News Archives
December 2023 Archives
Below is a list of all of the articles published in the selected month, ordered from most recent to least.
Elderly Waiver Rates Increasing Jan. 1
On December 28, 2023 by Jeff Bostic
Providers Required to Prepare Distribution Plan
As a result of advocacy by LeadingAge Minnesota and the Long-Term Care Imperative, 2024 rates for Elderly Waiver (EW) services include substantial increases for all services.
Deadlines Approaching for LTC Nurse Loan Forgiveness and HCBS Employee Scholarship, Loan Forgiveness Programs
On December 28, 2023 by Anna Mowry
Deadlines are quickly approaching for two programs that can be utilized to support our long-term care workforce and employee professional development: the Minnesota Long-Term Care Nurse Loan Forgiveness Program and the Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Employee Scholarship & Loan Forgiveness.
New LeadingAge Minnesota Solution: Girard’s Business Solutions
On December 28, 2023 by Stacy Rogers
Girard's Business Solutions, a preferred vendor for LeadingAge Minnesota Solutions, offers an impressive range of over 20 Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR) designed to enhance efficiency in sectors like floor care, food delivery and bussing, secure medical supply transport, and more.
Two Leaders at Sholom Promoted to New Positions
On December 28, 2023 by Jessica Lacher
Two employees at Sholom’s Roitenberg Family Assisted Living on the Ackerberg Family Sholom West campus have been promoted to new leadership positions.
Mental Health First Aid: Become an Instructor
On December 28, 2023 by Anna Mowry
LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation, in partnership with Winona State University, is sponsoring a limited number of individuals to become certified instructors of the Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Training at no cost – a value of $2,895 per participant.
Legislative Task Force on Aging Meets to Discuss Minnesota’s Rural Seniors and Transportation Issues
On December 28, 2023 by Kayla Khang
The Legislative Task Force on Aging convened on Dec. 12 to hear presentations from critical entities to shed light on challenges faced by seniors in rural Minnesota.
LeadingAge Minnesota Solutions Announces Official Partnership with Corpay to Provide Customers with Simplified Payment Processes Via Corpay AP Solution
On December 21, 2023 by Stacy Rogers
LeadingAge Minnesota Solutions is announcing its partnership with Corpay, a FLEETCOR company and global leader in business payments, to provide best-in-class AP automation for invoicing, commercial, and virtual Mastercard services for senior living communities throughout Minnesota.
New Leaders at Minnesota Veterans Homes - Minneapolis
On December 21, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran
The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs has recently named two new leaders. Doug Britain was named the new Campus Administrator for the Minnesota Veterans Homes - Minneapolis effective Dec. 6. Razaq (Zaq) Adedayo, DNP, RN, was selected as the new Director of Nursing (DON) for the Minneapolis Veterans Home effective Nov. 8.
Holiday Hours and Communication Updates from LeadingAge Minnesota
On December 21, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran
As the holiday season approaches, we want to inform you about our holiday hours and communication plans at LeadingAge Minnesota.
Several Landlord-Tenant Law Changes Effective Jan. 1
On December 21, 2023 by Bobbie Guidry
The 2023 Legislative Session brought several changes to Landlord-Tenant Laws under Minnesota law (§504B), which governs requirements landlords and tenants must follow in a rental situation. Many of the changes take effect on Jan. 1.
Jan. 1 Employment Law and Other Changes
On December 21, 2023 by Mark Schulz
Several new laws or requirements will become effective on Jan. 1. Many relate to employment situations, new regulatory requirements, and healthcare entity transactions.
Covenant Living of Golden Valley Receives Prestigious Wellness Award
On December 14, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran
Covenant Living of Golden Valley, a LeadingAge Minnesota member, has been awarded the 2023 ICAA NuStep Beacon Award, solidifying its position among North America's Top 25 'Best in Wellness' senior living communities.
Meaningful Activities Quality Improvement Project Recognized in ICan Contest
On December 14, 2023 by Julie Apold
A team from the Melrose Care Center Activities Department was recognized for their quality improvement project in LeadingAge Minnesota’s ICan Quality Improvement Contest.
News from LeadingAge: Op-Ed, Letters Urge Action to Fix Broken Approach to Paying for Long-Term Care
On December 14, 2023 by LeadingAge
In a letter sent to members of Congress and an opinion piece published in The Hill (Fix Needed Now: America’s Long-Term Care Financing System is Broken), LeadingAge president and CEO Katie Smith Sloan urges lawmakers to be “courageous” and “offer bold solutions” to address the crisis millions of older adults and families are navigating now as they struggle to access and pay for long-term care.
Apply by Jan. 5 for the HCBS Employee Scholarship & Loan Forgiveness Program
On December 14, 2023 by Anna Mowry
The Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Employee Scholarship and Loan Forgiveness application is open until Jan. 5, 2024.
MDH Anonymous Feedback Results are In
On December 14, 2023 by Mark Schulz
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has made its anonymous survey process feedback results public, with most respondents reflecting a positive survey experience.
Annual Assisted Living Resident Quality of Life and Family Satisfaction Surveys to Launch in January
On December 14, 2023 by Bobbie Guidry
The State of Minnesota is conducting annual resident quality of life and family satisfaction surveys in assisted living communities across the state starting in January and lasting most of the year.
2024 Quality Improvement Contest Announced
On December 7, 2023 by Julie Apold
If quality improvement and staff retention are on your 2024 to-do list, join us for the start of the 2024 ICan Quality Improvement Contest by registering for the ICan Information Session on Feb. 14 from 11:30 to noon.
Colliers Securities Public Finance Team Welcomes Veteran Banker Aaron Schroeder as Senior Vice President
On December 7, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran
The public finance team of Colliers Securities is thrilled to welcome Aaron Schroeder as a Senior Vice President, based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Admissions Process Quality Improvement Project Takes Top Ranking in ICan Contest
On December 7, 2023 by Julie Apold
The Fergus Falls Minnesota Veterans Home team ranked first in LeadingAge Minnesota’s 2023 ICan Quality Improve Contest. The team took on a project to improve the admissions process for staff and residents.
November Lunch and Learn: Medication Errors
On December 7, 2023 by Kari Everson
LeadingAge Minnesota’s November Lunch and Learn discussed medication errors, how to review errors, and providing feedback that promotes continued safety and identification of future errors.
LeadingAge Minnesota Advocates for Seniors in DC
On December 7, 2023 by Erin Huppert
This week, senior care providers joined LeadingAge Minnesota in traveling to Washington, DC, to advocate for seniors’ access to care. Leaders from several senior care organizations based in Minnesota completed seven visits over 36 hours, reinforcing concerns from across the state about a pervasive workforce shortage.