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OLA Accompanying MDH Surveyors on Licensing Surveys
On June 5, 2025 by Kari Everson
The State of Minnesota recently announced that staff from the Minnesota Office of the Legislative Auditor (OLA) will be accompanying Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) surveyors during certain licensing surveys.
Turn Insight into Action with our Latest QUEST Report
On May 1, 2025 by Julie Apold
The LeadingAge Minnesota QUEST Report is now available for fourth quarter 2024. This quarterly analytic resource for association members focuses on key trends in the senior care sector.
April 16 Lunch & Learn Webinar Available for Download
On April 24, 2025 by Sharon Hollister
Last week we launched the 2025 series of Nurse Lunch & Learn webinars. The April 16 recording – Charting Medications that Can’t Be Given – is now available for download in the Resource Center. This is a member benefit, so there is no charge to view this timely content (member login required.)
Virtual Institute Access Ends April 30
On April 17, 2025 by Sharon Hollister
On-demand session content from the 2025 Institute & Expo is available for registered participants through April 30. This is convenient way to gain new knowledge and earn CEUs for LNHA members who still need them by this year’s renewal deadline.
Nursing Homes Must Now Submit Off-cycle Revalidations by Aug. 1
On April 17, 2025 by Mark Schulz
Nursing homes must now submit off-cycle revalidations by August 1. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) enacted a final rule in November 2023 implementing portions of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, which added a section to the Social Security Act related to ownership, management, and related parties.
Nursing Home Awardees Represent 95% of All DLI Ergonomic Safety Grants
On April 17, 2025 by Mark Schulz
The Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) has been accepting grant request applications for its workplace Ergonomic Safety Grant Program since summer 2023. To date, 75 of 79 awarded grants have been provided to nursing home applicants with several more requests due to be awarded soon.
Register for the Spring Nurse Lunch and Learn Series – April 16, May 14, and June 16
On April 10, 2025 by Sharon Hollister
Nurse Lunch and Learn webinars offer quick, focused sessions for nurse teams, emphasizing staff and direct care nurses. Each virtual webinar begins with a brief presentation on key topics, followed by a small group exercise for hands-on application of the learning outcomes.
Last Chance: Apply by April 15 for Dual-Training Pipeline Grants
On April 10, 2025 by Anna Mowry
The Office of Higher Education's (OHE) Dual-Training Pipeline Grant is open for applications until April 15.
Nurse Lunch and Learns – April 16, May 14, and June 16
On April 3, 2025 by Sharon Hollister
Nurse Lunch and Learn webinars offer quick, focused sessions for nurse teams, emphasizing staff and direct care nurses.
Operations Certificate Program – Registration Deadline is Next Week
On March 27, 2025 by Sharon Hollister
Starting April 9, LeadingAge Minnesota’s new Operations Certificate Program is specifically designed for professionals in long-term care settings—including assisted living and care centers—who are looking to expand their operational knowledge and leadership abilities.
Apply by April 15: Dual-Training Pipeline Grants
On March 27, 2025 by Anna Mowry
The Office of Higher Education's (OHE) Dual-Training Pipeline Grant is open for applications until April 15.
Nurse Lunch and Learns Start April 16
On March 20, 2025 by Sharon Hollister
Nurse Lunch and Learn webinars offer quick, focused sessions for nurse teams, emphasizing staff and direct care nurses. Each virtual webinar begins with a brief presentation on key topics, followed by a small group exercise for hands-on application of the learning outcomes.
New Operations Certificate Program – Registration Open
On February 20, 2025 by Sharon Hollister
Beginning April 9, this 11-day interactive program is designed specifically for administrators, site leaders, and operational staff in assisted living and care center communities to build essential knowledge and practical skills to manage operations effectively.
Be Prepared: Free In-Person Health Care Continuity of Operations Plan Technical Assistance
On January 23, 2025 by Mark Schulz
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has contracted with All Clear Emergency Management to offer free in-person technical assistance for implementing continuity of operations planning.
FREE In-Person Health Care Continuity of Operations Plan Technical Assistance
On January 16, 2025 by Mark Schulz
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has contracted with All Clear Emergency Management to offer free in-person technical assistance for implementing continuity of operations planning.
Litigation Update – State Association CMS Minimum Staffing Lawsuit
On January 16, 2025 by Mark Schulz
On Dec. 5, 2024, Judge Leonard Strand, who is presiding over the lawsuit filed by LeadingAge Minnesota and other LeadingAge state affiliates and state Attorneys General to challenge the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) Minimum Staffing Rule, held a hearing on our motion for a preliminary injunction to halt the rule’s enforcement and implementation.
Holiday Pay Litigation Update - Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board
On January 16, 2025 by Mark Schulz
Last week, our attorney filed an amended complaint in our legal challenge of the Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board’s (NHWSB) Holiday Pay Rule. The amended complaint included more information about the harms suffered by our members because of implementing the Holiday Pay Rule at their nursing homes.
NLRB Returns to Pro-Bargaining Standard, Impacting Employer Actions
On December 19, 2024 by Mark Schulz
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has made a significant policy shift back to a more pro-union stance, reinstating the "clear and unmistakable waiver" standard.
Litigation Update – Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board
On December 19, 2024 by Mark Schulz
The Holiday Pay rule was officially entered into the State Register on December 9, with state enforcement of the rule set to begin on Jan. 1, 2025.
HHS-OCR Issues “Dear Colleague” Letter about Language Assistance Access Requirements
On December 12, 2024 by Mark Schulz
On Dec. 5, the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), Office for Civil Rights (OCR), issued a “Dear Colleague” letter to clarify expectations for language access services, stressing compliance with the new final rule on Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act (“Section 1557”).