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Grant Opportunity: Dementia Respite Innovation
On May 8, 2025 by Bobbie Guidry
The Center for Dementia Respite Innovation (CDRI), funded by the Administration for Community Living (ACL) under the direction of Dr. Sam Fazio at the Alzheimer’s Association, has issued a Request for Applications (RFA).
Results Are In: OnTrack Pass Rates Exceed the State Average
On May 8, 2025 by Anna Mowry
In 2024, over 1,000 OnTrack nursing assistants attempted the state exam to be placed on the Minnesota Nurse Aide Registry. OnTrack learners’ pass rates continue to surpass the state average.
Minnesota Legislators Vote on Human Services Omnibus Bills
On May 8, 2025 by LeadingAge Minnesota
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Assisted Living Meal Plans
On May 1, 2025 by Bobbie Guidry
A recurrent question and citation for Assisted Living Facilities is offering meal plans that meet statutory requirements.
NETStudy 2.0 Offline Starting Friday Evening until Monday Morning
On April 24, 2025 by Mark Schulz
Late on Wednesday afternoon the Department of Human Services (DHS) notified NETStudy 2.0 system users via a GovDelivery message that the NETStudy 2.0 system will be offline for a server upgrade starting on Friday, 4/25, at 7 p.m. and expected to return to normal operations on Monday, 4/28, at 8 a.m. During this server upgrade, do not log into NETStudy 2.0 until you receive an all-clear message from DHS.
HCBS Workforce Incentive Funds Remain Delayed
On April 17, 2025 by Jeff Bostic
The slow developing HCBS workforce incentive grant program, which was created and funded by the 2023 Legislature, has still not reached the point of sending money to employers, despite a plan to have done so by the end of March.
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HUD Operators Networking Group
On May 8, 2025 by Shelli Bakken
If you are an operator of a HUD community, you are invited to join the first networking group of 2025 that is specifically designed for you! Whether you consider yourself a Housing Manager, Director of Housing, landlord, operator, property manager, or something else, you know that managing a HUD senior community poses specific issues and concerns.
Labor Department Pauses Appeal of Overtime Rule
On May 1, 2025 by Mark Schulz
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is pausing its appeal of court rulings that blocked the agency’s April 2024 overtime rule, which sought to increase the salary thresholds necessary to exempt a salaried executive, administrative or professional (EAP) employee from federal overtime pay requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
HUD to Delay HOTMA Compliance
On April 24, 2025 by Shelli Bakken
Staff from HUD have announced publicly - at both the LeadingAge Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C. and a recent NAHMA conference – that there will be a delay in requiring providers to comply with HOTMA (Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act).
Notable News
Request for Proposals - Video & Photo Project: Showcasing Long-Term Care Careers and Life in Minnesota for New Americans
On May 14, 2025 by Ben Hansen
The LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation (LAMF) is seeking proposals from qualified and experienced video production firms to develop a compelling video and photography series. The goal of this project is to help New Americans—immigrants and refugees—understand the opportunities and realities of long-term care careers and life in Minnesota.
Deadline for Bids: Noon, 12:00pm, Monday, June 2nd, 2025
This project is administrated by the LeadingAge MN Foundation, a subsidiary of LeadingAge Minnesota, the state’s largest association of over 1,100 mission-driven organizations serving older adults in the places they call home. Our Foundation uses grant dollars and tax-deductible contributions to support initiatives that transform and enhance the experience of aging. This project is made possible through support from the New Americans Long-Term Care Workforce grant from the Minnesota Department of Human Services.
For questions, please contact Kirstan Ketter, Foundation Project Manager at LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation.
Utilize Generative AI to Enhance Your Donor Engagement
On May 8, 2025 by Gina DiMaggio
Generative AI (GenAI) is transforming how fundraising professionals communicate, connect and create. In this hands-on session tailored for those working in donor engagement, you’ll explore how tools like ChatGPT and Claude can support and streamline key functions—from grant writing and donor reports to compelling storytelling and thank-you letters.
Enhancing Donor Engagement with Generative AI - May 28th at Noon
On May 1, 2025 by Gina DiMaggio
Generative AI (GenAI) is transforming how fundraising professionals communicate, connect and create. In this hands-on session tailored for those working in donor engagement, you’ll explore how tools like ChatGPT and Claude can support and streamline key functions—from grant writing and donor reports to compelling storytelling and thank-you letters.
Member News
Accelerating I.T. Support in Senior Living: The Impact of Chat-Based Assistance
On May 8, 2025 by LeadingAge Minnesota
At slashBlue, we’ve worked closely with senior living communities for years, and we understand a fundamental truth: when technology fails, it quickly becomes a care issue.
Saint Therese Acquires the Belvedere Senior Community In Westlake, Ohio
On May 1, 2025 by LeadingAge Minnesota
On Thursday, May 1, 2025, aging care and services leader Saint Therese announced it is acquiring The Belvedere of Heritage Retirement Communities of Westlake, Ohio.
IL Executives Network Focuses on Purposeful Living at April Meeting
On April 24, 2025 by Jessica Lacher
Thank you to everyone who attended the Independent Living Executives Networking Group on Wednesday, April 23. We are especially grateful to Rob Lahammer, vice president of engagement and advocacy at Presbyterian Homes & Services, for leading a thoughtful and engaging session on purposeful living in senior living communities.