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On September 11, 2018 by Jenna Kellerman
More than 350 senior living professionals have signed on as Senior Living Works Ambassadors! Will you be next?
HCBS Scholarship for 2019 Now Open
On September 4, 2018 by Jenna Kellerman
The Minnesota Department of Health is soliciting grant proposals from providers of adult day care, home care, and housing with services to provide educational scholarships for their employees. Applications are due by Friday, Oct. 19.
Care Center Employee Retention Unchanged in 2017
On September 4, 2018 by Jeff Bostic
Attracting and retaining employees has been a significant challenge in recent years, and retention rates are a key indicator of the ability of care centers to meet staffing needs in a competitive labor market and to provide the continuity of care that is necessary for good client outcomes. In 2017, retention was relatively good news in that the gains that occurred in 2016 were maintained in the most recent year.
New Reports Explore Global Expansion of Foreign-Born Aging Services Workforce
On August 22, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
Three new reports explore the characteristics and migration routes of foreign-born workers and the benefits and challenges associated with an expanding foreign-born workforce in the field of aging services.
Now Available: 2018 Salary and Benefits Report for Nursing Homes
On August 14, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
Registered Nurse hourly rates increased by 3.1 percent while Licensed Practical Nurse rates increased by 2.43 percent, according to the 2018-2019 Nursing Home Salary and Benefits Report published by Hospital & Healthcare Compensation in cooperation with LeadingAge.
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.