News Archives
December 2024 Archives
Below is a list of all of the articles published in the selected month, ordered from most recent to least.
EduCare Releases Mental Illness Training Required for MN Assisted Livings
On December 19, 2024 by Anna Mowry
EduCare, LeadingAge Minnesota’s exclusive, on-demand training partner, is releasing new courses to meet new Assisted Living requirements.
Preparing For Changes in The Five-Star Quality Rating System
On December 19, 2024 by Kari Everson
January 2025 will bring significant updates to the Five-Star Quality Rating System. The freeze on four Quality Measures (QMs) that began in April 2024 will come to an end with the Care Compare update.
Updates To CMS Appendix PP: Revised Surveyor Guidance For Nursing Homes
On December 19, 2024 by Kari Everson
On Nov. 18, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released QSO-25-07-NH outlining updates to Appendix PP, including revised surveyor guidance and F-tag changes for nursing homes.
HUD Finalizes 30-Day Eviction Notification Rule
On December 19, 2024 by Bobbie Guidry
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has published a new rule requiring housing providers to provide written notification to tenants facing eviction for non-payment of rent 30 days in advance of filing a formal judicial eviction procedure.
National Healthcare Safety Network Respiratory Illness Reporting Changes Starting Jan. 1
On December 19, 2024 by Kari Everson
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently released finalized provisions for nursing home reporting through the National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).
Register Now for Our First District Meeting of 2025!
On December 12, 2024 by Lori Meyer
Mark your calendar and register for LeadingAge Minnesota’s (LAMN) first District Meeting of 2025. Scheduled for January 16, the agenda for this virtual meeting features an excellent line-up of speakers.
LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation Welcomes Kirstan Ketter
On December 12, 2024 by Anna Mowry
With great excitement, the LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation welcomes Kirstan Ketter as our new Foundation Project Manager to lead our initiative to bridge pathways between New Americans and senior care employers, a nearly $1million grant-funded investment from the DHS GEAR Division.
Last Chance to Share Your Stories at Next Year’s Institute
On December 5, 2024 by Sharon Hollister
Our theme—Courageous Thinking—celebrates bold ideas and innovations that enhance the lives of older adults.
Bob Dahl, President and CEO of Cassia, Announces Retirement
On December 5, 2024 by LeadingAge Minnesota
On Dec. 3, 2024, Bob Dahl, President and CEO of Cassia, formally announced his plan to retire in January 2026.
Nurses: Apply Now for Loan Forgiveness
On December 5, 2024 by Anna Mowry
The next cycle for the Minnesota Long-Term Care Nurse Loan Forgiveness Program is now open. The program provides funds to repay qualified educational loans for eligible RNs and LPNs.
Registration Open for Virtual January District Meeting
On December 5, 2024 by Lori Meyer
Mark your calendar and register for LeadingAge Minnesota’s first District Meeting of 2025. Scheduled for January 16, the agenda for this virtual meeting features: