July 24, 2025
Featured News
New Federal Budget Resource Available for Residents, Families and Caregivers
On July 24, 2025 by LeadingAge Minnesota
As shared in last week’s Advantage, there are still several unknowns for how the federal budget bill, also known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill”, will impact older adults and the services they need. Minnesota budget officials estimate that the law will result in nearly $500 million in annual losses to our Medicaid program. Most of those reductions will not take effect until Jan. 1, 2027, or later, and will be subject to future state action by the Minnesota Legislature.
LeadingAge Minnesota Certified Worker Organization Training Compliance Webinar and Materials Now Available
On July 24, 2025 by Mark Schulz
The Minnesota Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board (NHWSB) has established training requirements for nursing home employers under the Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board Act. All nursing home workers must complete at least one hour of training every two years on their workplace rights, provided by a Certified Worker Organization (CWO). This requirement takes effect January 1, 2025, with full compliance required by December 31, 2026.
MDH Posts Moratorium Exceptions Process Application
On July 24, 2025 by Jeff Bostic
The application materials for another round of the nursing facility moratorium exceptions process were recently posted on the MDH website. Nursing homes interested in applying for approval to fund a construction project will need to complete all the required application materials and return them to MDH by December 18, 2025.
State News
Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM) Case Mix Transition Moving Forward
On July 24, 2025 by Jeff Bostic
One of the changes approved by the Legislature this year is a transition of the nursing home case mix system to using the PDPM nursing weights to adjust rates instead of RUGs-IV weights. This change will be effective Oct. 1, 2025.
Landlords and Tenants: Rights and Responsibilities Updated Handbook
On July 24, 2025 by Shelli Bakken
In Minnesota, landlords are required to notify residential tenants about the availability of the Minnesota Attorney General's Office Landlords and Tenants: Rights and Responsibilities handbook.
HCBS Workforce Incentive Funds Expected Soon
On July 24, 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 plans to have done so a while ago.
Federal News
HUD Posts Updated HOTMA Forms for Public Comment
On July 24, 2025 by Shelli Bakken
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has posted draft materials needed for certain federally-assisted housing providers to comply with requirements under the Housing Opportunity and Modernization Act (HOTMA).
Notable News
Member News
Nominate Your Team, Leaders, Volunteers for 2026 Stars Among Us Awards
On July 24, 2025 by Barbara Landeen
LeadingAge Minnesota’s Stars Among Us Award nominations are in full swing for 2026. This popular recognition program shines the spotlight on the best and brightest people working, living, and volunteering in our communities. Who on your team deserves the spotlight? Tell us about them today.
ICYMI: Nonprofit Governance/Board Resources Survey
On July 24, 2025 by Barbara Landeen
We are seeking feedback from our not-for-profit member organizations on the board and governance resources available at LeadingAgeMN.org. LeadingAge Minnesota places a priority on providing quality resources and education about nonprofit governance to help our member organizations be successful.
Education Solutions
Scholarships Available for Annual Meeting & Leadership Forum
On July 24, 2025 by Sharon Hollister
Nine full conference scholarships are available for the 2025 Annual Meeting & Leadership Forum, Sept. 16-19 at Grand View Lodge in Nisswa.
New Nursing Home Quality Webinar Series
On July 24, 2025 by Sharon Hollister
A new Nursing Home Quality webinar series is a deep dive into each of the federal quality programs. Attend the series to understand key information to effectively report data, access and interpret the reports, and use the data to improve performance and outcomes.
Have You Registered for the Assisted Living Conference
On July 24, 2025 by Sharon Hollister
Our Assisted Living Conference is Aug. 13-14 in Brooklyn Center. Join us for two days of exceptional education on all things assisted living.