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Category: Member News
Welcome to the Member News category. These stories are intended for current LeadingAge Minnesota members, profiling aging services professionals, providing new resources, and keeping them informed about the aging services community.
Health Dimensions Group® Names Erin Hilligan Chief Operating Officer
On September 18, 2025 by LeadingAge Minnesota
Health Dimensions Group® (HDG®), a leading senior living, post-acute, and long-term care management and consulting firm based in Minneapolis, Minn., has named Erin Hilligan as its chief operating officer (COO). With this role, Hilligan joins HDG’s Executive Leadership Team.
Feature Your “Changemakers” During the 2026 Institute & Expo!
On September 11, 2025 by Ben Hansen
During our 2026 Institute & Expo, we’re excited to feature photos of residents centered on our Institute theme of Changemakers.
Could Your Community Be Featured at the 2026 Institute & Expo?
On August 7, 2025 by Ben Hansen
During our 2026 Institute & Expo, we’re excited to feature photos of residents centered on our Institute theme of Changemakers.
Who’s Your Shining Star? Nominate Your Team, Leaders, Volunteers for 2026 Stars Among Us Awards
On August 7, 2025 by Barbara Landeen
Have you identified the people in your organization to nominate for LeadingAge Minnesota’s Stars Among Us Award nominations? This popular recognition program shines the spotlight on the best and brightest people working, living, and volunteering in our communities.
Common Cybersecurity and Data Privacy Facing Organizations Today
On July 31, 2025 by LeadingAge Minnesota
With the average data breach costing organizations $4.88 million, we must be aware of the leading cybersecurity threats.
Nominate Your Team, Leaders, Volunteers for 2026 Stars Among Us Awards
On July 24, 2025 by Barbara Landeen
LeadingAge Minnesota’s Stars Among Us Award nominations are in full swing for 2026. This popular recognition program shines the spotlight on the best and brightest people working, living, and volunteering in our communities. Who on your team deserves the spotlight? Tell us about them today.
St. Francis Health Services Showcases New Technology, Welcomes State Senators
On July 17, 2025 by Jessica Lacher
LeadingAge Minnesota member St. Francis Health Services had a busy and exciting week filled with innovation and advocacy. Heritage Manor Healthcare Center in Chisholm made headlines in the Mesabi Tribune for hosting a public event that introduced two new additions to its programming: Pepper, an interactive humanoid robot, and Mobii, a state-of-the-art projection system.
Lakehouse HealthCare and Rehabilitation Center Shares Vision with Minneapolis Mayor
On July 17, 2025 by Jessica Lacher
LeadingAge Minnesota staff members Jessica Lacher and Shelli Bakken recently joined members Leon Tarlow and Reuben Knobel of Lakehouse Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center for a meet-and-greet with Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey.
Rodè & Coffin, LLC Announces New Partner
On July 3, 2025 by LeadingAge Minnesota
We’re always pleased to celebrate the growth and accomplishments of our members. This month, we’re excited to share a significant announcement from Rodè & Coffin, LLC.
Presbyterian Homes & Services dedicates latest addition to senior living community in Saint Paul
On July 3, 2025 by LeadingAge Minnesota
Marvella, a vibrant senior living community in Saint Paul, Minnesota, celebrated a major milestone recently. A dedication ceremony for its newest addition brought together business leaders, senior managers and staff from Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS) to mark the occasion.
Health Dimensions Group® Celebrates 25 Years of Dedication to Seniors
On June 18, 2025 by LeadingAge Minnesota
Health Dimensions Group® (HDG® ), a leading senior living, post-acute, and long-term care management and consulting firm based in Minneapolis, MN, is proud to celebrate its 25th anniversary in 2025, a milestone marking a quarter-century of empowering seniors across the nation to live their best lives.
Orchard Path Breaks Ground on New Expansion
On June 18, 2025 by LeadingAge Minnesota
Orchard Path, a Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS) senior living community located in Apple Valley, MN, recently broke ground on a new expansion to its existing community. This expansion includes 75 new independent living apartments, as well as a beautiful new community room and an elegant outdoor patio.
Member Spotlight: Griswold Twin Cities Fosters Intergenerational Connections
On June 12, 2025 by Jessica Lacher
We love celebrating the inspiring work of our members at LeadingAge Minnesota, and we’re proud to shine a spotlight on Griswold Twin Cities for their leadership in fostering meaningful intergenerational connections.
Nelson Care Center by Vivie Earns Prestigious CMC 5-Star Rating
On June 12, 2025 by LeadingAge Minnesota
Nelson Care Center by Vivie is proud to announce it has been awarded a prestigious 5-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), following its most recent survey in March. This top-tier rating reflects the organization’s commitment to delivering exceptional care and support to the people it serves.
Bauer Design Group Celebrates 20th Anniversary
On May 22, 2025 by LeadingAge Minnesota
Celebrating 20 years in business is a milestone that humbles us. The road wasn’t always smooth, but the work—and the relationships—made every mile worth it. In 2005, Mike Bauer founded Bauer Design Build on a simple promise: help people with what they need and give back, no strings attached.
Saint Therese Acquires the Belvedere Senior Community In Westlake, Ohio
On May 1, 2025 by LeadingAge Minnesota
On Thursday, May 1, 2025, aging care and services leader Saint Therese announced it is acquiring The Belvedere of Heritage Retirement Communities of Westlake, Ohio.
IL Executives Network Focuses on Purposeful Living at April Meeting
On April 24, 2025 by Jessica Lacher
Thank you to everyone who attended the Independent Living Executives Networking Group on Wednesday, April 23. We are especially grateful to Rob Lahammer, vice president of engagement and advocacy at Presbyterian Homes & Services, for leading a thoughtful and engaging session on purposeful living in senior living communities.
Vista Prairie Communities Expands Leadership Team – Kacey Kasel Appointed as Regional Director of Operations
On April 17, 2025 by LeadingAge Minnesota
Earlier this week, Vista Prairie Communities (VPC) is pleased announced the return of Kacey Kasel, RN, BSN, PHN, LALD as a Regional Director of Operations (RDO). In this expanded leadership role, Kacey will provide additional operational support to VPC’s communities, ensuring a continued focus on excellence in care, team development, and resident well-being.
Health Dimensions Group® Names Barbara Klick Executive Vice President of Quality
On March 20, 2025 by LeadingAge Minnesota
On Tuesday, March 18, 2025, Health Dimensions Group® (HDG®), a leading senior living, post-acute, and long-term care management and consulting firm based in Minneapolis, MN, announced that they have hired Barbara Klick as executive vice president of quality. With this position, Klick will join HDG’s Executive Leadership Team.
Senator Klobuchar’s Office Holds Series of Roundtable Discussions on Senior Issues
On March 6, 2025 by Shelli Bakken
Outreach staff from Senator Klobuchar’s office have been travelling Minnesota to convene roundtable discussions with senior care providers, senior advocates, and community leaders.