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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.
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.
NETStudy 2.0 Offline Starting Friday Evening until Monday Morning
On April 24, 2025 by Mark Schulz
Late on Wednesday afternoon the Department of Human Services (DHS) notified NETStudy 2.0 system users via a GovDelivery message that the NETStudy 2.0 system will be offline for a server upgrade starting on Friday, 4/25, at 7 p.m. and expected to return to normal operations on Monday, 4/28, at 8 a.m. During this server upgrade, do not log into NETStudy 2.0 until you receive an all-clear message from DHS.
Vista Prairie Communities Expands Leadership Team – Kacey Kasel Appointed as Regional Director of Operations
On April 17, 2025 by LeadingAge Minnesota
Earlier this week, Vista Prairie Communities (VPC) is pleased announced the return of Kacey Kasel, RN, BSN, PHN, LALD as a Regional Director of Operations (RDO). In this expanded leadership role, Kacey will provide additional operational support to VPC’s communities, ensuring a continued focus on excellence in care, team development, and resident well-being.
Resource Describing Application of Disability Waiver Policies for AL Licensed Facilities Released by DHS
On April 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.
Last Chance: Apply by April 15 for Dual-Training Pipeline Grants
On April 10, 2025 by Anna Mowry
The Office of Higher Education's (OHE) Dual-Training Pipeline Grant is open for applications until April 15.
Operations Certificate Program – Registration Deadline is Next Week
On March 27, 2025 by Sharon Hollister
Starting April 9, LeadingAge Minnesota’s new Operations Certificate Program is specifically designed for professionals in long-term care settings—including assisted living and care centers—who are looking to expand their operational knowledge and leadership abilities.
Apply by April 15: Dual-Training Pipeline Grants
On March 27, 2025 by Anna Mowry
The Office of Higher Education's (OHE) Dual-Training Pipeline Grant is open for applications until April 15.
Application Forms Now Available for Relocation of Facility for Small Providers
On March 20, 2025 by Bobbie Guidry
Some small residential providers have had challenges complying with AL statutes due to what would be cost-prohibitive remodeling required, or unwillingness of a landlord to allow the changes in rented settings. Changes were made to 144G.195 in the 2024 legislative session to allow these settings to relocate within certain parameters.
MDH Assisted Living Quarterly Update Now Posted
On March 13, 2025 by Bobbie Guidry
In case you missed it, the MDH Assisted Living Quarterly Update information that was presented on February 20, 2025, is now posted to the MDH Website.
Dual-Training Pipeline Grants Open for Applications
On March 6, 2025 by Anna Mowry
The Office of Higher Education's (OHE) Dual-Training Pipeline Grant is open for applications until April 15.