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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.
Governor Walz Releases Revised Budget that Continues to Support Major Cuts to Long-Term Care
On March 27, 2025 by Jeff Bostic
Late last week, Governor Walz released his revised budget proposal for the next two years, which continues to propose balancing the state budget on the backs of seniors and those who care for them.
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.
DHS Provides Update on Nursing Facility Loan Program
On March 13, 2025 by Jeff Bostic
DHS recently updated the provider associations on the financially distressed nursing facility program. That program was created by the 2023 Legislature to provide interest free loans to nursing facilities that are at risk of closure due to operating losses. DHS has now worked through the first round of applications for those funds.
Updated State Budget Forecast Shows Growing Long-Term Deficit
On March 6, 2025 by Jeff Bostic
Minnesota lawmakers received an updated budget forecast today that increases the chances that they will need to consider budget cuts to address future deficits. The forecast predicts a $456 Million surplus by the end of June 2027, down by $150 million since the last forecast in November of last year.
LTC Imperative Completes Data Collection to Inform Legislative Session Actions
On March 6, 2025 by Jeff Bostic
The LTC Imperative recently completed a Workforce and Financial Data Survey and a Nursing Home Occupancy Survey. Thanks to all the members who contributed their data to those surveys.
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.
2025 Virtual Institute Starts March 4
On February 13, 2025 by Sharon Hollister
As the in-person 2025 Institute & Expo wraps-up today, don’t forget more education is coming in two weeks.
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.