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LeadingAge MN Welcomes Shelli Bakken to the Team!

On February 27, 2025 by LeadingAge Minnesota

LeadingAge Minnesota is thrilled to welcome Shelli Bakken to our staff. Shelli joins the association as Director of Housing Policy & Expert Support.

LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation Welcomes Kirstan Ketter

On December 12, 2024 by Anna Mowry

With great excitement, the LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation welcomes Kirstan Ketter as our new Foundation Project Manager to lead our initiative to bridge pathways between New Americans and senior care employers, a nearly $1million grant-funded investment from the DHS GEAR Division.

More MDH Anonymous Feedback Results are In!

On June 13, 2024 by Mark Schulz

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has made public its anonymous survey process feedback results to date. After its initial launch in summer 2023, an unexpected software issue impacted the collection process resulting in a short delay of collection efforts. After its relaunch in October, the results of the anonymous feedback tool are now available.

MDH Anonymous Feedback Results are In

On December 14, 2023 by Mark Schulz

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has made its anonymous survey process feedback results public, with most respondents reflecting a positive survey experience.

Introducing Jessica Lacher: LeadingAge Minnesota’s New Director of Membership

On July 27, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran

LeadingAge Minnesota is excited to welcome Jessica Lacher as the new Director of Membership. With an impressive background spanning 25 years of service in various roles within provider organizations, Jessica's expertise and dedication make her a perfect fit for this position.

Stacy Rogers Joins LeadingAge Minnesota Solutions

On July 20, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran

Stacy Rogers has joined LeadingAge Minnesota as the Vice President LeadingAge Minnesota Solutions.

Invest in Your Staff; Join Us at the 2023 Institute and Expo

On December 22, 2022 by Sharon Hollister

The most impactful way to retain your current staff is to invest in their professional development. Institute is the best value for your investment, with the average cost to attend at less than $40 per person per day when you register by Jan. 4.

Heidi Simpson Announces her Retirement from LeadingAge Minnesota

On May 6, 2022 by Libbie Chapuran

After almost 44 years with LeadingAge Minnesota, Heidi Simpson has announced she will be retiring this year effective Aug. 1. While she will be deeply missed, we are also excited for Heidi and her family as they embark on this new journey!

Welcome Matt Steele to the LeadingAge Minnesota Advocacy Team

On January 20, 2021 by Libbie Chapuran

We are happy to announce that Matt Steele has joined LeadingAge Minnesota as the Director of Government Affairs. Matt joins the advocacy team, focusing his work on legislative policy solutions.

Building Team Resilience During COVID-19: Nurturing for Self and Team

On December 9, 2020 by LeadingAge

Featuring Dr. Alyson VanAhn, Associated Clinic of Psychology

Our focus this week is on providing small doses of nurturing—for yourself and your team— in order to build resilience for all. In addition to the compliments we discussed in last week’s article, a focus on what’s most nurturing at a basic level can be very helpful to restore a sense of comfort in the most difficult times.