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Tuesday, November 4 is General Election Day this year, with many cities and towns holding races for city council, mayor and other local government offices. In addition, two Minnesota Senate races will have special elections, with the outcome of those races determining control of the Senate next year.

The ongoing federal government shutdown, which began October 1, 2025, has disrupted nutrition assistance across the country, halting November SNAP benefits for millions of Americans—including an estimated 440,000 Minnesotans who rely on the program for essential food support.

A few months ago, LeadingAge Minnesota was contacted by a MinnPost reporter who was developing a series about the work of the Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board—with an initial focus on the Board’s forthcoming minimum wage rules and their anticipated impact on the long-term care sector.

Providers enrolled with Minnesota Health Care Programs (MHCP) are provided a MN-ITS Mailbox that is used by DHS to provide important information. MN–ITS will soon be moving to LoginMN. Enrolled providers will receive a pop-up message in MN–ITS to enter and confirm your work email and phone number.

Election day – Nov. 4 – is just around the corner. There are no statewide or federal elections happening this year, but throughout the state there are elections for crucial positions such as mayor, city council, school board, and various local ballot questions.

Maintaining a safe environment is fundamental in every healthcare facility, especially where staff care for residents who may not be able to respond quickly in an emergency. During October’s District Swing events, members received valuable guidance from the Minnesota State Fire Marshal (SFM) Healthcare Team on how to strengthen fire safety and emergency preparedness programs. The session emphasized best practices for conducting effective drills, maintaining critical equipment, and ensuring compliance with Life Safety Code documentation requirements.

The Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act has been reintroduced – A federal bill that proposes to recapture up to 40,000 previously authorized but unused immigrant visas—25,000 for nurses and 15,000 for physicians.

LeadingAge Minnesota business partner CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA) recently released their 40^th Annual SNF Cost Comparison and Industry Trends Report. This year's report is centered on the importance of understanding the reimbursement landscape, how quality drives performance, and enhancing business operations and acumen.

LeadingAge Minnesota called and spoke with personnel at the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC) asking about which COVID-19 vaccine information sheet (VIS) should be used for the 2025 fall vaccination clinics.

Mark your calendar for Tuesday, November 18 at noon and join the Fund Developer Network for an interactive conversation on all things fundraising in senior care.

Mark your calendar for Tuesday, November 18 at noon and join the Fund Developer Network for an interactive conversation on all things fundraising in senior care.

Three member ICan teams were recently recognized for their improvement projects and commitment to quality as part of the 2026 ICan Quality Improvement Contest.

We’re pleased to welcome Alight (formerly American Refugee Committee) as a new member of LeadingAge Minnesota! For more than 50 years, Alight has worked alongside immigrants and refugees to help them build safety, stability, and belonging.

Health Dimensions Group (HDG), a leading senior living, post-acute, and long-term care management and consulting firm, is pleased to announce the addition of two new team members and the promotion of another within its quality team.

LeadingAge Minnesota’s Community Engagement Workgroup recently gathered for a full day of collaboration and planning to strengthen local connections across the state. The event featured county commissioners and member leaders who shared insights and strategies to advance community partnerships statewide.