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Now Available: DHS Adult Day Services Study Webinar
On September 25, 2018 by Roni Falck
A recent webinar from the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) highlighting the preliminary findings of the Adult Day Services Study is now available to download.
Care Center Employee Retention Unchanged in 2017
On September 4, 2018 by Jeff Bostic
Attracting and retaining employees has been a significant challenge in recent years, and retention rates are a key indicator of the ability of care centers to meet staffing needs in a competitive labor market and to provide the continuity of care that is necessary for good client outcomes. In 2017, retention was relatively good news in that the gains that occurred in 2016 were maintained in the most recent year.
Increased Staffing Ratios and Higher Use of Temporary Staff in Care Centers
On August 28, 2018 by Jeff Bostic
Staffing shortages continue to be a primary challenge for care centers, which are experiencing increased staffing ratios and higher use of temporary poll staff based on an analysis of data LeadingAge Minnesota completed on the 2017 costs reports filed with the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS).
Now Available: 2018 Salary and Benefits Report for Nursing Homes
On August 14, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
Registered Nurse hourly rates increased by 3.1 percent while Licensed Practical Nurse rates increased by 2.43 percent, according to the 2018-2019 Nursing Home Salary and Benefits Report published by Hospital & Healthcare Compensation in cooperation with LeadingAge.
Adult Day: Help Strengthen Data to Shape and Influence Public Policy Decisions
On July 31, 2018 by Roni Falck
During her recent keynote address at the Adult Day Conference, Ruth Katz, Senior Vice President of Public Policy/Advocacy or LeadingAge, discussed the importance of strengthening the data story for Adult Day Services. Adult day members can now shape that story by participating in a national study.
Assisted Living Occupancy Drops to Record Low
On July 17, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
The downward trend in assisted living occupancy continues, according to data released by the National Investment Center for Seniors Housing & Care (NIC).
Care Center Financial Struggles Continue in Age of Value-Based Reimbursement
On June 26, 2018 by Jeff Bostic
The Long-Term Care Imperative's annual nursing facility financial indicators survey shows a continued a trend of improvement that started in 2016, largely due to the new Value-Based Reimbursement (VBR) system that began on Jan. 1, 2016. Despite the improvement, the data makes clear that providers continue to face significant financial challenges.
Finding Opportunities in Disruption
On June 26, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
Disruption happens when existing solutions can be disturbed by new, innovative solutions ― sometimes quickly and violently. In a new white paper from CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA), members can learn more about the tremendous potential for disruption within senior living and the opportunities the trends present to providers.
Salary Survey Deadline Extended to July 27
On June 26, 2018 by Jeff Bostic
The deadline for our annual salary survey has been extended to July 27. By taking time today to complete this important survey, you will receive two free reports that will help you judge the competitiveness of your compensation program in this dynamic job market.
2018 Salary Survey Underway
On May 15, 2018 by Jeff Bostic
Are you looking for ways to judge the competitiveness of your compensation program in this dynamic job market? Here’s one way: Complete our annual salary survey.
1 in 7 of U.S. Population is an Older American
On May 15, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
The 2017 Profile of Older Americans validates what we already know: the population age 65 and older is growing at an alarming rate, living longer and requiring more caregiving as they age.
Urban Appeal: Development Trends & Considerations in Senior Living
On May 15, 2018 by Guest Contributor
When people think of the rental population in big cities, they often picture young professionals looking to advance in their careers before making a move to the suburbs later in life. While there are still plenty of urban renters that fit that profile, new stats reveal an interesting trend. Between the years from 2009 to 2015, the largest increase in the renting population was for the age group of 55 and older, which increased by 28 percent.
Care Centers: New Reports on Hospitalization Rates and Community Discharge
On May 15, 2018 by Jeff Bostic
Detailed trend reports for care centers on two new quality measures – hospitalization rates and rate of discharge back to the community – are now available from the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS).
Now Available: Care Center Resident Quality of Life and Family Satisfaction Survey Results
On May 9, 2018 by Jeff Bostic
The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) recently posted updated results for both the Resident Quality of Life survey and Family Satisfaction survey to the MN Nursing Home Report Card web site.
Is Your Assisted Living Compensation Strategy Competitive?
On May 1, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
A new report that compares marketplace data on 40+ jobs in assisted living can help you develop a competitive and comprehensive compensation strategy.
GAO Report on Assisted Living Finds Gaps in Data Collection by CMS and States
On April 17, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
A recent report on Medicaid assisted living services by the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) calls on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to improve how it collects, reports, manages and monitors information about Medicaid assisted living services.
Care Centers: Wage and Health Insurance Enrollment Increases, Vacancies Remain
On April 10, 2018 by Jeff Bostic
Despite wage increases and increased health insurance enrollment, direct care employee vacancies in care centers remain high as compared to a few years ago.
LeadingAge Collecting Data on Care Center Salary and Benefits
On April 10, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
LeadingAge is currently conducting its annual Nursing Home Salary & Benefits survey. The deadline to submit data is May 7.
New Resources: Occupancy Trends in Care Centers, Workforce Trends in Housing with Services
On March 20, 2018 by Jeff Bostic
Occupancy in care centers has improved slightly over the past year and key indicators in workforce trends show a mixed result in Housing-with-Services, according to recent surveys by the Long-Term Care Imperative.
Tools You Can Use: Updated Environmental Scan Posted at Knowledge Center
On March 13, 2018 by Jeff Bostic
LeadingAge Minnesota created a new tool to help members assess what they should be taking into consideration in their strategic planning process and share key trends that affect long term services and supports with their leadership teams, boards and other key stakeholders. You’ll want to download our new State of Long Term Services and Supports!