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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.

Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board Meets for The First Time

On September 21, 2023 by Erin Huppert

The Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board, created during the past legislative session, met for the first time last Thursday.

Minimum Staffing Standard – 24/7 RN Requirement

On September 21, 2023 by Mark Schulz

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) published the nursing home minimum staffing standards proposed rule in the Federal Register on Sept. 6 and proposes standards that include minimum staffing for Registered Nurses (RNs) and nurse aides (NAs). 

Become an Employer Partner of NextGen – Train. Test. Work.

On September 14, 2023 by Anna Mowry

Employers can sign up now to become an employer partner for the next round of the Next Generation Nursing Assistant or NextGen “barrier-free” training program.

High School Credit for Caring Careers Provides New Incentives to Work, Earn, and Learn

On September 14, 2023 by Anna Mowry

As Minnesota high schoolers head back to school this fall, they have new incentives to work in caring careers.

Minimum Staffing Standard Overview and Data Analysis

On September 7, 2023 by Mark Schulz

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) published the nursing home minimum staffing standards proposed rule in the Federal Register on Sept. 6 and proposes standards that include minimum staffing for registered nurses (RNs) and nurse aides.

Workforce Incentive Grant Program for Care Centers- Deadline Extended

On September 7, 2023 by Jeff Bostic

The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) has decided to extend the application deadline for the Nursing Facility Workforce Incentive Grant Program to Friday, Sept. 15. DHS has posted a revised version of the RFP and application form for Workforce Incentive Grants on the Nursing Facility Provider Portal.

CMS Releases Proposed Nursing Home Minimum Staff Rule

On September 1, 2023 by Mark Schulz

Despite the current workforce reality, the evidence that no single staffing level would guarantee quality care, and our ardent advocacy to negate the most troubling portions of this rule, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has proposed a rule that will impose minimum staffing ratios. We are disappointed our calls to moderate and mitigate the potentially devastating impacts of the rule were not heeded.

CDC and MDH Show Uptick in COVID-19 Cases

On August 31, 2023 by Kari Everson

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is reporting an increase in COVID-19 cases as of last week. The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) COVID-19 status update shows Minnesota’s cases are increasing, especially in people 85 and older.

CMS Nursing Home Minimum Staffing Study Leaked

On August 31, 2023 by Mark Schulz

A nursing home minimum staffing feasibility study commissioned by CMS was leaked this week. The key findings provide important insights into the challenges of proposing and implementing staffing ratios in nursing homes.

Minnesota Human Services Tour Highlights Session Victories for Elderly Waiver

On August 31, 2023 by Erin Huppert

Members and staff of the House and Senate Human Services Committees went into the community last week to experience firsthand the care given by long-term care providers, see the impact of their legislative actions, and talk about priorities for 2024. Over a single day, they visited five providers of senior care and disability services.

New Resources! Background Checks, Cannabis, Education, and Staffing Tools for Members

On August 24, 2023 by Kari Everson

Four new resources requested by members are now available in LeadingAge Minnesota’s Resource Library related to cannabis, education requirements, staffing in assisted living, and background checks.

DLI Releases 2024 Minimum-Wage Rate Adjustments

On August 24, 2023 by Mark Schulz

The Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) released the minimum-wage rate information that begins on Jan. 1, 2024. Minnesota's minimum wage rates will be adjusted for inflation on Jan. 1, 2024, to $10.85 an hour for large employers and $8.85 an hour for other state minimum wages.

Session Law Impacts Assisted Living Consumer Surveys

On August 17, 2023 by Erin Huppert

Effective Aug. 1, 2023, two modifications were made to consumer surveys for assisted living, adult day services, and home care.

DHS Posts Request for Applications for Workforce Incentive Grants

On August 14, 2023 by Jeff Bostic

The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) has posted a Request for Applications for Workforce Incentive Grants for care centers on the nursing facility provider portal.

National Survey Gives Insights on Nursing Home Salaries and Benefits

On August 10, 2023 by Anna Mowry

Released last week, the nation’s largest nursing home salary report shows a continued upward trend for nursing home staff salaries.

2023 Foundation Golf Tournament Raises More Than $62,000

On August 3, 2023 by Jenny Prosser

The 2023 LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation Golf Tournament helped raise funds for the next round of caregiver scholarships. Thanks to golfers, sponsors, volunteers, and ticket sales, the event raised over $62,000 before expenses.

Top New Laws Starting Aug. 1

On August 3, 2023 by Mark Schulz

Several new laws became effective before or on Aug. 1 and impact senior care services in the state. While you can review more information about these changes and more in the 2023 Legislative Report, we have provided links to Advantage articles for topics previously discussed for easy reference and review.

CMS Releases Final SNF PPS Rule that Updates SNF Rates and Quality Measures

On August 3, 2023 by Jeff Bostic

Earlier this week, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) published the annual final rule that updates the Prospective Payment System (PPS) rates for care centers. The rule calls for an update in the rates starting Oct. 1 that averages 4%.

New Data Portal Workforce Benchmarking and Trend Reports

On July 27, 2023 by Julie Apold

Enhanced benchmarking reports have been added to the LeadingAge Minnesota Data Portal to help you track your data over time and benchmark your performance with other member organizations.

It’s Time to Transition Your Temporary Nurse Aides

On July 27, 2023 by Anna Mowry

Temporary nurse aides hired or who worked under the 1135 waiver have until Sept. 11 to be added to the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry. LeadingAge Minnesota is here to help providers with this transition process.

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