March 5, 2026

New Americans Workforce Resources Now Available for Members

On March 5, 2026 by Kirstan Ketter

LeadingAge Minnesota members now have access to a new collection of workforce resources to help New Americans succeed in aging services careers.

The New Americans Workforce Resources page was developed by the LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation, with funding support from the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) GEAR Division. The page provides one central location for helpful resources to support communication, onboarding, recruitment, and workforce development in aging services.

These resources were informed by two advisory groups: the Immigrant Voices Advisory Council, made up of New Americans working in aging services, and the Employer Voices Advisory Council, composed of aging services leaders from across Minnesota. Their insights helped identify practical tools to support both employees and employers. Take a moment to explore the page’s resources and see how they can support your team.

Tools for Members

New American Resource Map
An interactive map highlighting organizations across Minnesota that support New American individuals and their families. Use this map to connect employees to community resources such as language learning, employment support, basic needs, and family services.

Multilingual Audio Glossary of Aging Services Terminology
A multilingual audio glossary that helps staff learn common aging services terms and definitions. The tool is available in English, Hmong, Spanish, and Somali.

Multilingual Video Series for Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement
A five-part documentary-style video series introducing viewers to working in Minnesota’s aging services settings. The videos are available in eight languages: English, French, Hmong, Oromo, Spanish, Somali, Swahili, and Ukrainian.

OnTrack Nursing Assistant Learning Materials
Through a partnership with OnTrack, translated learning materials are now available in Spanish, Somali, and Hmong to support learners participating in the OnTrack Nursing Assistant training program.

Explore the New Americans Workforce Resources page: New Americans Workforce Resources | LeadingAge Minnesota