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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.
Technology Conference - Early Bird Deadline Approaching
On March 20, 2025 by Sharon Hollister
The Technology Conference is back—bigger and better! Join us on April 30 at the Heritage Center of Brooklyn Center for a day packed with fresh ideas, innovative solutions, and new ways to advance your community.
Last Week to Register Your ICan Quality Improvement Team
On March 13, 2025 by Julie Apold
Next Thursday, March 20, is the deadline for registering a team for this year’s ICan Quality Improvement Contest. The contest involves developing and implementing a Quality Improvement project identified and led by front-line staff.
2025 DHS PIPP Request for Proposals Now Available
On March 6, 2025 by Julie Apold
The 2025 Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) Nursing Facility Performance-Based Incentive Payment Program (PIPP) Request for Proposals (RFP) information is now available.
Register Your ICan Quality Improvement Team by March 20
On February 20, 2025 by Julie Apold
The deadline for registering a team for this year’s ICan Quality Improvement Contest is March 20. The contest involves developing and implementing a Quality Improvement project identified and led by front-line staff.
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.
Infection Control and Substance Use Resources Available from Superior Health Alliance
On January 11, 2024 by Kari Everson
Superior Health Alliance released several resources to assist with infection control and substance use disorders.
Meaningful Activities Quality Improvement Project Recognized in ICan Contest
On December 14, 2023 by Julie Apold
A team from the Melrose Care Center Activities Department was recognized for their quality improvement project in LeadingAge Minnesota’s ICan Quality Improvement Contest.