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Sleep Matters – Improve Your Resident’s Quality of Life Through Sleep Webinar – May 16
On April 18, 2024 by Sharon Hollister
Join us Thursday, May 16, from Noon – 1 p.m. for Sleep Matters – Improve Your Resident’s Quality of Life Through Sleep. This webinar will explore the relationship between sleep and residents' well-being in long-term care settings.
Technology Conference – Find Technology Solutions for Your Community
On April 18, 2024 by Sharon Hollister
Our new Technology Conference on May 7 in Brooklyn Center brings over 30+ technology solutions together in a single day, streamlining the process of identifying and evaluating potential solutions for your communities.
The Forces of Quality, Quantity, and Value for Resident Wellness – Registration Open
On April 11, 2024 by Alecia Crumpler
Join us Thursday, June 20, from Noon – 1 p.m. for The Forces of Quality, Quantity, and Value for Resident Wellness. Skilled nursing operators and providers have been preparing for anticipated changes in claim-based and coding-based measure updates.
Technology Conference – AI in Aging Services
On April 11, 2024 by Sharon Hollister
AI is revolutionizing informed decision-making in senior living. Arick Morton, CEO of NIC MAP Vision, will explore how AI has the potential to enhance decision-making processes, improve operational efficiencies, and drive innovative thinking.
Sleep Matters – Improve Your Resident’s Quality of Life Through Sleep Webinar – Registration Open
On April 4, 2024 by Sharon Hollister
Join us Thursday, May 16, from Noon – 1 p.m. for Sleep Matters – Improve Your Resident’s Quality of Life Through Sleep. This webinar will explore the relationship between sleep and residents' well-being in long-term care settings.
Workforce Technology Playbook – Earned Wages Access Solutions
On April 4, 2024 by Julie Apold
The Earned Wages Access Solutions is the sixth in a series of workforce technology solution playbooks designed to assist you in identifying technology solutions to help address the workforce crisis.
Lead Innovation in Aging Services: Attend the Technology Conference on May 7
On March 21, 2024 by Sharon Hollister
Our new Technology Conference: Solutions to Improve Workforce and Quality in Aging Services is on May 7 at the Heritage Center of Brooklyn Center. Join us for a day of innovation, collaboration, and exploration as we delve into the transformative power of technology in revolutionizing aging services.
Workforce Technology Playbook – Fingerprinting Equipment for Background Studies
On February 1, 2024 by Julie Apold
The Fingerprinting Equipment for Background Studies Playbook is the fifth in a series of workforce technology solution playbooks designed to assist you in identifying technology solutions to help address the workforce crisis.
Technology Conference
On December 19, 2023 by Alecia Crumpler
Workforce Technology Playbook – Cleaning Robotics
On July 27, 2023 by Julie Apold
The Cleaning Robotics Technology Playbook is the fourth in a series of workforce technology solution playbooks designed to assist you in identifying technology solutions to help address the workforce crisis.
Workforce Technology Solutions Playbook – Dining Robotics
On May 11, 2023 by Julie Apold
The Dining Robotics Playbook is the second in a series of workforce technology solution playbooks designed to help you identify technology solutions to address the workforce crisis. Dining robotics can improve efficiency and convenience by reducing step count during food delivery and table bussing and enabling staff to remain in the dining room and be available to residents.
Workforce Technology Solutions Playbook – Scheduling Software
On April 6, 2023 by Julie Apold
The Scheduling Software Playbook is the first in a series of workforce technology solution playbooks designed to assist you in identifying technology solutions to help address the workforce crisis.
Workforce Technology Solution Playbooks
On April 6, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran
Free Virtual Reality Headsets for Nurse Aide Training Programs
On November 10, 2022 by Anna Mowry
New software is being developed to create virtual reality (VR) nurse aide skill simulations that align with the Headmaster skills test. Nurse aide training programs and instructors can volunteer to test the VR software to help provide feedback during the final product development stages.
Knute Nelson Launches Next-Generation Technology for Residents and Staff
On May 10, 2022 by Libbie Chapuran
On May 4, Knute Nelson, a LeadingAge Minnesota member, announced a partnership with K4Connect, a mission-driven health-tech company integrating technology to serve and empower older adults and individuals living with disabilities.
Reimagine Aging Conference to Focus on Tech for Aging
On August 11, 2021 by Libbie Chapuran
Senior Community Services is proud to be hosting the sixth annual Reimagine Aging Conference. This year, the conference will be held on Oct. 6, both in-person and virtually, so the event is accessible to everyone.
COVID-19 Communicative Technology Grant Opportunity
On January 27, 2021 by Lori Meyer
The deadline is fast approaching for nursing facilities that have not already applied for the COVID-19 Communicative Technology Grants available through the Minnesota Department of Human Services utilizing Civil Monetary Penalty (CMP) funding. Facilities have until March 1, 2021 to submit an application.
Grant Applications for Technology to Ease Isolation coming in January
On December 9, 2020 by Bobbie Guidry
The Minnesota Home Care and Assisted Living Advisory Council announced their first project utilizing funds from the special revenue account established from fines related to home care survey findings. The Commissioner has approved an expenditure of $100,000 with a maximum per provider of $2500 to be granted for the purchase of technology and for training of staff to use devices to ease isolation for individuals served in assisted living and through home care agencies. More information and an application will be issued soon with an application period expected in January.
CMP Funding Still Available to Nursing Homes for COVID-19 Technology Grants
On August 5, 2020 by Jonathan Lips
The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) is still accepting applications from Medicaid-certified nursing facilities to receive up to $3,000 in Civil Monetary Penalty (CMP) funds to purchase communication technology.
Telehealth: COVID-19 Open the Floodgates but Barriers Remain
On June 30, 2020 by Jodi Boyne
Telehealth has been embraced by senior living providers during COVID-19 and changes in federal policy and flexibilities from insurance have made it easier to implement and pay for it. Accompanying this positive progression is the operational demands it has placed on providers and the continued lack of reimbursement.