News
Category: Notable News
Welcome to the Notable News category, which includes information on the latest issues in aging services.
Applications Now Open for 2024 DON of the Year
On July 25, 2024 by LeadingAge Minnesota
MN-DONA is now accepting nominations for 2024 DON of the Year, which will be presented at their Fall Conference on October 9-11 at Breezy Point Resort. The nomination deadline is Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024.
Fairview and Ebenezer’s Partnership Provides Coordinated and Personalized Care
On July 18, 2024 by Kayla Khang
Editor’s Note: Due to an error in the original, we are re-running this article from last week’s Advantage newsletter.
2025 Membership Renewal Process Underway
On July 18, 2024 by Jessica Lacher
We are incredibly grateful for your engagement with LeadingAge Minnesota, and we sincerely hope that you have found value in the education, resources, networking opportunities, and support that our organization is known for.
Data Portal: New Assisted Living Service Measures Provide Occupancy Data Across Levels of Service
On July 18, 2024 by Julie Apold
Updated LeadingAge Minnesota Data Portal benchmark reports are available for assisted living quality and service measures.
Fairview and Ebenezer’s Partnership Helps Provide Coordinated and Personalized Care
On July 11, 2024 by Kayla Khang
Fairview and Ebenezer’s affiliation enhances service and resource coordination for seniors.
Get Guaranteed Compliance with EduCare
On July 11, 2024 by Anna Mowry
EduCare is the premier on-demand education for senior care that guarantees compliance with Minnesota laws and regulations.
What Would You Do With $10,000? Value First’s 5-Star Sweepstakes Is An Opportunity for Your Community
On July 11, 2024 by Laura Nordaune
Value First’s 5-Star Sweepstakes is back! Your community could win one of five $10,000 prizes. What would you do with $10,000? Maybe replace outdated equipment or throw a staff party? The choice will be yours if you win.
Revolutionizing Recruitment: New Free Matching Platform Helps Connect Job Seekers to LTC Employers
On July 11, 2024 by Anna Mowry
CaringCareersStartHere.com has helped connect job seekers with long-term care employers over 1,500 times since the site’s launch in May. CaringCareersStartHere.com has welcomed over 30,000 visits to the site, elevating careers in aging services across the state.
LeadingAge Minnesota Names New Director of Communications
On July 11, 2024 by LeadingAge
LeadingAge Minnesota is thrilled to welcome Ben Hansen as our new Director of Communications!
#ElevateAging: Celebrate Aging Services All Year Long
On June 27, 2024 by Dan Nelson
Launched in January, this is the seventh month of our #ElevateAging campaign. Don’t worry if you missed out previous months, you can jump in at any time! Designed to reshape perceptions and inspire a positive narrative around aging services, this year-long initiative promises to bring together our community in a celebration of resilience, compassion, and dedication.
Sample EBP Policy Available for Members
On June 13, 2024 by Kari Everson
The LeadingAge Minnesota resource center now contains a new resource for implementing enhanced barrier precautions (EBP) in assisted living and nursing home settings.
Grow Your Workforce with CaringCareersStartHere.com
On June 13, 2024 by Anna Mowry
Long-term care providers can get matched to job seekers on CaringCareersStartHere.com – a resource dedicated to helping Minnesotans make a meaningful move into careers in aging services.
Member-only Discount to Post Open Positions to AgingServicesJobs.org
On June 13, 2024 by Anna Mowry
Post your open positions with a member-only discount on AgingServicesJobs.org – the premier job board for aging services employers to post their critical to fill positions and get connected with qualified applicants.
Legislative Task Force on Aging Meeting Highlights Older Workers’ Contributions to the Economy in Minnesota
On June 6, 2024 by Kayla Khang
By 2030, Minnesota will be home to almost 1.5 million people ages 65 and older, representing one in five people in the state.
#ElevateAging - A Celebration of Aging Services
On May 30, 2024 by Dan Nelson
Launched in January, this is the sixth month of our #ElevateAging campaign. Don’t worry if you missed out previous months, you can jump in at any time!
Member-only Rate for Posting on AgingServicesJobs.org
On May 23, 2024 by Anna Mowry
Post your open positions with a member-only discount on AgingServicesJobs.org – the premier job board for aging services employers to post their critical to fill positions and get connected with qualified applicants.
Introducing: Elopement Management Technology Playbook and Process Roadmap
On May 23, 2024 by Julie Apold
LeadingAge Minnesota is pleased to announce the Elopement Management Technology Playbook, the eighth in a series of workforce solution playbooks designed to assist you in identifying technology solutions to help address the workforce crisis.
2025 Institute and Expo Call for Presentations Now Open
On May 16, 2024 by Sharon Hollister
LeadingAge Minnesota is inviting all interested presenters to submit one or more proposals for educational programs at the 2025 Institute and Expo.
Get Matched to Minnesota Job Seekers with Caring Careers Start Here
On May 16, 2024 by Anna Mowry
Is your organization listed on CaringCareersStartHere.com? Long-term care providers can get matched to job seekers on CaringCareersStartHere.com – a resource dedicated to helping Minnesotans make a meaningful move into careers in aging services.
Three Weeks Left to Submit a Connected Communities Grant Application
On May 2, 2024 by Gina DiMaggio
The Connected Communities grant opportunity is available to LeadingAge Minnesota members outside the seven-county Twin Cities metro area.