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Assisted Living Management Agreement Considerations New Resource
On May 5, 2021 by Bobbie Guidry
LeadingAge Minnesota members have access to several new attorney-developed resources related to management agreements under assisted living licensure. The three documents include:
- Assisted Living Licensing Scenarios - Selected Pros and Cons
- AL Management Agreement Considerations
- AL Management Agreement Scenarios
Safe Care for Seniors “I Pledge” Pins Available to Order
On April 28, 2021 by Julie Apold
Safe Care for Seniors “I Pledge” pins are now available for purchase on the LeadingAge Minnesota store for you to use as you bring new staff on-board, or take steps to engage or re-engage your staff in Safe Care. These pins have been a visual way for staff to show their on-going commitment to care that is safe from harm and provided with respect and dignity – always.
BELTSS Seeks Applicants for Director of Assisted Living position – deadline Friday, April 9
On April 7, 2021 by Bobbie Guidry
The Minnesota Board of Executives for Long-Term Services and Supports posted the newly created Director of Assisted Living position on the state careers website. The person in the role will lead in the development of all Assisted Living Director (ALD) practice standards. The Board seeks a person with assisted living experience or senior living administration with the core knowledge to assist in implementing course objectives, the ALD-In Residence program, examinations, and continuing education as the AL subject matter expert.
LeadingAge MN Foundation Scholarships Available
On April 7, 2021 by Lori Meyer
Investing in the professional development of the aging services workforce is more important now than it has ever been. The LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation is excited to offer educational scholarships to eligible caregivers and other employees of our member organizations for 2021.
Grants Available for Online Dementia Care Training Program
On April 7, 2021 by Lori Meyer
The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS), through the Nursing Facility Rates and Policy (NFRP) Division and the State Civil Monetary Penalties (CMP) Initiative, is seeking proposals from qualified Minnesota Medicaid-Certified Nursing Facilities that are interested in implementing an online Dementia Care Staff Training Program.
Planning for a Post-Pandemic World: NIC’s Bob Kramer at 2021 Institute
On April 7, 2021 by Heidi Simpson
Bob Kramer, Founder and Fellow, Nexus Insights, and Co-Founder and Strategic Advisor of National Investment Center for Seniors Housing & Care (NIC) in Annapolis, Md., will address 2021 Institute attendees on Friday, May 21. In his session, Planning for a Post-Pandemic World, Mr. Kramer will discuss anticipating and planning for a post-pandemic world.
Mainstreaming Long Term Care Focus for Robert L. Kane Memorial Lecture
On March 31, 2021 by Libbie Chapuran
Debra Saliba, MD, MPH, Director, The Anna & Harry Borun Center for Gerontological Research, UCLA Division of Geriatrics, will be the keynote speaker at a May 6t Robert L Kane Memorial Lecture. The focus of the lecture will be on the topic of “mainstreaming long-term care.”
Safe Care for Seniors: Last Chance for Recognition at this Year’s Institute
On March 31, 2021 by Julie Apold
As this year’s Institute draws near, we are finalizing the list of organizations that will be recognized for their work in Safe Care for Seniors at the “Action” and “Excellence” levels. Monday, April 5 is the last day to update your organization’s data to be recognized at the May event. If you are participating in Safe Care for Seniors and have actions in place for each of the 5 action steps, you can access the data portal on the Safe Care for Seniors site to update your progress.
Preparing for Assisted Living Licensure: Postings and Disclosures
On March 31, 2021 by Bobbie Guidry
In preparation for assisted living licensure, LeadingAge Minnesota has developed a checklist to comply with new posting and disclosures required as a condition of licensure. You can use the checklist to ensure you have all necessary disclosures, postings and information that must be provided, offered and made available upon request.
SNF Quality Reporting Program Webinar: Achieving a Full Annual Payment Update
On March 24, 2021 by Julie Apold
Listen in to CMS’ March 30 webinar to learn how you can receive the full SNF Quality Reporting (SNF QRP) Annual Payment Update. The webinar covers updates to elements of the MDS used to calculate measures for the SNF QRP program, data submission requirements, and the reconsideration process for providers identified as being noncompliant with the requirements.
Register to attend the March 30 webinar, or sign up to be notified when the recording of the session becomes available.
April 19th Virtual Event: Human, Economic & Disproportionate Impact of Alzheimer’s & other Dementia
On March 24, 2021 by Libbie Chapuran
The Alzheimer's Association Minnesota-North Dakota invites you to a complimentary virtual event entitled "Human, Economic & Disproportionate Impact of Alzheimer’s & other Dementia" on April 19 at 1 p.m.
This webinar will discuss the human impact, the economic impact, and the disproportionate impact of this brain disease and bring to life the recently released facts and figures report and accompanying special report on Race, Ethnicity and Alzheimer's in America.
Seeking LGBTQ Needs Assessment Survey Participants
On March 24, 2021 by Libbie Chapuran
Since 2002, there has been a Needs Assessment Survey every ten years to better understand social determinants of health and individual health outcomes for aging LGBTQ Minnesotans. The 2022 Survey is getting underway, and JustUs Health and the University of Minnesota are joining together in a community-wide effort to provide actionable insight into the health needs of aging LGBTQ Minnesotans. They seek survey participation from LGBTQA Minnesotans 50 years and older to help inform policy and funding decisions at a state level for the estimated 48,000+ LGBTQ seniors living in our state.
Save the Date: MHCEA Virtual Spring Conference Set for May 6-7
On March 24, 2021 by Jonathan Lips
The Minnesota Healthcare Engineers Association (MHCEA) has confirmed May 6-7 as the dates for its 2021 Spring Conference. This year’s event will be in virtual format due to the on-going impact of COVID-19, with programming from 8 – 11:30 a.m. each day.
Assisted Living Physical Plant Requirements: Lunch & Learn Opportunity Tomorrow
On March 17, 2021 by Jonathan Lips
The Twin City Healthcare Engineering Association (TCHEA) is offering a free webinar this Thursday, March 18 featuring Bob Dehler from the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) speaking on minimum physical environment requirements for facilities that convert to the new assisted living license and additional design requirements for new licenses or new construction after Aug. 1.
Register for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion event with Ayana King
On March 17, 2021 by Jenna Kellerman
LeadingAge National is offering a virtual event, “Shared Learning: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion—A Way Forward,” with Ayana King on Tuesday, March 23 from noon – 2:30 p.m. CT. Register here!
This highly interactive event will explore tangible ways LeadingAge member organizations are embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and making inroads to impact change within the aging services community.
We all have a role (regardless of our role) in this work!
Reminder: COVID-19 Courage Fund Grant Responders’ Call TOMORROW
On March 10, 2021 by Terri Foley
To learn more about the COVID-19 Courage Fund grant program application process, register for Responders’ Call which will be held tomorrow, March 11 from 11 - 11:45 a.m.
Applicants must be LeadingAge Minnesota members that are located outside of the 7-county metro area based on the guidelines from the regional foundation that awarded LeadingAge MN Foundation these grant funds.
Developing Talent Through Mentoring – Dept. of Labor and Industry Virtual Speaker Series
On March 10, 2021 by Jenna Kellerman
The Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DOLI) is hosting a webinar on "Developing talent through Mentoring” in their Dual-Training Pipeline Speaker Series. The featured speaker will be Deon Clark, owner of TCI Solutions and a military veteran.
The free webinar will take place on March 17, 2021, from 9 to 10 a.m. Register in advance to save your spot.
Employer Applications for Summer Health Care Internship Program Due April 9
On March 3, 2021 by Jenna Kellerman
Employer applications are being accepted for the 2021 Summer Health Care Internship Program (SHCIP). Hospitals, clinics, nursing facilities, home care providers and adult day services facilities are encouraged to participate on behalf of qualified students in their community.
DHS Offers Grants for Online Dementia Training and Certification for Nursing Facilities
On March 3, 2021 by Lori Meyer
The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS), through the State Civil Monetary Penalties (CMP) Initiative, is seeking proposals from qualified Minnesota Medicaid-Certified Nursing Facilities that are interested in implementing an online Dementia Care Training and Certification Program.
Safe Care for Seniors News: Addressing COVID-related De-conditioning in the Elderly
On March 3, 2021 by Julie Apold
As part of our Safe Care for Seniors work, we have a process in place for collaborative learning and sharing called “Safe Tables.” A Safe Table is a safe space to come together and explore a specific and actionable quality/safety issue by conducting a deep dive into the key factors contributing to the issue and developing and sharing successful strategies and tools.
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