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Feature Your “Changemakers” During the 2026 Institute & Expo!
On September 11, 2025 by Ben Hansen
During our 2026 Institute & Expo, we’re excited to feature photos of residents centered on our Institute theme of Changemakers.
Will We See You at October District Meetings?
On September 11, 2025 by Lori Meyer
Fire safety is critical in senior care. From code compliance to emergency preparedness, providers need to ensure their buildings are safe for residents, staff, and guests. Since October is Fire Safety Month, it is fitting that Fire Safety is the focus of our upcoming October District Meetings.
Participate in the LeadingAge Minnesota Photo Contest!
On August 21, 2025 by Ben Hansen
During our 2026 Institute & Expo, we’re excited to feature photos of residents centered on our Institute theme of Changemakers.
Feature Your Residents
To achieve this, we’re launching a photo contest to help us shine a light on the incredible individuals living in your communities—residents who are redefining aging, living with purpose, and making a difference in their own unique ways.
Whether it’s someone mentoring others, starting a new chapter in life, advocating for their peers, or simply living each day with vibrancy and intention—we want to see the moments that move you.
Submit your photos here for a chance to win!
What We’re Looking For
If you have upcoming events at your community – whether simple things like exercise classes, or something larger in scale like a community event – these present great opportunities to capture images of your residents. We know you help your residents live meaningful lives as they age, and we’d love to help uplift those moments to inspire others.
Contest Highlights:
- Open to all LeadingAge Minnesota member organizations
- Submit up to three original photographs that reflect the theme of Changemakers
- Include a short description
- Deadline: Oct. 29, 2025
- Voting on finalists will occur during 2026 Institute General Session
HCBS Workforce Incentive Funds to be Distributed Soon
On August 21, 2025 by Jeff Bostic
The slow developing HCBS workforce incentive grant program, officially named the Minnesota Care Force Incentive Grant Program by DHS, which was created and funded by the 2023 Legislature, has just reached the point of distributing funds to providers.
Bonuses from State Funds
Under the program, HCBS workers, including those in assisted living, are eligible for bonuses from state funds. The law set the amount of bonuses at up to $1,000, but DHS has determined that based on interest in the program across HCBS providers, that bonuses must be limited to $770.
The DHS contractor has been reaching out to providers to inform them of which employees are eligible for grants and how to access the funds. Those providers who have received grant funds then have 45 days to provide the bonuses to employees who are on the eligible list. In addition, providers should give their employees this form notifying them that they can deduct the grant amount from their state, but not federal, taxes.
Are You Ready to Prevent Mechanical Lift Falls?
On August 14, 2025 by Julie Apold
Join your colleagues in taking the Safe Lift: STOP for Safety Pledge – a shared commitment to protect residents and staff by reducing lift-related falls. By taking this pledge, your organization commits to implementing the Safe Lift: STOP for Safety 3-Step Process as a standard practice, ensuring every resident transfer is safe, respectful, and reliable.
Could Your Community Be Featured at the 2026 Institute & Expo?
On August 7, 2025 by Ben Hansen
During our 2026 Institute & Expo, we’re excited to feature photos of residents centered on our Institute theme of Changemakers.
Annual Meeting Deadlines Approaching
On July 31, 2025 by Sharon Hollister
September will be here soon, and that means it’s time for the 2025 Annual Meeting & Leadership Forum, Sept. 16-19 at Grand View Lodge in Nisswa.
Assisted Living License Renewal Delays
On July 31, 2025 by Bobbie Guidry
We have received several calls from members recently regarding their Assisted Living license renewal process being very slow, or licenses expiring before the renewal is received.
Data to Help You Turn Insight into Action - Q1 2025 Quest Report
On July 31, 2025 by Julie Apold
The LeadingAge Minnesota QUEST Report is now available for Q1 2025.
New Laws Effective Aug. 1, 2025
On July 31, 2025 by LeadingAge Minnesota
Several new state laws go into effect on Aug. 1, 2025 that will impact aging services. As a reminder, many of these changes will require additional guidance from our state agency partners, so continue to look to LeadingAge MN for resources, expert support and operational counsel.
Scholarships Available for Annual Meeting & Leadership Forum
On July 24, 2025 by Sharon Hollister
Nine full conference scholarships are available for the 2025 Annual Meeting & Leadership Forum, Sept. 16-19 at Grand View Lodge in Nisswa.
Landlords and Tenants: Rights and Responsibilities Updated Handbook
On July 24, 2025 by Shelli Bakken
In Minnesota, landlords are required to notify residential tenants about the availability of the Minnesota Attorney General's Office Landlords and Tenants: Rights and Responsibilities handbook.
Customized Living Providers: Be Alert to Disability Waiver Policies Limiting Coverage and Your Facility’s Standing
On July 17, 2025 by Bobbie Guidry
Assisted living facilities that provide customized living (CL) services to people on the Brain Injury (BI) and Community Access for Disability Inclusion (CADI) waivers must follow specific limitations based on the setting’s CL enrollment date.
Analyzing the “One Big Beautiful Bill” – State Impact Remains Unclear
On July 17, 2025 by Mark Schulz
The passage of the federal "One Big Beautiful Bill" (OBBB) introduces substantial reforms to Medicaid, Medicare, and the Affordable Care Act premium tax credits, focusing on cost containment, program integrity, and greater state flexibility.
Change of Levels and Fines for Survey Violations for Assisted Living and Home Care Licensees
On July 10, 2025 by Bobbie Guidry
The Assisted Living and Home Care Statutes were changed effective July 1, to add a Level 5 to survey violation levels. The change affects the amount of fines incurred for each level of violation and demonstrates the degree of concern for resident impact of the violation at each level. Fines are decreased for Level 3 and 4 violations to $1000 and $3000, violations which are more common for providers.
Special Session Concludes – Legislature Chooses Not to Prioritize Aging Services Providers
On June 12, 2025 by LeadingAge Minnesota
The 2025 special session of the Minnesota Legislature concluded in the early hours of Tuesday, June 10.
AL License Renewals and Payment Delays
On June 5, 2025 by Bobbie Guidry
When renewing your Assisted Living Facility license you may find the MDH Renewal Checklist helpful in preparing documents to submit with the renewal application.
Managing Safety Amid the Recent Mall of America Measles Outbreak
On June 5, 2025 by Kari Everson
As reports of a measles outbreak linked to the Mall of America emerge, it serves as a timely reminder for nursing homes and assisted living facilities to revisit their infection control policies and ensure staff preparedness.
Legislature Releases Draft Health and Human Services Bill
On June 5, 2025 by LeadingAge Minnesota
State legislative leaders have finalized the Human Services Budget Bill at the Capitol. As previously shared with members, the agreement includes several disappointing provisions.
Updated COVID-19 Information for AL and Nursing Homes
On May 22, 2025 by Kari Everson
LeadingAge Minnesota received an increasing volume of inquiries over the past several months regarding the ongoing COVID-19 requirements in both nursing homes and assisted living communities. In response, LeadingAge Minnesota has updated its materials to encompass a broader respiratory illness framework that includes both COVID-19 and seasonal influenza.