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Bethesda Announces New Vice President of Development and Marketing

On February 15, 2024 by Libbie Chapuran

Kristin Rucks is the new Vice President of Development and Marketing at Bethesda, a long-time member of LeadingAge Minnesota, serving seniors in and around Willmar, MN.

Celebrating Laura Broberg: Recipient of the 2024 Outstanding Leadership Award

On February 8, 2024 by Libbie Chapuran

LeadingAge Minnesota proudly acknowledges Laura Broberg, Administrator at Milaca Elim Meadows, as the esteemed recipient of the 2024 Outstanding Leadership Award. Laura's exemplary leadership at Cassia’s Elim Milaca campus has made a profound impact on long-term care.

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.

2024 Leadership Academy Dates Announced, Applications Open

On January 18, 2024 by Barbara Landeen

Applications for the 2024 Leadership Academy are now open.

Call for Nominations: District Officer and Director Elections at January District Meetings

On January 4, 2024 by Barbara Landeen

Elections will be held for several open district officer and director positions during the upcoming virtual district meetings in January. This is a call for nominations to fill these vital leadership positions.

Introducing LeadingAge Minnesota’s Executive Leadership Masterclass

On November 16, 2023 by Barbara Landeen

We are excited to introduce the Executive Leadership Masterclass for Aging Services Professionals, an exclusive experience for ambitious leaders who aspire to lead their organizations at the highest level.

District Officers Elected at October Member Meetings

On November 2, 2023 by Barbara Landeen

Members elected new officers to represent them during the recent October District Meetings, and several officers moved to new roles as terms are set to expire.

Congratulations to the 2023 LeadingAge Minnesota’s Nurse Leadership Certificate Program Grads

On September 7, 2023 by Kari Everson

LeadingAge Minnesota’s Nurse Leadership Certificate Program supports new and emerging nurse leaders. Nurse leaders in skilled nursing care centers, assisted living, or home care settings, new to or moving into leadership positions, came together for five months of networking, learning, and support.

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:

New District Officers Elected at June Meetings

On June 22, 2023 by Barbara Landeen

Elections were held to fill several vacant District Officer positions at the recent District Meetings. Each of the seven geographical districts in the state is represented by an elected slate of officers – District Chair, Chair-Elect, Secretary, and District Board Director.

Minnesotans Travel to DC for Leadership and Advocacy

On April 20, 2023 by LeadingAge

Several members of LeadingAge Minnesota attended LeadingAge's annual Leadership Summit in our nation’s capital city this week. LeadingAge Minnesota attendees visited with several members of Congress and their teams to discuss issues that our providers are facing all across the state.

2023 Nurse Leadership Certificate Program starts on April 12

On February 16, 2023 by Sharon Hollister

New and emerging nurse leaders in skilled nursing care centers, assisted living, or home care settings will gain a solid understanding of the foundational elements that make up the nurse leader’s role by attending LeadingAge Minnesota’s Nurse Leadership Certificate Program.

Build Connections to Make an Impact

On February 16, 2023 by Kari Thurlow

LeadingAge Minnesota is more than an association. It’s a community built on a foundation of meaningful relationships and a common understanding of what it means to be an aging services professional. Our shared experiences help us know deeply the profound impact chronic underfunding of senior care services has on the well-being of professional caregivers, their families, and the people we serve.

Knute Nelson Announces Senior Leadership Changes

On February 9, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran

Knute Nelson leaders Katie Perry and Angie Urman have taken on new positions within the organization’s senior leadership team.

Gail Skoglund, Director of Adult Day Services at Cassia, Receives Top Leadership Award

On February 9, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran

Gail Skoglund, Director of Adult Day Services at Cassia in Edina was honored by LeadingAge Minnesota with the Outstanding Leadership Award at the LeadingAge Minnesota Institute & Expo.

2023 Leadership Academy Dates Announced, Applications Open

On January 5, 2023 by Barbara Landeen

Applications for the 2023 Leadership Academy are now open.

About Leadership Academy

Leading well through these unprecedented challenging times requires solid skills and team relationships. During their year-long program, Leadership Academy fellows learn and apply ideas, tools, principles, and theory to strengthen their leadership and foster an organizational culture to lead in normal and not-so-normal times.

2022 Leadership Academy Fellows Complete Year of Development and Growth

On December 8, 2022 by Barbara Landeen

On Dec. 1, the 2022 Leadership Academy Class of Fellows completed their program year of leadership development. The official graduation for the cohort of 45 leaders will be celebrated at the 2023 Institute & Expo.

Register Today - 2022 Nurse Leadership Certificate Program Starts May 17

On May 5, 2022 by Heidi Simpson

Registration closes soon for LeadingAge Minnesota’s Nurse Leadership Certificate Program – the premier training program for new and emerging nurse leaders in skilled care and assisted living settings. The series begins May 17 and is scheduled over five months, including in-person and virtual sessions.

Nurse Leadership Certificate Program begins May 17, 2022 – Register Today

On April 28, 2022 by Heidi Simpson

LeadingAge Minnesota’s Nurse Leadership Certificate Program is the premier training program for new and emerging nurse leaders in skilled care and assisted living settings. It begins May 17 and is scheduled over five months, including in-person and virtual sessions.

2022 Leadership Academy Fellows Selected

On April 28, 2022 by Barbara Landeen

Fellows for LeadingAge Minnesota’s 2022 Leadership Academy have been selected.

This year, 56 leaders will comprise the largest cohort in this program's history. They represent the diversity of the profession, service settings, geographic regions, and organizational profiles within our membership.