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February 2023 Archives

Below is a list of all of the articles published in the selected month, ordered from most recent to least.

Tune In to Caregiver Conversation –  Roundtable with Sen. Frentz and Rep. Brand

On February 23, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran

LeadingAge Minnesota has launched a new series: Caregiver Conversations. We’re helping lawmakers and their constituents have critical conversations about the aging services sector. Then we’re we are sharing the recordings far and wide so Minnesotans and leaders at the Capitol better understand the issues we are facing.

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2023 Virtual Institute – Last Chance to Register

On February 23, 2023 by Sharon Hollister

Don’t miss three days of all-new sessions on topics important to you. Join us from Feb. 28 - March 2 for Virtual Institute. The three general session keynotes will also be available for on-demand viewing. All live virtual sessions will be recorded and available for viewing through April 30.

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HDG CEO Erin Shvetzoff Hennessey Receives Modern Healthcare’s Top Women Leaders Award

On February 23, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran

Erin Shvetzoff Hennessey, CEO of HDG and LeadingAge Minnesota Board Member, was included in Modern Healthcare’s Top Women Leaders of 2023 list. This award honors female executives from all sectors of the healthcare system who are developing policy, leading change, and guiding healthcare delivery improvement across the country.

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PHE Ending – What it means for Nursing Homes

On February 23, 2023 by Mark Schulz

Yesterday, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) held its routine National Nursing Home Stakeholder Call. During this call, CMS staff reiterated several vital facts about the end of the Public Health Emergency (PHE).

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Recent LTC Imperative Surveys Show Continued Tough Times for Providers

On February 23, 2023 by Jeff Bostic

With our partner in the Long-Term Care Imperative, we recently completed two surveys that look at the operating conditions faced by providers: a workforce survey and a care center occupancy survey. The surveys confirmed that staffing challenges continue to impact access to services for seniors throughout the state.

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2023 Nurse Leadership Certificate Program starts on April 12

On February 16, 2023 by Sharon Hollister

New and emerging nurse leaders in skilled nursing care centers, assisted living, or home care settings will gain a solid understanding of the foundational elements that make up the nurse leader’s role by attending LeadingAge Minnesota’s Nurse Leadership Certificate Program.

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Leadership Academy Class of 2022 Graduates at Institute

On February 16, 2023 by Barbara Landeen

The 2022 Class of Leadership Academy fellows officially graduated at the Institute & Expo on Thursday, Feb. 9. Forty-five leaders completed the year-long program, along with eight supportive volunteer coaches.

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US Senators Send Letter to CMS on Minimum Staffing Standards

On February 16, 2023 by Mark Schulz

On Feb. 10, US Senate Special Committee on Aging Chairman Bob Casey (DFL-PA) and Senate Finance Committee Chairman Ron Wyden (DFL-OR) sent a multi-member letter to CMS regarding upcoming regulations to create a minimum staffing standard.

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CMS Proposes New NH Disclosures Rule

On February 16, 2023 by Mark Schulz

Continuing with its desire to strengthen its ability to examine nursing home ownership types, including private equity and real estate investment trusts, on Feb. 13, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released a proposed rule to gather such data.

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CMS Requires SAs to Implement Investigation Timelines

On February 16, 2023 by Mark Schulz

On Feb. 10, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued Admin Info memoranda 23-06-NH revising guidance to Chapter 5 of the State Operations Manual (SOM).  The memo’s revisions include changes to the maximum timeframes for state survey agency (SA) investigations into complaints and facility-reported incidents, and the expansion of SA’s data entry requirements into the federal ASPEN Complaints/Incidents Tracking System (ACTS).

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2023 DHS PIPP Proposal Resources Available

On February 16, 2023 by Julie Apold

The 2023 Minnesota Department of Human Services Nursing Facility Performance-Based Incentive Payment Program (PIPP) Request for Proposals (RFP) information is now available.

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Revised Uniform Disclosure of Assisted Living Services and Amenities (UDALSA) Posted

On February 16, 2023 by Bobbie Guidry

An updated Uniform Disclosure of Assisted Living Services and Amenities (UDALSA) form is now available from the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH).

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Bill to Create Statewide Paid Family Leave Program Moves Through Legislature

On February 16, 2023 by Erin Huppert

A legislative proposal to create a statewide paid family leave program is moving rapidly through the Legislature this year with implications for employers and their employees.

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Build Connections to Make an Impact

On February 16, 2023 by Kari Thurlow

LeadingAge Minnesota is more than an association. It’s a community built on a foundation of meaningful relationships and a common understanding of what it means to be an aging services professional. Our shared experiences help us know deeply the profound impact chronic underfunding of senior care services has on the well-being of professional caregivers, their families, and the people we serve.

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Phil Fisher Named Spirit of Aging Award Recipient by LeadingAge Minnesota

On February 9, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran

Philip Fisher was chosen to receive this year’s Spirit of Aging Award for giving so much to others during his life.

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Knute Nelson Announces Senior Leadership Changes

On February 9, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran

Knute Nelson leaders Katie Perry and Angie Urman have taken on new positions within the organization’s senior leadership team.

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Cindy Meyer, Benedictine Living Community in Crookson, Named LeadingAge Minnesota’s Caregiver of the Year

On February 9, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran

Cindy Meyer, Licensed Practical Nurse and Team Leader at Benedictine Living Community in Crookston, was named the Caregiver of the Year by LeadingAge Minnesota at the organization’s annual Institute & Expo. 

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Mental Health First Aid Course—Free Training Starting in March

On February 9, 2023 by Terri Foley

New cohorts of  Mental Health First Aid training are starting March 7. Space is limited, so register now. The sessions are free for staff of LeadingAge Minnesota provider members through a partnership between LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation and Winona State University.

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Administrators Chosen for Three Future Veterans Homes

On February 9, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran

The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) is pleased to announce that the Administrators of the future Veterans Homes in Preston, Bemidji and Montevideo have been selected.

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Gail Skoglund, Director of Adult Day Services at Cassia, Receives Top Leadership Award

On February 9, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran

Gail Skoglund, Director of Adult Day Services at Cassia in Edina was honored by LeadingAge Minnesota with the Outstanding Leadership Award at the LeadingAge Minnesota Institute & Expo.

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Joe Hanson, Nurse Manager at Walker Methodist Care Suites, Receives Rising Star Award

On February 9, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran

Joe Hanson, Nurse Manager at Walker Methodist Care Suites, in Edina was recently honored by LeadingAge Minnesota with the Rising Star Award. The award recognizes a person who stands out in their recent efforts to transform and enhance the experience of aging.

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Leann Wright Named Board Trustee of the Year by LeadingAge Minnesota

On February 9, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran

Leann Wright, Past President of Eventide Senior Living Communities in Moorhead, MN, was recently named Board Trustee of the Year by LeadingAge Minnesota.

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Judy Rubertus, Boutwells Landing, Named Volunteer of the Year at Institute

On February 9, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran

Judy Rubertus, a volunteer with Boutwells Landing in Oak Park Heights, MN, has been named LeadingAge Minnesota’s Volunteer of the Year Award. The award recognizes individuals who volunteer in older adult services for their dedication, commitment, and positive impact on the lives of seniors and their communities. 

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Aging Services: Toolkits, Research, and Resources

On February 9, 2023 by Anna Mowry

Each month, our national partner, LeadingAge, focuses on a new workforce topic to share tools, articles, and research to help providers take action in their workforce efforts. January’s focus was on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and living out our commitment to DEI in organizations.

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New Protections for Pregnant and Nursing Employees

On February 9, 2023 by Mark Schulz

On Dec. 29, 2022, President Biden signed the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) and the Providing Urgent Maternal Protections for Nursing Mothers Act (PUMP) into law.

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New to Our LeadingAge Minnesota Community

On February 2, 2023 by Luke Jenkins

We continue to grow as an association and want to usher a big welcome to those new communities and organizations returning to LeadingAge Minnesota in the past few months. Please give them all a warm welcome!

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LeadingAge Calls of Feds to “Get Real on Ratios”

On February 2, 2023 by Mark Schulz

On Tuesday, LeadingAge released its “Get Real on Ratios” effort to advocate for a realistic federal minimum staffing requirement reflecting the reality of current staffing and funding crises.

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HUD Previews HOTMA Final Rule to Streamline Rental Assistance Calculations

On February 2, 2023 by Bobbie Guidry

On Jan. 31, HUD posted a preview version of its final rule implementing the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act (HOTMA), which Congress enacted in 2016. HOTMA was a bipartisan bill that sought to streamline aspects of HUD’s rental assistance programs, including by making changes to resident income calculations and reviews.

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Providers Should Weigh Pros and Cons of Federal Employee Retention Credit 

On February 2, 2023 by Jeff Bostic

As more providers continue to look at applying for an Employee Retention Credit (ERC), LeadingAge, our national partner, has developed a Frequently Asked Questions document that covers issues around eligibility and applying for those funds. 

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New Supplemental Nursing Services Agency Caps in Effect

On February 2, 2023 by Jeff Bostic

Each year, the state calculates the average salary of RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and TMAs in care centers using the data from the annual cost reports. Then the state computes the statutory caps on the amount Supplemental Nursing Services Agencies (SNSAs) can charge per hour for each type of staff. The new caps, effective Jan. 1, show significant increases due to staffing cost increases during the pandemic. 

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