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DHS Offers Limited Expedited Review for Provider Enrollment Backlog
On October 1, 2026 by Kelly Conrad
The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) is placing renewed focus on a provider enrollment backlog that continues to affect new applications, enrollment changes and provider affiliations across Minnesota Health Care Programs.
Help Shape the Future of Minnesota’s Waiver Rates
On October 1, 2026 by Kelly Conrad
Providers regularly see where reimbursement rates align with the realities of delivering services, and where they do not. DHS is now seeking providers willing to bring that firsthand experience to its ongoing evaluation of rates for several Aging and Adult Services Division services.
Take Minnesota’s Healthy Aging Survey
On October 1, 2026 by LeadingAge Minnesota
Minnesota Management and Budget’s (MMB) Long Range Planning team has been tasked with developing a statewide plan to advance healthy aging. MMB wants to hear from people and organizations working to advance healthy aging and who are supporting older adults and caregivers.
Turn the QUEST Report into a Continual Survey Readiness Tool
On September 10, 2026 by Kelly Conrad
Survey preparation is often treated as a countdown, but the most valuable work happens between surveys. That is when organizations can address vulnerabilities thoughtfully, examine their systems without the pressure of an impending visit, and turn lessons from across the field into lasting improvements.
New QUEST Report Available: First Quarter 2026 Insights
On September 3, 2026 by Julie Apold
The LeadingAge Minnesota QUEST Report for the first quarter, 2026 is now available, providing members with timely insights into trends shaping the senior care sector.
New MDH Toolkit Offers Practical Resources for New and Existing Assisted Living Providers
On July 23, 2026 by Kelly Conrad
The work of building a strong assisted living operation does not end when the license is issued. Whether an organization is preparing to welcome its first resident or has served residents for years, the same challenge remains: turning complex regulatory requirements into policies, training, documentation and everyday practices that work together.
When a Candidate Comes Knocking: Practical Tips from a Property Manager
On July 23, 2026 by Shelli Bakken
Every election season, senior housing communities receive calls from candidates asking to visit residents. These requests can raise as many questions as opportunities. While candidates are eager to meet older voters—one of the most civically engaged groups in Minnesota—property managers are focused on resident comfort, safety, and operations.
New Assisted Living Owners Will Inherit Fines and Correction Orders
On July 16, 2026 by Kelly Conrad
A change of ownership will transfer more than the facility’s operations, residents and employees to the new licensee. Beginning August 1, 2026, an assisted living buyer will also assume responsibility for certain unresolved regulatory obligations connected to the facility.
Last Chance to Save: Assisted Living Conference Early Bird Rate Ends Tomorrow (July 10)
On July 9, 2026 by LeadingAge Minnesota
There's still time to save on registration for the 2026 Assisted Living Conference, but not for long. Early bird pricing ends Friday, July 10.
Fire Drills vs. Preparedness Exercises: What’s the difference?
On July 2, 2026 by Mark Schulz
State and federal regulations require nursing homes and assisted living facilities to have emergency plans that describe how they will respond to emergencies, including fires in the building. These same regulations also require facilities to practice those plans.
Repair and Deduct Ballot Measure Likely in St. Paul Election
On June 18, 2026 by Shelli Bakken
Safe Homes Saint Paul, a tenant advocate organization, has collected 7,500 signatures to introduce a ballot measure to create an ordinance that could enable renters to arrange for repairs to their rented premises and, at times, common areas, and deduct the cost of the repairs from a future rent payment.
Quality Specialist Certificate Program – Registration Now Open
On May 21, 2026 by Sharon Hollister
Strong quality leadership is essential in today’s aging services environment, where quality measures, payment programs, and consumer expectations continue to evolve.
Strengthening Emergency Preparedness with MOUs
On May 21, 2026 by Mark Schulz
Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) are a key part of a long-term care facility’s emergency preparedness plan, helping ensure residents can be safely transferred or temporarily sheltered when a facility cannot maintain operations.
LTC Imperative Completes Surveys that Support Legislative Efforts
On March 26, 2026 by Jeff Bostic
Each year, The Long-Term Care Imperative conducts a Workforce and Financial Conditions survey to gauge key metrics for the aging services sector.
Duluth Rent Control Being Contemplated
On February 26, 2026 by Shelli Bakken
The Duluth Tenants Union, an advocacy group representing renters in Duluth, have signaled their potential efforts to introduce a ballot initiative allowing for rent control caps in the city of Duluth. This same group successfully led a ballot initiative in 2025 for the Right to Repair ordinance, which is now in effect.
CMS Announces Withhold of over $250 Million in Medicaid Funds for Minnesota
On February 26, 2026 by Jeff Bostic
Yesterday, CMS at the White House announced that they would be withholding $259 million in federal funds for Minnesota due to “unsupported or potentially fraudulent Medicaid claims.” The amount was based on a review of claims from the fourth quarter of 2025.
MDH Announces Assisted Living Grant
On December 31, 2025 by Shelli Bakken
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has announced the upcoming launch of the Assisted Living Competitive Grant Program, established under new legislation effective Jan. 1, 2026 (see Minnesota Statutes, section 144G.31). This program supports projects and initiatives that improve resident quality of care and outcomes in assisted living settings licensed under Minnesota Statutes, chapter 144G, or organizations with experience in assisted living operations, compliance, resident needs, or best practices.
Assisted Living Resident Incident Response: Education and Resources for Members
On December 18, 2025 by Kari Everson
In assisted living settings, unlicensed staff are often the first to respond to resident situations. LeadingAge Minnesota developed member supports to assist in clarifying practical expectations for incident response, reinforcing the use of the airway, breathing, circulation (ABCs), and providing education and tools that help organizations make decisions about when, and whether, to move a resident after a fall.
Minnesota’s Economic Forecast Offers Mixed Signals for Aging Services
On December 4, 2025 by Erin Huppert
Today, Minnesota officials released its fall economic forecast, which will inform state lawmakers’ priorities in 2026.
Federal ICE Enforcement Actions Increase in Minnesota
On December 4, 2025 by Mark Schulz
Federal enforcement activities in Minnesota have intensified following national directives expanding expedited removal and activating multi-agency Homeland Security task forces.