April 11, 2024
Featured News
Minnesota Selected for Nursing Home Risk-Based Survey Pilot Participation
On April 11, 2024 by Mark Schulz
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) informed the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) that it has selected Minnesota to participate in their pilot for a risk-based survey (RBS) approach for nursing home standard recertification surveys.
State News
Workplace Safety Grants for Health Care Settings Now Open
On April 11, 2024 by Anna Mowry
A new grant opportunity, Workplace Safety Grants for Health Care Entities, has been released by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and is open for applications until June 7.
Deadline May 6: Grant to Support New Americans in Long-Term Care
On April 11, 2024 by Anna Mowry
A new grant opportunity to Support New Americans in the Long-Term Care Workforce has been released by the Department of Human Services (DHS). It is open for applications until May 6.
Federal News
Notable News
Three Sessions Left! Seats Available for No-Cost Mental Health First Aide Sessions
On April 11, 2024 by Anna Mowry
No-cost, virtual Mental Health First Aid sessions are being offered to LeadingAge Minnesota members this spring. To accommodate the schedules of the professionals in our settings, we are hosting two virtual Saturday sessions.
Engaging High School Nursing Assistants in Long Term Care
On April 11, 2024 by Anna Mowry
Attend an upcoming webinar to learn how to connect with talented high school nursing assistants who are ready to enter the long-term care workforce.
Member News
Kraus-Anderson begins expansion of Trillium Woods
On April 11, 2024 by Libbie Chapuran
Kraus-Anderson has begun the $41.5 million expansion of Trillium Woods, an independent living retirement community located at 5855 Cheshire Parkway in Plymouth, Minn.
Seeking Compassionate Volunteers for Alzheimer’s Support Group
On April 11, 2024 by Jessica Lacher
Are you looking for a way to give back to your community? The Alzheimer's Association MN-ND, an associate member of LeadingAge Minnesota, is seeking caring individuals to volunteer as facilitators for their virtual support group, "Moving Forward - Life After Dementia Caregiving (For Partners)."