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High Demand for Assisted Living Competitive Grant
On March 5, 2026 by Kelly Conrad
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) reports strong interest in the new Assisted Living Competitive Grant Program, highlighting the significant demand for resources that support innovation and improvements in assisted living settings.
New QUEST Report Available: Third Quarter Insights
On March 5, 2026 by Julie Apold
The LeadingAge Minnesota QUEST Report for the third quarter, 2025 is now available, providing members with timely insights into trends shaping the senior care sector.
LeadingAge Minnesota Testifies in Opposition to Legislation Attempting to Add Staffing Mandates to Senior Care
On March 5, 2026 by Erin Huppert
This week, the Senate Human Services Committee heard two bills that would adversely affect senior care services.
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.
2026 Session Priorities for Minnesota’s Older Adults
On February 26, 2026 by Erin Huppert
As we previewed in last week’s Capitol Conversations newsletter, we can expect lawmakers this year to focus on messaging bills, sharper partisan contrasts, and a heavy emphasis on positioning rather than policymaking. In an election year, some bills are intended to send a message to potential voters and constituents, rather than become law.
Operations Certificate Program – Why It Matters For You
On February 19, 2026 by Sharon Hollister
Recently, we announced that registration was open for our Operations Certificate Program. As we look ahead to our April 1 start date, we want to share more about what participants can expect and why this program comes at the right time for our members.
2026 Virtual Institute March 3-5
On February 19, 2026 by Sharon Hollister
Join us March 3-5 for the Virtual Institute. Three days of all-new sessions on topics to help you serve your residents. All virtual sessions will be recorded and available for viewing through April 30.
New Resource – Assisted Living Food Code Compliance Toolkit
On February 19, 2026 by Julie Apold
The Food Code Compliance Toolkit was developed to support assisted living facilities in meeting—and exceeding—Minnesota food code requirements.
Errors Identified in Assisted Living Report Card Ratings
On February 19, 2026 by Kelly Conrad
Minnesota’s Assisted Living Report Card is designed to help consumers make informed decisions when choosing an assisted living community. The online tool provides quality ratings for individual assisted living settings across several key categories, including resident quality of life, family satisfaction, resident health, safety, and staffing.
Operations Certificate Program – Registration Open
On February 5, 2026 by Sharon Hollister
Beginning April 1, this 10-day interactive program is designed specifically for administrators, site leaders, and operational staff in assisted living and care center communities to build essential knowledge and practical skills to manage operations effectively.
Get to Know Kelly Conrad, LAMN’s New Director of Assisted Living Services
On January 22, 2026 by LeadingAge Minnesota
We hope you get to meet Kelly at LeadingAge Minnesota’s 2026 Institute next month! In the meantime, here are five things to know about our new director of assisted living services:
UCARE Under Court Ordered “Rehabilitation”
On January 15, 2026 by Jeff Bostic
Late last year, health insurer UCARE announced that due to mounting financial losses they would be shutting down operations. They are now officially in court ordered “rehabilitation” which has put MDH in charge of all UCARE operations.
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.
Right to Repair Ordinance Info for Duluth Providers
On December 11, 2025 by Shelli Bakken
In November, voters in Duluth, Minnesota approved a Right to Repair ballot initiative, granting tenants a right to repair certain defects in residential rental units when applicable requirements are met.
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.
UCARE Announces Shutdown of Operations
On November 20, 2025 by Jeff Bostic
Due to mounting financial losses, health insurer UCARE announced earlier this week that it is shutting down all operations and will be transferring clients to another non-profit Minnesota health insurer, Medica.
Minnesota’s Paid Leave and NHWSB Minimum Wage: What You Need to Know
On November 20, 2025 by Mark Schulz
Following recent member discussions and questions about the upcoming Minnesota Paid Leave (MPL) law, we wanted to provide clarity about its relationship with the Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board (NHWSB) established minimum wages and how those NHWSB minimum wages may not necessarily be the minimum wages required to be paid for MPL compliance.