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MDH to Host In-Facility Vaccine Clinics
On January 26, 2023 by Kari Everson
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) in-facility vaccine clinics are available through Feb. 15.
These clinics have supplies of both the primary series vaccine and bivalent boosters. Residents and staff are eligible.
Customizing Assisted Living Policies
On January 19, 2023 by Bobbie Guidry
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) recently reminded assisted living providers to customize all pre-written sample policies to avoid correction orders.
Six Care Centers Apply for Moratorium Exceptions Process Funding
On January 5, 2023 by Jeff Bostic
The current round of applications for nursing facility moratorium exceptions has closed. The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) recently informed LeadingAge Minnesota that six care centers submitted proposals for this round. A review committee will hear the proposals in February, and the MDH commissioner will announce the approved projects by April 6.
Assisted Living Resource: Contacting On-Call RN
On January 5, 2023 by Kari Everson
With the assistance of several nurse leaders, LeadingAge Minnesota created a sample document for assisted living organizations to communicate expectations to staff. Understanding when an unlicensed person (ULP) must contact a registered nurse (RN) can be confusing, and the resource can help clarify some of your questions.
Assisted Living and Nursing Home Infection Reporting
On December 22, 2022 by Libbie Chapuran
COVID-19/Flu Tests Coming Soon to SNFs Throughout the State
On December 22, 2022 by Kari Everson
The Minnesota Department of Health is mailing a combination of COVID-19/Flu A&B rapid test kits to all skilled nursing facilities in the state. Kits should be arriving in the next 2-3 weeks.
Summary Resource for Assisted Living and Nursing Home Infection Reporting
On December 22, 2022 by Kari Everson
LeadingAge Minnesota has developed a new resource for members to help clarify the complex and often confusing infectious illness reporting requirements for our nursing home and assisted living members.
Assisted Living Emergency Relocation Notice Template Revised
On December 15, 2022 by Bobbie Guidry
We have revised the Assisted Living Emergency Relocation Notice template to include additional information on appeals and to clarify who needs to receive the notice.
Nursing Home Chow Documents and Process Now Available
On December 15, 2022 by Kari Everson
Whenever a nursing home changes ownership, the new owner must apply for an operating license before taking over the operations of an already licensed organization. Aug. 1 amendments to the change of ownership (CHOW) process took effect. The current licensee remains responsible until the new owner is properly licensed. The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has the updated information and forms and process available.
Home Care and Assisted Living Provider Social Connection Grant Funding Opportunity Opens Jan. 3
On December 8, 2022 by Bobbie Guidry
The Home Care and Assisted Living Provider Advisory Council will provide funding to home care and assisted living providers to promote social connection of vulnerable adults receiving home care and assisted living services. The Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Health has approved the grant.
New Qualifying Medical Conditions for Medical Cannabis Program
On December 1, 2022 by Kari Everson
Minnesota’s medical cannabis program allows for the use of cannabis for Minnesota residents with qualifying medical conditions. On Nov. 30, the Office of Medical Cannabis announced the addition of two new diagnoses to the list: irritable bowel syndrome and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Minnesota Department of Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm to Retire
On November 17, 2022 by Erin Huppert
On Wednesday, Nov. 16, Minnesota Commissioner of Health Jan Malcolm announced that she will retire at the end of Governor Tim Walz's first term on Jan. 3, concluding a career of public service to Minnesota in the administrations of three different governors.
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.
MDH Issues a Special Edition ALL Together Newsletter with Changes to Assisted Living Laws
On November 6, 2022 by Bobbie Guidry
In a special edition of the ALL Together Newsletter sent last week, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) reviewed the assisted living license renewal information and provided a list of changes affecting assisted living facilities included in the Health and Human Services Policy Bill passed in the final hours of the 2022 legislative session.
Answers to Frequently Asked Questions on Recent COVID-19 Guidance Changes
On November 4, 2022 by Kari Everson
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released several changes to COVID-19 guidance over the past two weeks. Members have several questions about the nursing home vaccine mandate, source control and eye protection use, antigen testing of asymptomatic individuals, and resident screening.
Answers to FAQ on Recent COVID-19 Guidance Changes
On October 13, 2022 by Kari Everson
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released several changes to COVID-19 guidance over the past two weeks. Members have several questions about the nursing home vaccine mandate, source control and eye protection use, antigen testing of asymptomatic individuals, and resident screening.
Changes and Clarifications to the Knowledge Test for Nurse Aide Candidates
On October 6, 2022 by Anna Mowry
As of Oct. 3, nurse aide candidates have a maximum of two hours to complete the knowledge test and have up to four chances to pass the knowledge test. We have answers to several frequently asked questions about the nurse aide test.
FAQ on Assisted Living Contracts Added to MDH Website
On October 6, 2022 by Bobbie Guidry
A section on Assisted Living Contracts was recently added to the FAQ section of the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Assisted Living webpage. Included are responses to questions on liability waivers, renter's insurance, and arbitration provisions posed by providers.
Resident, Staff, and Visitor COVID-19 Screening
On October 6, 2022 by Kari Everson
On Sept. 23, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released updates to multiple COVID-19 infection prevention and control practices. One of the areas that required further clarification was screening practices for residents, staff, and visitors. On yesterday's call, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) clarified these practices for providers.
Resident and Family Satisfaction Surveys to Inform Assisted Living Report Card
On September 28, 2022 by Bobbie Guidry
In partnership with Vital Research, the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) and the Minnesota Board on Aging are preparing for data collection for the Assisted Living Report Card. Assisted living directors will be informed by letter of the plans for this year's statewide assisted living resident quality of life and family satisfaction surveys in early October.