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Tell Us: How are Immigration Policy Shifts Impacting Your Workforce?
On May 15, 2025 by Anna Mowry
The federal government is moving to end certain temporary immigration statuses, impacting compassionate caregivers in the aging services workforce.
Federal Budget Reconciliation Proposes Deep Medicaid Cuts with Major Implications for Long-Term Care Providers
On May 15, 2025 by Mark Schulz
On May 11, the House Energy and Commerce Committee released legislation aimed at fulfilling budget reconciliation requirements, following the House's adoption of a broader budget resolution in April. The Committee’s proposal includes sweeping policy changes to reduce federal spending by $916 billion over the next decade, with the majority of cuts targeting Medicaid.
MN Legislative Session Inches Towards Adjournment with a Preliminary Budget Agreement
On May 15, 2025 by Erin Huppert
Legislative leaders and Governor Walz announced this morning that they’ve reached a preliminary budget agreement, with details still being ironed out. As lawmakers shift their attention from policy to omnibus budget bills, LeadingAge Minnesota and our Imperative partner will continue to closely track impacts on aging services. As we learn more, we will share more detailed information on budget bills over the next several days.
State News
MDH Assisted Living Quarterly Update Scheduled for May 22
On May 15, 2025 by Bobbie Guidry
The Minnesota Department of Health is hosting a quarterly assisted living update webinar on Thursday, May 22 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm for providers to learn about the most recent assisted living licensing and regulation trends.
Upcoming Webinar | Wage Data: Your Secret Weapon for Solving Staffing Challenges
On May 15, 2025 by Anna Mowry
Struggling with staff shortages? Tired of losing qualified candidates to competitors? You're not alone, but you do have resources at your fingertips. Discover how Minnesota DEED's Labor Market Information (LMI) can transform your recruitment and retention strategy with powerful, actionable wage data.
Assisted Living Meal Plans
On May 1, 2025 by Bobbie Guidry
A recurrent question and citation for Assisted Living Facilities is offering meal plans that meet statutory requirements.
Federal News
HUD Operators Networking Group
On May 8, 2025 by Shelli Bakken
If you are an operator of a HUD community, you are invited to join the first networking group of 2025 that is specifically designed for you! Whether you consider yourself a Housing Manager, Director of Housing, landlord, operator, property manager, or something else, you know that managing a HUD senior community poses specific issues and concerns.
Labor Department Pauses Appeal of Overtime Rule
On May 1, 2025 by Mark Schulz
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is pausing its appeal of court rulings that blocked the agency’s April 2024 overtime rule, which sought to increase the salary thresholds necessary to exempt a salaried executive, administrative or professional (EAP) employee from federal overtime pay requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
HUD to Delay HOTMA Compliance
On April 24, 2025 by Shelli Bakken
Staff from HUD have announced publicly - at both the LeadingAge Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C. and a recent NAHMA conference – that there will be a delay in requiring providers to comply with HOTMA (Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act).
Notable News
Request for Proposals - Video & Photo Project: Showcasing Long-Term Care Careers and Life in Minnesota for New Americans
On May 14, 2025 by Ben Hansen
The LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation (LAMF) is seeking proposals from qualified and experienced video production firms to develop a compelling video and photography series. The goal of this project is to help New Americans—immigrants and refugees—understand the opportunities and realities of long-term care careers and life in Minnesota.
Deadline for Bids: Noon, 12:00pm, Monday, June 2nd, 2025
This project is administrated by the LeadingAge MN Foundation, a subsidiary of LeadingAge Minnesota, the state’s largest association of over 1,100 mission-driven organizations serving older adults in the places they call home. Our Foundation uses grant dollars and tax-deductible contributions to support initiatives that transform and enhance the experience of aging. This project is made possible through support from the New Americans Long-Term Care Workforce grant from the Minnesota Department of Human Services.
For questions, please contact Kirstan Ketter, Foundation Project Manager at LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation.
Utilize Generative AI to Enhance Your Donor Engagement
On May 8, 2025 by Gina DiMaggio
Generative AI (GenAI) is transforming how fundraising professionals communicate, connect and create. In this hands-on session tailored for those working in donor engagement, you’ll explore how tools like ChatGPT and Claude can support and streamline key functions—from grant writing and donor reports to compelling storytelling and thank-you letters.
Enhancing Donor Engagement with Generative AI - May 28th at Noon
On May 1, 2025 by Gina DiMaggio
Generative AI (GenAI) is transforming how fundraising professionals communicate, connect and create. In this hands-on session tailored for those working in donor engagement, you’ll explore how tools like ChatGPT and Claude can support and streamline key functions—from grant writing and donor reports to compelling storytelling and thank-you letters.
Member News
Stay in the Know: Register for June District Meetings
On May 15, 2025 by Lori Meyer
There is a lot going on these days. A lot. Organizations serving the senior community are facing a growing number of complex challenges and the path forward is not always clear.
Accelerating I.T. Support in Senior Living: The Impact of Chat-Based Assistance
On May 8, 2025 by LeadingAge Minnesota
At slashBlue, we’ve worked closely with senior living communities for years, and we understand a fundamental truth: when technology fails, it quickly becomes a care issue.
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.