LeadingAge Minnesota

Nursing Leadership Certificate Program Begins Sept. 29, Registration Coming Soon

On August 18, 2021 by Heidi Simpson

The next Nursing Leadership Certificate Program will be held on multiple dates from Sept. 2021 – Jan. 2022. Program details are currently being finalized. Registration is coming soon.

October Conferences Highlight Quality, Housing/Assisted Living/Home Care

On August 18, 2021 by Heidi Simpson

Mark your calendar for two upcoming conferences in October.

The new Quality and Patient Safety Conference is on Oct. 18, emphasizing how to create the culture and environment that supports continuous improvement. A pre-conference workshop on Oct. 17 focuses on the foundations of quality improvement.

2021 Annual Meeting Goes Virtual

On August 18, 2021 by Heidi Simpson

One of the Association’s most cherished and time-honored traditions is getting together each fall for LeadingAge Minnesota’s Annual Meeting & Leadership Forum at Madden’s Resort near Brainerd. The LeadingAge Minnesota Board of Directors voted to convert our planned in-person meeting to a virtual event.

2021 Annual Meeting – Assisted Living Licensure-Focused Sessions

On August 11, 2021 by Heidi Simpson

Early Bird Registration Deadline is Friday, Aug. 20

LeadingAge Minnesota’s Annual Meeting & Leadership Forum is Sept. 21–24 in person at Madden’s in Brainerd. Register by Friday, Aug. 20 to receive the best value for your investment. Registration fees increase on Aug. 21.

Save the Dates for Next Nursing Leadership Certificate Program

On August 11, 2021 by Heidi Simpson

The next Nursing Leadership Certificate Program will be held on multiple dates from Sept. 2021 – Jan. 2022. 

Below are the dates to save for the 2021-2022 Nursing Leadership Certificate program; program details are currently being finalized. This year’s program is a combination of in-person and virtual live sessions.

2021 Annual Meeting – Leader-to-Leader Panels Highlight Shared Experiences

On August 4, 2021 by Heidi Simpson

LeadingAge Minnesota’s Annual Meeting & Leadership Forum will be held in person from Sept. 21–24 at Madden’s in Brainerd. A perennial benefit of this conference is the opportunity to learn from your colleagues about their experiences, learnings, and vision.

Dates Announced for the 2021-2022 Nursing Leadership Certificate Program

On August 4, 2021 by Heidi Simpson

The next Nursing Leadership Certificate Program will begin at the end of September.

Interested members should save the dates below for the 2021-2022 Nursing Leadership Certificate program; program details are currently being finalized. This year's program is planned to be both a live and in-person and a live virtual event.

2021 Annual Meeting – Moving Forward Together at Madden’s, Sept. 21-24

On July 28, 2021 by Heidi Simpson

LeadingAge Minnesota’s Annual Meeting & Leadership Forum returns to an in-person event from Sept. 21–24 at Madden’s in Brainerd.

Register today to attend this signature event where high-level, strategic-focused sessions include:

Register for 2021 Annual Meeting at Madden’s, Sept. 21-24

On July 21, 2021 by Heidi Simpson

It’s time to reunite! Register now for our Annual Meeting & Leadership Forum, which returns to an entirely in-person event Sept. 21–24 at Madden's in Brainerd.

2021 Annual Meeting is In-Person, Sept. 21-24

On July 14, 2021 by Heidi Simpson

Annual Meeting & Leadership Forum returns to an entirely in-person event Sept. 21–24 at Madden's in Brainerd. We are looking forward to reuniting and reconnecting.

2021 Annual Meeting Preview, Sept. 21-24

On July 7, 2021 by Heidi Simpson

“Forward Together” is the theme for our Annual Meeting & Leadership Forum, an in-person event from Sept. 21 – 24 at Madden’s in Brainerd. We are looking forward to reuniting and reconnecting.

Futurist and author Jack Uldrich will join us on Wednesday, Sept. 22, with a keynote entitled "Fast Forward: The Emerging Age of Reimagination, Redesign, and Regeneration."

Legacy LALD Applications Due on June 30

On June 23, 2021 by Libbie Chapuran

The legacy pathway for the Licensed Assisted Living Director (LALD) sunsets at the end of the month, and applications are due by 11:59 p.m. on June 30. If you don't hit the apply by then, you’ll need to meet the new Assisted Living Director or Assisted Living Director in Residence requirements that begin on July 1. Application verifications such as transcripts, resumes, official employment verifications can be sent in AFTER July 1 if needed.

Coming This Summer: LeadingAge Minnesota’s Assisted Living Director Licensing Course

On May 12, 2021 by Heidi Simpson

LeadingAge Minnesota will offer a multi-session course starting this summer to help individuals prepare for the Licensed Assisted Living Director exam. Effective August 2021, every assisted living and assisted living with dementia care licensed setting must have a Licensed Assisted Living Director.

Preparing to Comply with the New Assisted Living Licensure Law – a Comprehensive Four-Part Workshop

On May 12, 2021 by Heidi Simpson

A four-part intensive workshop will provide a comprehensive overview of the various new requirements with which Assisted Living providers will be expected to comply under the new licensure law. We will offer the workshop in a virtual format in the mornings of May 26, 27 and July 13, 14. It includes several topics all in one program series rather than individual sessions. This is an excellent series for assisted living teams to attend together.

Next Week: 2021 Virtual Institute, May 18-21

On May 12, 2021 by Heidi Simpson

FORWARD – that is the theme of the 2021 Virtual Institute, May 18-21, and it most definitely reflects the spirit of optimism we're feeling from our members. Over 3,000 people are registered to attend this historic virtual conference customarily held in St. Paul during February.

Preparing to Comply with the New Assisted Living Licensure Law – a Four-Part Workshop

On May 5, 2021 by Heidi Simpson

The assisted living licensure law represents a significant and historic change in how assisted living is provide and regulated in Minnesota and goes into effect Aug. 1. There is much for providers and individuals to do to prepare for its implementation.

Legal Issues Related to Employee Vaccination, May 12 Webinar

On May 5, 2021 by Heidi Simpson

Can you mandate staff get the COVID-19 vaccine? Can you ask staff if they have been or will get vaccinated? What about offering incentives? Know your risk before you act.

2021 Institute is May 18-21, Registration Closes May 10

On May 5, 2021 by Heidi Simpson

The 2021 Institute, May 18-21, is the largest multi-day conference for older adult services professionals in the Upper Midwest. This year's event takes place on a virtual platform over four mornings and has more education sessions and available CEUs than ever before.

Assisted Living Licensure Education and Training Offerings

On April 28, 2021 by Heidi Simpson

The Assisted Living Licensure law represents a significant and historic change in how assisted living is provide and regulated in Minnesota and goes into effect August 1, 2021. There is much for providers and individuals to do to be prepared for its implementation.

Deadline Approaching! Apply for Leadership Academy

On April 21, 2021 by Barbara Landeen

The deadline to apply for LeadingAge Minnesota’s Leadership Academy is Monday, April 26. Invest in developing your leaders through this multi-session program that includes leadership theory, applied learning and coaching by seasoned mentors.