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Stars Among Us Awards Given to 20 Deserving Recipients During 2025 Institute and Expo

On February 20, 2025 by Ben Hansen

Each year, our Stars Among Us Awards recognize incredible individuals – whether staff, volunteers, or leaders – and entire organizations who demonstrate unique commitment to transforming and enhancing the experience of aging across Minnesota.

LeadingAge Minnesota Honors Several Leaders with Prestigious Awards

On September 20, 2024 by Ben Hansen

LeadingAge Minnesota this week honored key leaders in the aging services field during our 2024 Annual Meeting.

LeadingAge Minnesota Celebrates Outstanding Achievements in Senior Care

On February 8, 2024 by Libbie Chapuran

Three outstanding organizations were honored by LeadingAge Minnesota with the prestigious Stars Among Us Excellence. Among the distinguished awardees were Avera Morningside Heights Care Center in Marshall, the Minnesota Veterans Home - Silver Bay, and the Minnesota Veterans Home Adult Day Center in Minneapolis.

Celebrating Kathy Erickson: Recipient of the 2024 Spirit of Aging Award

On February 8, 2024 by Libbie Chapuran

LeadingAge Minnesota proudly announces Kathy Erickson, a vibrant resident of Walker Place in Minneapolis, as the distinguished recipient of the Spirit of Aging Award for 2024.

Recognizing Anna Weege: Rising Star Award Recipient

On February 8, 2024 by Libbie Chapuran

LeadingAge Minnesota proudly celebrates Anna Weege, Administrative Assistant at Ebenezer Senior Living’s home office in Edina, MN, as the distinguished recipient of the 2024 Rising Star Award.

Celebrating Lloyd Ward: 2024 Volunteer of the Year

On February 8, 2024 by Libbie Chapuran

LeadingAge Minnesota proudly honors Lloyd Ward, a dedicated volunteer at Martin Luther Care Center in Bloomington, MN, as the recipient of the Volunteer of the Year Award for his exceptional service spanning over three decades.

Honoring the Board Trustee of the Year Stuart Henrickson

On February 8, 2024 by Libbie Chapuran

LeadingAge Minnesota proudly recognizes Stuart Henrickson, a visionary leader and board member for Knute Nelson Corporation and Foundation in Alexandria, MN, as the esteemed recipient of the 2024 Board Trustee of the Year award.

Apple Tree Dental Awarded Circle of Excellence by DHS

On February 1, 2024 by Bobbie Guidry

Apple Tree Dental has been honored as one of ten Minnesota human services organizations representing seven initiatives, receiving Circle of Excellence awards from Commissioner Jodi Harpstead.

Less than Three Weeks Left to Nominate Your Staff, Volunteers, and Residents for the Stars Among Us Awards

On August 24, 2023 by Barbara Landeen

The nomination deadline for the 2024 Stars Among Us Awards is Monday, Sept. 11 - that is less than three short weeks away. Share your stories to recognize these people in your organization for statewide recognition:

Joe Hanson, Nurse Manager at Walker Methodist Care Suites, Receives Rising Star Award

On February 9, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran

Joe Hanson, Nurse Manager at Walker Methodist Care Suites, in Edina was recently honored by LeadingAge Minnesota with the Rising Star Award. The award recognizes a person who stands out in their recent efforts to transform and enhance the experience of aging.

Participate in LeadingAge Minnesota Committees in 2023

On October 13, 2022 by Lori Meyer

As the new year approaches, we invite you to participate in LeadingAge Minnesota committees in 2023. We are tackling your challenges on numerous fronts, and we need you to help shape the critical work ahead.

Jon Lundberg Named Exec. of the Year by MSP Real Estate Journal

On April 28, 2022 by Libbie Chapuran

Jon Lundberg, CEO of Ebenezer, was named Executive of the Year by the Minnesota Real Estate Journal in an awards ceremony held on April 21, 2022.

Meet the 2022 District Caregiver of the Year Award Recipients

On March 10, 2022 by Barbara Landeen

LeadingAge Minnesota presented the District Caregiver of the Year Awards at the recent Institute & Expo.

The District Caregiver of the Year Award honors individuals in older adult services who demonstrate exceptional commitment to older adults and enhance and enrich the quality of life of those in their care. The honorees were selected for the regional award out of a field of 50,000 professional caregivers throughout the state.

Jill Gustafson, Director of Nursing at Lake Ridge Care Center, Receives Top Leadership Award

On March 3, 2022 by Barbara Landeen

Jill Gustafson, Director of Nursing at Lake Ridge Care Center in Buffalo, MN, was honored by LeadingAge Minnesota with the Outstanding Leadership Award at the LeadingAge Minnesota Institute & Expo.

Tiffani Kortenbusch of CentraCare Melrose Receives Inaugural Rising Star Award

On February 24, 2022 by Barbara Landeen

Tiffani Kortenbusch, Director of Nursing for CentraCare Melrose Care Center, received LeadingAge Minnesota's first-ever Rising Star Award at the annual Institute & Expo on Feb. 9.

Cassia’s Wilkerson Named Board Trustee of the Year

On February 17, 2022 by Barbara Landeen

Rev. Dr. Gary Wilkerson, Chairman of the Board of Directors for Cassia in Edina, was recently named Board Trustee of the Year by LeadingAge Minnesota.

Caregiver of the Year Award Goes to Mohamed Wasuge of Augustana Regent

On February 10, 2022 by Libbie Chapuran

Mohamed Wasuge from Augustana Regent in Burnsville, MN, was named the Caregiver of the Year by LeadingAge Minnesota at our annual Institute & Expo. 

Women in Business Award Goes to LeadingAge MN Board Member Erin Shvetzoff Hennessey

On October 14, 2021 by Libbie Chapuran

The Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal has selected Erin Shvetzoff Hennessey, CEO of Health Dimensions Group, to receive a 2021 Women in Business award. Erin serves as Director at Large on the LeadingAge Minnesota Board of Directors.

2021 Most Admired CEO Award Provides Platform to Highlight Workforce Challenges

On September 15, 2021 by Libbie Chapuran

Gayle Kvenvold, President and CEO of LeadingAge Minnesota, was recently named a 2021 Most Admired CEO by the Minneapolis / St. Paul Business Journal. In a feature story published on Sept. 7, Gayle drew attention to the workforce shortages long-term care providers are facing:

Final Week – 2022 Stars Among Us Award Nomination Deadline is Sept. 13

On September 8, 2021 by Barbara Landeen

Nominations are due Monday, Sept. 13 for the 2022 Stars Among Us Awards.

Award categories include Caregiver, Volunteer, and Board Trustee of the Year, Outstanding Leadership, Spirit of Aging and the new Rising Star Award. Excellence in Practice organizational awards are for performance improvement and Safe Care for Seniors initiatives.