News Archives
February 2024 Archives
Below is a list of all of the articles published in the selected month, ordered from most recent to least.
2024 Nurse Leadership Program – Register Today
On February 29, 2024 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 Program.
LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation Welcomes Gina DiMaggio
On February 29, 2024 by Lori Meyer
With great excitement, the LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation welcomes Gina DiMaggio as our new Foundation Director. Gina comes to us with deep experience in philanthropy —serving most recently as Senior Program Manager for the Medica Foundation and the Pohlad Family Foundation before that.
Becky Kaufmann Joins HDG® As VP of Clinical Services
On February 29, 2024 by Libbie Chapuran
Health Dimensions Group® (HDG®) is pleased to announce that Becky Kaufmann has been named vice president of clinical services.
A Year-Long Celebration of Aging Services to #ElevateAging
On February 29, 2024 by Dan Nelson
Launched in January, this is the third month of our #ElevateAging campaign. Don’t worry if you missed out so far; you can jump in anytime!
New HOTMA Implementation Resource
On February 29, 2024 by Bobbie Guidry
LeadingAge, our national partner, and DeSilva Housing Group have developed a “Mission-Driven HOTMA Implementation Discretionary Checklist” with suggested approaches and sample language for discretionary updates to Tenant Selection Plans.
Recommit to and Re-Engage with Safe Care to Eliminate Preventable Harm
On February 29, 2024 by Julie Apold
Join us in our mission to eliminate preventable harm in caregiving by taking two critical steps to re-double your Safe Care efforts:
MDH Issues Notice About Infection Control
On February 29, 2024 by Mark Schulz
On Feb. 28, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) issued a govdelivery notice about infection control to assisted living facilities and nursing homes.
State Budget Forecast Shows Increased Surplus
On February 29, 2024 by Jeff Bostic
Earlier today, the Minnesota Department of Management and Budget (MMB) released the February budget forecast today, revealing an improved budget outlook compared to the previous forecast in November.
Senate Hearing on MDH BGS Cost Shift
On February 22, 2024 by Mark Schulz
On Feb. 19, the Senate Human Services Committee, chaired by Sen. John Hoffman, held a hearing where the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) presented information about their change in fiscal policy about subsidizing MDH-licensed provider background studies.
Register Now to Help Reframe Aging in Minnesota
On February 22, 2024 by Libbie Chapuran
In partnership with the Center for Healthy Aging and Innovation at the University of Minnesota and several state partners, our state is bringing in experts from the National Center to Reframe Aging for a series of sessions we can pick from to help leaders in the aging field to more effectively communicate and reframe how people think about aging.
Join Nurse Leaders at 2024 MN-DONA Spring Connection in Duluth
On February 22, 2024 by Libbie Chapuran
The 2024 MN-DONA Spring Connection is on May 8 and 9 at the Holiday Inn and Suites in Duluth. It will be attended by about 120 nurse leaders in skilled nursing and assisted living from across Minnesota.
2024 Nurse Leadership Certificate Program starts on March 27
On February 22, 2024 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.
Getting Started with Safe Care Webinar Series Registration Open
On February 22, 2024 by Sharon Hollister
Join us for a webinar series on April 3, 10, and 17, 2024, to introduce you and your organization to the basic principles and practices of the LeadingAge Minnesota Safe Care initiative.
Todd Ellingson Named Chief Financial Officer at Health Dimensions Group®
On February 22, 2024 by Libbie Chapuran
Health Dimensions Group® (HDG®), a leading management and consulting organization serving those committed to the successful delivery of senior living, post-acute, and long-term care, is pleased to announce Todd Ellingson has been named chief financial officer (CFO).
RFP Reminder: Mental Health Grants for Health Care Professionals
On February 22, 2024 by Anna Mowry
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has released a request for proposals for the Mental Health Grants for Health Care Professionals program, with a deadline to apply by March 8.
New Resources Available: Fact Sheets to Aid in Advocacy Efforts
On February 22, 2024 by Erin Huppert
If you're involved in advocacy efforts related to workforce, wages, and regulatory barriers, we have some great resources that can help.
Two-hour Time Limit Continues for Nurse Aide Knowledge Test
On February 22, 2024 by Anna Mowry
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) announced that the knowledge test for the nurse aide exam will continue to have a two-hour completion time limit to support candidates with diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
Attend Your Precinct Caucus
On February 22, 2024 by Dan Nelson
Coming up next week, the major parties in Minnesota are having their precinct caucuses for the 2024 elections.
Organizing Labor in the News
On February 22, 2024 by Mark Schulz
With the recent labor-related activity and public forums of the Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board (NHWSB) at the top of many members' minds, LeadingAge Minnesota is sharing several resources currently available or under development to support its members.
LTC Imperative Surveys Show Workforce and Financial Challenges Faced by Providers
On February 22, 2024 by Jeff Bostic
LeadingAge Minnesota and its Long-Term Care Imperative partner recently finished compiling the results of a provider survey focused on workforce and financial challenges, as well as another survey looking at nursing home occupancy. The results of the surveys will be used in the Long-Term Care Imperative’s messaging during the legislative session that recently got underway.
Bethesda Announces New Vice President of Development and Marketing
On February 15, 2024 by Libbie Chapuran
Kristin Rucks is the new Vice President of Development and Marketing at Bethesda, a long-time member of LeadingAge Minnesota, serving seniors in and around Willmar, MN.
Certify Your Team in Mental Health First Aid
On February 15, 2024 by Anna Mowry
No-cost sessions of Mental Health First Aid are being offered to LeadingAge Minnesota members this spring.
Register Your ICan Quality Improvement Team by March 14
On February 15, 2024 by Julie Apold
The deadline for registering a team for this year’s ICan Quality Improvement Contest is March 14. The contest involves developing and implementing a Quality Improvement project identified and led by front-line staff.
News from LeadingAge: MA Plans Can’t Terminate Skilled Care Because Beneficiaries Don’t Improve
On February 15, 2024 by LeadingAge
LeadingAge, along with its coalition partners on Medicare Advantage (MA), asked CMS to clarify that MA plans must follow Medicare regulations related to the Jimmo Settlement Agreement (2013) when making coverage determinations.
Effective July 1, New Housing Support Rate
On February 15, 2024 by Bobbie Guidry
On July 1, 2024, the Housing Support maximum monthly room and board rate will increase to $1,170.
Join us for LeadingAge Minnesota’s 2024 Day at the Capitol
On February 15, 2024 by Kayla Khang
Registrations are open for LeadingAge Minnesota’s annual Day at the Capitol! Join us on Wednesday, March 20, for advocacy training and legislative visits. Register by March 8 to secure your spot.
2024 Virtual Institute - Feb. 27
On February 15, 2024 by Sharon Hollister
Join us Feb. 27-29 for the 2024 virtual Institute — three days of all-new sessions on even more topics important to you.
Exploring Global Workforce Solutions in Nairobi, Kenya
On February 15, 2024 by Anna Mowry
In January, LeadingAge Minnesota members traveled to Nairobi, Kenya, to explore international recruitment partnerships with a delegation of other Minnesota providers led by Rep. Mohamud Noor of the Minnesota House of Representatives.
Minnesota Lawmakers Gavel-in the 2024 Legislative Session
On February 15, 2024 by Erin Huppert
The Minnesota Legislature convened this week on Monday, Feb. 12. Legislators are expected to be focused on policy proposals and capital investment – also known as the bonding bill.
Presbyterian Homes & Services Announces CEO Retirement and Transition Plan
On February 8, 2024 by Libbie Chapuran
Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS) President and CEO Dan Lindh has announced his retirement after a career of more than 47 years with the organization.