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Category: Featured News
Welcome to the Featured News category. The following news items include major developments in the aging services world, as well as important notifications and timely reminders.
Safe Care for Seniors Action Honor Roll Announced
On February 18, 2020 by Jodi Boyne
Fifty-one LeadingAge Minnesota members have been named to the Safe Care for Seniors Action Honor Roll. The Action Honor Roll recognizes aging services providers who have made the Safe Care for Seniors pledge and demonstrated action and outcomes in prevention, safety, respect, learning and improvement, and collaboration.
Legislators Kick-Off the 2020 Legislative Session; We’re Ready to Advocate for You
On February 12, 2020 by Libbie Chapuran
Yesterday marked the first day of Minnesota’s 2020 legislative session and we are ready to advocate for you, maximizing our time at the State Capitol advocating for several public policy solutions this session that will benefit the seniors you serve and their caregivers.
Gov. Tim Walz: One Minnesota Requires an Age-Friendly Lens
On February 12, 2020 by Jodi Boyne
Governor Tim Walz joined the LeadingAge Minnesota Institute & Expo last week to present the Caregiver of the Year Award, express his appreciation for professional caregivers and share his vision for an Age-Friendly Minnesota.
Focus on Value and Outcomes as Payment Models Evolve
On January 21, 2020 by Jodi Boyne
Post-acute care providers must demonstrate their value and outcomes in more care setting as payment models evolve in the coming years, according to a new report by Avalere Health.
Engage Front Line Staff in ICan to Improve Quality
On January 21, 2020 by Jenna Kellerman
Are you ready to engage your front-line staff in quality improvmeent? Register today for a webinar on Feb. 25 at 10 a.m. to learn more about our ICan: Driving Quality and Innovation from the Front-Line program and how your team could win $500 in our kick-off conteast.
MDH Edits Electronic Monitoring Consent Forms for Clarity
On January 21, 2020 by Jonathan Lips
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has posted revised versions of the Electronic Monitoring consent forms originally released in December. To make it easier for consumers to find and access the forms, MDH has posted them to a newly-created webpage.
Got 2 Minutes? Check Out Advantage – in Audio!
On January 14, 2020 by Jodi Boyne
Don’t have time to read the entire Advantage newsletter? Prefer to listen to the latest headlines and news? Check out the new 2-Minute News, an audio recap of the most important news you need to know each week.
President’s Message: Embrace Change - New Year. New Opportunity.
On January 14, 2020 by Gayle Kvenvold
There has never been a more dynamic and exciting time in the field of aging services. Together we are shaping the next generation of older adult services and, for all the challenges that will entail, it will be an amazing era of creativity – one fueled by the power of the professional and personal relationships we build with one another.
Care Center Employee Retention Improved in 2018
On January 14, 2020 by Jeff Bostic
There’s good news in the area of employee retention for care centers. Our recent analysis of the employee retention data reported by care centers on the 2018 cost reports found that rates returned to the relatively high levels of the early part of the decade.
CMS Releases Results of Second Year of Value-Based Purchasing
On January 7, 2020 by Jeff Bostic
The Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the results of the second year of implementation of Value-Based Purchasing (VBP) for skilled nursing settings. The results are a mixed review for Minnesota care centers.
Online Calculator: What’s Your Turnover Cost?
On January 7, 2020 by Jenna Kellerman
An organization that averages 40 staff terminations per year is spending at least $180,000. What’s your turnover cost? A new online calculator from LeadingAge can help you see how much staff turnover is costing your community.
New SNSA (Nursing Pool) Caps in Effect
On January 1, 2020 by Jeff Bostic
The State of Minnesota has set the statutory limits that Supplemental Nursing Services Agencies (SNSAs) can charge per hour for each type of staff. The new caps are effective Jan. 1, 2020.
15 Providers Named to Safe Care for Seniors Action Honor Roll
On December 18, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
Fifteen LeadingAge Minnesota members have been named to the Safe Care for Seniors Action Honor Roll.
Congress Approves Bill Providing Pathway to Citizenship for Some Liberians
On December 18, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
Congress has approved legislation that will provide some Liberian immigrants in Minnesota and across the country permanent residency and a path to citizenship. The bill is expected to be signed into law yet this year.
Electronic Monitoring: Consent Form Pending Final MDH Approval
On December 18, 2019 by Libbie Chapuran
Effective Jan. 1, 2020, there will be new protections and consent procedures for residents and families, and roommates where applicable, who instill hidden electronic monitoring devices. The new law requires you to have each resident fill out a form to be provided by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH). The form has not been finalized by MDH.
State Budget Forecast Shows Growth in Surplus
On December 10, 2019 by Jeff Bostic
The annual November budget forecast released last week shows a projected growth in the state’s budget surplus for the current biennium, which ends on June 30, 2021, to more than $1.3 billion. That’s an increase of more than $1 billion from the end of the legislative session, when the Legislature adjourned with a relatively small projected surplus.
Reconnect with Your Lawmakers Before Session Begins
On December 10, 2019 by Libbie Chapuran
Was the last time you connected with your lawmaker during session? It’s time to dust off your advocacy hat and invite your lawmakers into your community before the next legislative session starts on Feb. 11, 2020. To help you accomplish this goal, we have developed a new resource for you.
The Pace Picks Up in Assisted Living Licensure Rulemaking
On December 10, 2019 by Bobbie Guidry
LeadingAge Minnesota staff and members are participating in three processes this week that will shape the next generation of assisted living.
Safe Care for Seniors: Do 1 Thing This Month
On December 3, 2019 by Julie Apold
More than a dozen LeadingAge Minnesota members have completed their 5-Step Action Plan and will soon be announced to our first-ever Safe Care for Seniors Action Honor Roll. Are you ready to join them? Let us know by completing your Safe Care for Seniors Self-Assessment.
Now Available: Sample Templates for Electronic Monitoring Policies and Communications
On December 3, 2019 by Bobbie Guidry
As we covered in last week’s Advantage, LeadingAge Minnesota in partnership with Voigt, Rode, Boxeth and Coffin have developed sample templates to assist you in developing policies and communications for the new electronic monitoring requirements that go into effect Jan. 1, 2020. The templates are now available!
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