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Minnesota State Mankato and Ecumen Team Up to Enhance Nursing Care for Minnesota Seniors
On August 7, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
Minnesota State University, Mankato and Ecumen are teaming up to help address the state’s acute shortage of nurses working in long-term geriatric care.
Become a Senior Living Works Ambassador
On August 7, 2018 by Guest Contributor
More than 350 senior living professionals have signed on as Senior Living Works Ambassadors! Will you be next?
America Is Running Out of Family Caregivers, Just When It Needs Them Most
On July 24, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
Many Americans are now aging without family caregivers nearby, reports the Wall Street Journal.
Presbyterian Homes & Services Receives $12 Million Gift
On May 22, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS) received a $12 million gift to establish and endow the Hugh K. and Margaret S. Schilling Leadership Institute, which aims to advance development of a highly competent workforce to meet needs related to the unprecedented aging of our population.
Workforce Solutions Conference Brings Proven Resources to Members
On April 25, 2018 by Jenna Kellerman
More than 200 LeadingAge Minnesota members gathered for the fourth annual Workforce Solutions Conference last week. The conference was designed to be interactive and fast-paced – featuring expert panels, 15-minute express sessions, and providing tools needed to build and retain our workforce.
Legislation to Alleviate Growing Workforce Crisis Introduced in Congress
On April 25, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
New legislation introduced in Congress would help aging services providers alleviate its growing workforce crisis:
BBC News Highlights Minnesota Workforce Solutions for New Americans
On April 17, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
The debate on immigration can send a chilling effect across our field, as immigrants and refugees are an essential part of our workforce – today and in the future.
2 Days Left for Summer Health Care Internship Employer Applications
On April 10, 2018 by Jenna Kellerman
Employer applications are being accepted through Friday, April 13 for the 2018 Summer Health Care Internship Program. Skilled nursing, home care providers and adult day centers are encouraged to participate.
April 12 is Last Day to Register for Workforce Conference & New Supervisors Workshop
On April 10, 2018 by Heidi Simpson
Time is almost out to attend the annual Workforce Solutions Conference on April 19 and the co-located Essential Skills for New Supervisors workshop.
Care Centers: Wage and Health Insurance Enrollment Increases, Vacancies Remain
On April 10, 2018 by Jeff Bostic
Despite wage increases and increased health insurance enrollment, direct care employee vacancies in care centers remain high as compared to a few years ago.
Register for Final Onboarding Toolkit Webinar
On April 10, 2018 by Jenna Kellerman
Sign up today for the final Onboarding Toolkit Webinar on May 9 at 10 a.m. This webinar is open to anyone who has already implemented the toolkit as well as anyone interested in learning more about the resource.
2 Weeks Away: Workforce Conference & New Supervisors Workshop
On April 4, 2018 by Heidi Simpson
Don’t miss the popular Workforce Solutions Conference on April 19 and the co-located Essential Skills for New Supervisors workshop. Hear the latest research and best practices in recruiting, developing and retaining a talented workforce to serve your customers.
Final Week for Employer Applications! Summer Health Care Internship Program
On April 4, 2018 by Jenna Kellerman
Employer applications for the 2018 Summer Health Care Internship Program are due Friday, April 13. Skilled nursing, home care providers and adult day centers are encouraged to participate.
Online. On Demand. OnTrack: Nursing Assistant Training Demo is April 11
On April 4, 2018 by Jenna Kellerman
Join us on April 11 for a web demo of LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation’s OnTrack Nursing Assistant Training! Sign up today.
Register for the Final Onboarding Toolkit Webinar
On April 4, 2018 by Jenna Kellerman
Sign up today for the final Onboarding Toolkit Webinar on May 9 at 10 a.m. This webinar is open to anyone who has already implemented the toolkit as well as anyone interested in learning more about the resource.
Employer Applications: Summer Health Care Internship Program
On March 27, 2018 by Jenna Kellerman
Employer applications are being accepted for the 2018 Summer Health Care Internship Program (SHCIP). Skilled nursing, home care providers and adult day centers are encouraged to participate.
Sign Up for an OnTrack Demo
On March 27, 2018 by Jenna Kellerman
Are you ready to see a demo of LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation’s OnTrack Nursing Assistant Training? Sign up for the demo webinar on April 11!
Register for April 19 Workforce Conference, Essential Skills for New Supervisors
On March 27, 2018 by Heidi Simpson
Don’t miss the popular Workforce Solutions Conference on April 19 and the co-located Essential Skills for New Supervisors workshop. By member request, these two events are offered to provide resources, new research findings, and shared learning for recruiting, retaining and developing a talented workforce.
Workforce Solutions Grantees See Major Impacts in First Year
On March 27, 2018 by Terri Foley
After one year, LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation workforce grants are generating results in many rural communities, and you can learn more about these incredible programs at our April 19 Workforce Solutions Conference. Here’s a preview:
New Resources: Occupancy Trends in Care Centers, Workforce Trends in Housing with Services
On March 20, 2018 by Jeff Bostic
Occupancy in care centers has improved slightly over the past year and key indicators in workforce trends show a mixed result in Housing-with-Services, according to recent surveys by the Long-Term Care Imperative.