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Sign Up to Get Free Real-Time Translation Devices at Your Site
On October 15, 2026 by Thanh Nguyen
The LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation is distributing 150 real-time PockeTalk translation devices to provider members at no cost—sign up today.
Bringing Member Innovation into the Spotlight: PioneerCare’s Childcare Solution
On October 15, 2026 by Ben Hansen
When aging services providers solve problems, the impact often reaches well beyond the people in their care. In Fergus Falls, PioneerCare is demonstrating just how far that impact can go.
Nursing Home Minimum Wage Notice Posted
On October 8, 2026 by Jeff Bostic
The Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board has recently posted an updated notice that nursing homes need to share with their workers. The notice needs to be shared either by posting it in a visible place or by distributing it in the usual way that employers share information with their workers.
New Technology Playbook: AI-Enabled Admissions and Referral Decision Support
On September 17, 2026 by Julie Apold
The AI-Enabled Admissions and Referral Decision Support Playbook is the tenth in a series of technology solution playbooks designed to help aging services providers identify and evaluate technology solutions that can address workforce challenges.
Work Authorizations Are Beginning to Affect Minnesota’s Aging Services Workforce
On August 27, 2026 by Anna Mowry
LeadingAge Minnesota members are increasingly reporting situations in which employees with pending Employment Authorization Document (EAD) renewal applications are approaching—or experiencing—gaps in employment authorization before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) completes the renewal process. If this is impacting your organization, please complete our short survey at the end of this article.
DHS Releases Application for Grant Program Intended to Cover Gap in Minimum Wage Effective Date
On August 27, 2026 by Jeff Bostic
Now that DHS has published rate notices, they’ve also released a grant program intended to cover a gap in the minimum wage increase due to the delay in 2026 rates being approved.
Inclusive Hiring in Action: New Videos, Webinars and Employer Tools
On August 6, 2026 by Anna Mowry
New videos, on-demand webinars and practical tools help aging services providers recruit, support, and retain New American employees while creating stronger, more welcoming workplaces for everyone.
Department of Education Finalizes Rule Limiting Federal Student Loans for Key Healthcare Professions
On May 7, 2026 by Anna Mowry
On May 1st, the U.S. Department of Education published a final rule implementing changes to federal student loan limits for graduate and professional degree programs. The rule finalizes, without modification, the Department’s definition of “professional degree,” despite significant concerns raised during the public comment period.
Support Multilingual Learners with New Translated OnTrack Materials
On February 26, 2026 by Anna Mowry
To help more learners succeed in CNA training, OnTrack Nursing Assistant now offers translated learner materials in Spanish, Somali, and Hmong — designed to strengthen comprehension and confidence.
Resources to Support Your Organization and Community Amid Immigration Enforcement
On January 29, 2026 by Anna Mowry
As communities across Minnesota respond to increased immigration enforcement activity and related events, many organizations are navigating heightened concern, questions, and uncertainty. To support members during this time, LeadingAge Minnesota has developed and compiled a set of resources designed to help organizations prepare, respond thoughtfully, and communicate with care.
Immigrant Visa Processing Paused for Applicants From 75 Countries
On January 15, 2026 by Anna Mowry
Yesterday, Jan. 14, the U.S. State Department announced a pause on immigrant visa processing for applicants from 75 countries, a change that may affect some employment-based green card cases used by long-term care providers to recruit international health care professionals. The pause is scheduled to take effect on Jan. 21.
Communication Templates to Support Your Community Amid Immigration Enforcement
On January 8, 2026 by Anna Mowry
As communities across Minnesota respond to increased immigration enforcement activity and related events, many organizations are navigating heightened concern, questions, and uncertainty. To support members, LeadingAge Minnesota is sharing communication templates designed to help organizations respond thoughtfully and compassionately.
OnTrack Launches Trained Medication Aide (TMA) Training
On December 31, 2025 by Anna Mowry
OnTrack Medication Aide (TMA) Training is now available. Launching today, Jan. 1, 2026, this new hybrid Medication Aide training program—approved by the Minnesota Department of Health—expands career pathways for caregivers and provides members with a flexible, statewide TMA training option.
Get Ready: OnTrack Medication Aide (TMA) Training Program Launches Jan. 1
On December 18, 2025 by Anna Mowry
OnTrack Medication Aide (TMA) Training launches January 1, 2026. Newly approved by the Minnesota Department of Health, this hybrid medication aide training program was developed in response to member requests for accessible, online training and expands career advancement opportunities for caregivers across the state.
Bipartisan Bill Seeks to Combat Nursing Shortage by Using Unissued Visas
On October 30, 2025 by Anna Mowry
The Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act has been reintroduced – A federal bill that proposes to recapture up to 40,000 previously authorized but unused immigrant visas—25,000 for nurses and 15,000 for physicians.
Have You Utilized Our Resource Map for New Americans?
On October 2, 2025 by Kirstan Ketter
Our New American Resource Map is an interactive tool that features local resources across the state of Minnesota. All housed in one centralized location, this resource highlights community, cultural, health, education, childcare, legal, food, and workforce resources to support New Americans’ journeys in making MN their home.
LeadingAge MN Strengthens State’s Rural Health Transformation Application
On October 2, 2025 by Mark Schulz
LeadingAge Minnesota submitted comprehensive comments to strengthen the State of Minnesota’s application to CMS’ new Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program. Our recommendations emphasize workforce solutions, improved access to care, and sustainable models for aging services in rural communities—ensuring older Minnesotans can continue to receive care close to home.
Bipartisan Bill Reintroduced Aimed at Addressing Nursing Shortage with Unused Visas
On September 18, 2025 by Anna Mowry
The Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act has been reintroduced – a federal bill that proposes to recapture up to 40,000 previously authorized but unused immigrant visas—25,000 for nurses and 15,000 for physicians.
Drive for Five Initiative Grants - Applications Have Been Released
On September 11, 2025 by Anna Mowry
The Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is seeking proposals for the Drive for Five Initiative Competitive Grants to conduct outreach, provide education and training, and job placement in high-demand fields, including the caring professions.
School’s Out, Students Are In: Hire High Schoolers and Help Them Earn Credit
On June 12, 2025 by Anna Mowry
With school out and summer break in full swing, it’s the perfect time for Minnesota high schoolers to gain real-world experience—and get rewarded for it. Students entering grades 11 and 12 now have a unique opportunity to earn high school elective credit while working in senior care settings across the state.