from your peers and small group work focused specifically on your type of setting.
DHS Posts EW Rate Reform and Residential Services Tool Webinar
On March 6, 2019 by Bobbie Guidry
The Minnesota Department of Human Services has posted the Jan. 24 webinar that featured Elderly Waiver (EW) rate reform, the rate study that occurred in 2018, and their recommendations to the Legislature; along with updates and training on the Residential Services Tool.
Monthly VA Billing Webinar
On March 6, 2019 by Roni Falck
The Veterans Health Administration has announced a monthly webinar on its Community Care programs and policies. The webinars are geared toward all providers with a contract or provider agreement to provide VA paid services.
Free Basic Training for New MDS Nurses on March 20
On March 6, 2019 by Sue Boyd
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Licensing and Certification Program is offering a free one-day MDS class, Basic Training for New MDS Nurses, on March 20. The class is intended for new MDS nurses with less than one-year experience. Space is limited, so register early!
Summer Health Care Internship Program: Employer Applications Due April 12
On March 6, 2019 by Jenna Kellerman
Employer applications are being accepted for the 2019 Summer Health Care Internship Program (SHCIP). Hospitals, clinics, nursing facilities, home care providers and adult day services facilities are encouraged to participate on behalf of qualified students in their community.
Careers in Aging: LeadingAge MN Members Lead the Way in Raising Awareness, Making Connections
On March 6, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
It’s Careers in Aging Week! This is the perfect time to highlight three LeadingAge Minnesota members – Augustana Regent, Eventide and Ecumen -- who received Stars Among Us awards last month for their work to proactively address our field’s workforce challenges through innovative partnerships that will expose and recruit people to the rewarding, valued careers in aging services.