News Archives
May 2026 Archives
Below is a list of all of the articles published in the selected month, ordered from most recent to least.
Strengthen MDS Accuracy, Quality Outcomes, and Reimbursement Performance
On May 7, 2026 by Sharon Hollister
Accurate MDS practice is critical to aligning resident care, quality outcomes, and financial performance. To support providers in strengthening this work, LeadingAge Minnesota is offering two in-person MDS training opportunities tailored to different experience levels.
Public Retirement Celebration for Tim Hokanson, Longtime CEO of Mount Olivet
On May 7, 2026 by LeadingAge Minnesota
After forty years of unwavering, visionary leadership at Mount Olivet Careview Home, Mount Olivet Home, and Mount Olivet Day Services, Tim Hokanson will retire on June 1, 2026.
Sholom Announces Historic $8 Million Investment to Strengthen Inclusive Senior Care for the Future
On May 7, 2026 by LeadingAge Minnesota
On May 1, Sholom, a nonprofit senior care organization, announced a historic $8 million infrastructure investment alongside refreshed brand messaging that reflects its commitment to belonging, dignity, and inclusive community.
Catholic Eldercare Adds Community Serving Older Adults in Blaine
On May 7, 2026 by LeadingAge Minnesota
Catholic Eldercare is honored to announce the addition of Crest View Senior Community at Blaine to their family.
Sign Up for the Final Fund Developer Network Meetings of the Year
On May 7, 2026 by Gina DiMaggio
Thank you to everyone who joined us in person on May 6 for a meaningful afternoon of networking, idea sharing and peer learning around the topic of AI in fundraising. We appreciated the opportunity to connect with professionals from across the aging services field and continue strengthening this valuable community.
Leadership Academy Welcomes the 2026 Cohort, Sets New Milestone
On May 7, 2026 by Barbara Landeen
Leadership in aging services has never mattered more. At a time of growing complexity and change, LeadingAge Minnesota is proud to welcome the 2026 Leadership Academy class — an extraordinary group of 46 emerging and established leaders committed to shaping the future of aging services with courage, compassion, and purpose.
Department of Education Finalizes Rule Limiting Federal Student Loans for Key Healthcare Professions
On May 7, 2026 by Anna Mowry
On May 1st, the U.S. Department of Education published a final rule implementing changes to federal student loan limits for graduate and professional degree programs. The rule finalizes, without modification, the Department’s definition of “professional degree,” despite significant concerns raised during the public comment period.
HUD Changes to Service Coordinator Grant Process
On May 7, 2026 by Shelli Bakken
Following a change in leadership overseeing Resident Service Coordinator (RSC) grants at the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the agency is now projecting full-year renewal funds for Calendar Year 2026 grants by early June.
Over 79% of DLI Ergonomic Safety Grants Awarded to Healthcare Employers
On May 7, 2026 by Mark Schulz
The Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) continues to distribute funding through its Workplace Safety Grant Program, with healthcare employers — particularly nursing homes — remaining the primary recipients of ergonomic safety grant awards.
Register Today for 13th Annual Foundation Golf Tournament – Aug. 4
On May 7, 2026 by Jenny Prosser
Join us for an afternoon of golf, networking, and impact at the LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation Golf Tournament at Prestwick Golf Club in Woodbury. Proceeds support caregiver and employee scholarships—last year, you helped raise nearly $60,000!
Emergency Preparedness Training Series Underway
On May 7, 2026 by Mark Schulz
Yesterday (May 6) marked the launch of LeadingAge Minnesota’s new Emergency Preparedness Training Series for assisted living providers and nursing homes with the first webinar, Demystifying Preparedness: The Basics.
Staffing Mandates Rejected by Senate in Passage of Human Services Bill
On May 7, 2026 by Erin Huppert
On Wednesday, May 6, the Minnesota Senate passed its Human Services Finance Bill, SF4476, on a vote of 35-32. Critically, after tireless advocacy on the part of LeadingAge Minnesota members, a key provision to require nurse staffing ratios in nursing homes and assisted living facilities was removed from the bill prior to its passage.