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Exclusive Members-Only Opportunities
On July 3, 2025 by Julie Apold
Safe Lift Virtual Training
If your service site uses mechanical lifts for resident transfers, we urge you to register and attend a free Safe Lift virtual training session webinar on Aug. 6 from 1 – 2:30 p.m. to learn enhanced safety practices that can prevent dangerous falls from occurring during transfers.
Let Your Stars Shine! 2026 Award Nominations Now Open
On July 3, 2025 by Barbara Landeen
LeadingAge Minnesota’s Stars Among Us Award nominations are now open for 2026. This popular recognition program shines the spotlight on the best and brightest people working, living, and volunteering in our communities. Who on your team deserves the spotlight?
Annual QIIP Choices Open for Nursing Homes
On June 18, 2025 by Jeff Bostic
The annual selection for the Quality Improvement Incentive Payment Program (QIIP) for nursing homes is due by July 18th. The selection for this year has been delayed by technical issues at DHS, but they are now ready to accept QIIP selections through a new process.
Quality Specialist Certificate Program
On June 12, 2025 by Sharon Hollister
The Quality Specialist Certificate Program supports individuals who are serving as quality leads within their organizations or have an interest in expanding their knowledge of quality, safety, and performance improvement.
Quality Specialist Certificate Program Begins Aug. 20 – Secure Your Seat Now
On June 5, 2025 by Sharon Hollister
The Quality Specialist Certificate Program begins August 20, and is expected to sell out. Register now to secure your seat.
Quality Specialist Certificate Program Open for Registration
On May 29, 2025 by Sharon Hollister
Quality – it’s a big topic that impacts just about everything from resident experience to organizational success. The Quality Specialist Certificate Program supports individuals who are serving as quality leads within their organizations or have an interest in expanding their knowledge of quality, safety, and performance improvement.
Registration Open - Quality Specialist Certificate Program Begins August 20
On May 8, 2025 by Sharon Hollister
Quality impacts resident quality of life; how your organization succeeds in the marketplace, and your reputation and bottom line.
Quality Specialist Certificate Program Begins August 20 – Registration Open
On May 1, 2025 by Sharon Hollister
Quality not only impacts resident quality of life; it drives how your organization succeeds in the marketplace, impacting your reputation and bottom line.
Quality in Action: Fairview University Transitional Care
On April 17, 2025 by Julie Apold
Too often, the loudest voices in senior care focus on challenges and shortcomings. But across Minnesota, providers are demonstrating excellence, innovation, and high performance. Our new series, Quality in Action, aims to spotlight these success stories—highlighting senior care organizations that are achieving exceptional results through their commitment to quality and safety.
OIG Issues New Nursing Facility Compliance Guidance
On December 5, 2024 by Mark Schulz
On November 20, the Office of Inspector General (OIG) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services released industry segment-specific compliance program guidance for skilled nursing facilities and nursing facilities (Nursing Facility ICPG).
New On-Demand Webinars Available – Earn CEUs Anytime
On May 30, 2024 by Sharon Hollister
LeadingAge Minnesota has a selection of on-demand webinars approved for clock hours. Eight new webinars from the 2023 Institute have been added on various topics. Get the training you need without having to leave your setting.
New Grant Opportunity: Workplace Safety Grants
On April 18, 2024 by Anna Mowry
A new grant opportunity, Workplace Safety Grants for Health Care Entities, has been released by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and is open for applications until June 7.
Over Two Years of Workforce Benchmarking Data Available in Data Portal
On April 18, 2024 by Julie Apold
The workforce application within the LeadingAge Minnesota Data Portal has over two years of member-submitted data on employee turnover, retention, and vacancy metrics.
Workplace Safety Grants for Health Care Settings Now Open
On April 11, 2024 by Anna Mowry
A new grant opportunity, Workplace Safety Grants for Health Care Entities, has been released by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and is open for applications until June 7.
Now Seeking Quarter 1 2024 Data for the LeadingAge Minnesota Data Portal
On April 4, 2024 by Julie Apold
Data submission for Quarter 1, 2024, is now open in the LeadingAge Minnesota Data Portal. Data submission for all LeadingAge Minnesota Data Portal applications is due by April 30.
Safe Care: Five-Step Action Plan to Eliminate Preventable Harm
On March 14, 2024 by Julie Apold
Join us in our mission to eliminate preventable harm through the Safe Care five-point action plan. Register for the Safe Care introductory virtual workshop series.
Nurse Lunch and Learns Start April 17
On March 14, 2024 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.
Don’t Miss the Opportunity to Sign Your Team Up for the 2024 ICan Improvement Contest
On March 7, 2024 by Julie Apold
The deadline for registering a team for this year’s ICan Quality Improvement Contest is March 14. The contest involves developing and implementing a Quality Improvement project identified and led by front-line staff.
Recommit to and Re-Engage with Safe Care to Eliminate Preventable Harm
On February 29, 2024 by Julie Apold
Join us in our mission to eliminate preventable harm in caregiving by taking two critical steps to re-double your Safe Care efforts:
2024 DHS PIPP Proposal Resources Available
On February 1, 2024 by Julie Apold
The 2024 Minnesota Department of Human Services Nursing Facility Performance-Based Incentive Payment Program (PIPP) Request for Proposals (RFP) information is now available.