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Category: Notable News
Welcome to the Notable News category, which includes information on the latest issues in aging services.
Become a Mental Health First Aid Instructor
On November 21, 2024 by Anna Mowry
Winona State University is offering another round for individuals to become certified instructors of the Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training certification.
Member-Only Discount Available Until the End of the Year: Post your Jobs to AgingServicesJobs.org
On November 14, 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.
¿Hablas español? Coming Soon: EduCare Courses Offered in Spanish
On October 17, 2024 by Anna Mowry
LeadingAge Minnesota partners with EduCare as our exclusive, on-demand training partner not only because they guarantee compliance and exceptional customer service, but also because they continue to innovate.
New Resources to Expand Nature Access for Older Adults in Minnesota
On October 10, 2024 by LeadingAge Minnesota
Nature has proven benefits for human health and well-being at every stage of life.
Age Friendly Minnesota Seeking Participation in Action Teams
On October 10, 2024 by Dan Nelson
Your voice is needed at the table!
Age Friendly Minnesota is a collective effort to build an age-friendly state for all Minnesotans.
Less Than Two Weeks Left to Submit a Connected Communities Grant Application
On September 12, 2024 by Gina DiMaggio
The Connected Communities grant opportunity is available to LeadingAge Minnesota members outside the seven-county Twin Cities metro area.
Perham Health’s Elevate: Inspiring Innovation through Connected Communities
On September 5, 2024 by Gina DiMaggio
What does it look like for a community to prepare for the future to support older adults as they age? That is the question Perham Health has been trying to answer for the last four years.
LeadingAge Minnesota Solutions Announces New Pharmacy Partnership
On August 29, 2024 by Stacy Rogers
LeadingAge MN Solutions is excited to announce a new pharmacy partnership with A & E Pharmacy.
Use our Member-Only Discount to Post on AgingServicesJobs.org
On August 15, 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.
MHFA Sprinkler Grant Program Accepting Applications
On August 15, 2024 by Mark Schulz
The Minnesota Housing Finance Agency (MHFA) announced the opening of its much-anticipated High-Rise Sprinkler System Grant Program (HRSS Program) this week.
Minneapolis Considers Ordinance Creating Local Labor Standards Impacting Employers
On August 1, 2024 by Erin Huppert
The city of Minneapolis is considering enacting an ordinance creating local labor workforce boards to ‘protect the health and safety’ of workers.
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.
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.