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June 27 Governance Intensive for Organizational Leaders and Board Members

On June 1, 2023 by Barbara Landeen

Examine board engagement and strategic development during turbulent times at this year’s Governance Intensive on June 27.

The Governance Intensive is an interactive virtual program for organizational leadership and board members to explore strategic planning and development, board performance, and opportunities for organizations to move forward during these turbulent times that are challenging many organizations.

Mental Health Resources for You, Your Team, and Community

On June 1, 2023 by Anna Mowry

As Mental Health Awareness Month ends, don’t forget the mental health resources and tools you and your teams can revisit throughout the year.

June District Meetings Begin Next Week – Register Now

On June 1, 2023 by Barbara Landeen

District Meetings start next week. Register now to attend your local meeting. Experience interactive and engaging conversations with your peers while you:

New On-Demand Webinars Available

On May 25, 2023 by Sharon Hollister

LeadingAge Minnesota has a selection of on-demand webinars approved for clock hours. Eight new webinars from the 2023 Institute have been added on various topics. Get the training you need without having to leave your setting.

Discover Innovations at June District Meetings

On May 25, 2023 by Barbara Landeen

Register now to attend your local District Meeting in June. Experience interactive and engaging conversations with your peers while you:

• Learn about innovative programs
• Brainstorm to help inform how fines from Minnesota Department of Health surveys of care centers and assisted living buildings will be used
• Respond to the newly available results of this year’s member survey to help inform the LeadingAge Minnesota Board of Directors’ work

New On-Demand Webinars Added

On May 18, 2023 by Sharon Hollister

LeadingAge Minnesota has a selection of on-demand webinars approved for clock hours. Eight new webinars from the 2023 Institute have been added on various topics. Get the training you need without having to leave your setting.

Strategic Development in Turbulent Times: June 27 Governance Intensive

On May 18, 2023 by Barbara Landeen

Attend this year’s Governance Intensive with your leadership and board team to examine strategic development during these turbulent post-pandemic times. Accelerating pressures and challenges in our field have increased to the point of crisis for some senior services organizations, while others can prepare for opportunities and position for success. How is your organization doing?

Register Now for June District Meetings

On May 18, 2023 by Barbara Landeen

Register now to attend your local District Meeting in June. Experience interactive and engaging conversations with your peers while you:

• Learn about innovative programs
• Brainstorm to help inform how fines from MDH surveys of care centers and assisted living buildings will be used
• Respond to the newly available results of this year’s member survey to help inform the LeadingAge Minnesota Board of Directors’ work

2024 Institute and Expo Call for Presentations Now Open

On May 11, 2023 by Sharon Hollister

The annual Institute and Expo is the best conference for aging adult service providers for education, networking, and connections. Planned for Feb. 7 – 8, 2024 at the St. Paul RiverCentre, it’s expected to draw 3,000-3,500 participants from across the state of Minnesota including a cross-section of roles in the field. It features two days of timely and practical in-person education and a three-day virtual component for over 100 sessions.

June 27 Governance Intensive Explores Strategic Development in Turbulent Times

On May 4, 2023 by Barbara Landeen

This year’s Governance Intensive examines strategic development during these turbulent post-pandemic times and the critical importance of an engaged board. Accelerating pressures and challenges in our field have amplified to the point of crisis for some senior services organizations, while others can prepare for opportunities and positions for success.

Conference Committee on Omnibus Higher Education Bill Begins

On May 4, 2023 by Kayla Khang

In continuing to advance the 2023 Long-Term Care Imperative legislative agenda, LeadingAge Minnesota is working with lawmakers to continue and improve the Next Generation Nurse Aide Program (NextGen). This program has been funded with federal COVID dollars and now has the potential to receive base funding from the Legislature in the next biennium.

Virtual Institute On-Demand Content – Ends April 30

On April 20, 2023 by Sharon Hollister

On-demand content from this year’s Virtual Institute is available online for registered participants to view and earn CEUs through April 30. On-demand content includes 17 sessions for the Virtual Institute and the three keynote sessions from the in-person conference.

Upcoming Trained Medication Aides Trainings available through Minnesota State

On April 20, 2023 by Anna Mowry

Minnesota State is rolling out new spring and summer offerings for their Trained Medication Aide (TMA) training, including customized training options to help meet your organization’s workforce needs.

Leadership Academy Class of 2022 Graduates at Institute

On February 16, 2023 by Barbara Landeen

The 2022 Class of Leadership Academy fellows officially graduated at the Institute & Expo on Thursday, Feb. 9. Forty-five leaders completed the year-long program, along with eight supportive volunteer coaches.

Emergency Preparedness Planning Series for Nursing Homes

On January 26, 2023 by Julie Apold

Superior Health Quality Alliance is offering a free nine-part emergency preparedness series on Thursdays from noon to 1 p.m.

2023 Institute & Expo – Education to Prepare for Your Next Survey

On January 26, 2023 by Sharon Hollister

Learn best practices for preparing for your next survey at the 2023 Institute & Expo. In addition to the survey-focused sessions below, many of the 21 state agency update sessions include survey findings, areas for improvement, and preparation resources. 

Training Opportunities Available for HUD Housing Managers

On January 5, 2023 by Bobbie Guidry

A new source for much sought-after training for HUD Housing Managers has been made available by LeadingAge Florida. Each course is only $100, with discounted rates available for LeadingAge members.

Invest in Your Staff; Join Us at the 2023 Institute and Expo

On December 22, 2022 by Sharon Hollister

The most impactful way to retain your current staff is to invest in their professional development. Institute is the best value for your investment, with the average cost to attend at less than $40 per person per day when you register by Jan. 4.

Saint Therese Partners with Rasmussen University – Bloomington to Build RN Pipeline

On December 1, 2022 by Libbie Chapuran

Saint Therese, a LeadingAge Minnesota member, is partnering with Rasmussen University – Bloomington to help train the next generation of nurses.

Free Virtual Reality Headsets for Nurse Aide Training Programs

On November 10, 2022 by Anna Mowry

New software is being developed to create virtual reality (VR) nurse aide skill simulations that align with the Headmaster skills test. Nurse aide training programs and instructors can volunteer to test the VR software to help provide feedback during the final product development stages.