News Archives
May 2024 Archives
Below is a list of all of the articles published in the selected month, ordered from most recent to least.
New On-Demand Webinars Available – Earn CEUs Anytime
On May 30, 2024 by Sharon Hollister
LeadingAge Minnesota has a selection of on-demand webinars approved for clock hours. Eight new webinars from the 2023 Institute have been added on various topics. Get the training you need without having to leave your setting.
#ElevateAging - A Celebration of Aging Services
On May 30, 2024 by Dan Nelson
Launched in January, this is the sixth month of our #ElevateAging campaign. Don’t worry if you missed out previous months, you can jump in at any time!
Health Care Workforce Survey: Value of Non-Salary Benefits in Overall Compensation
On May 30, 2024 by LeadingAge
Findings in a May 2024 report from the TIAA Institute, a division of insurance and annuities provider TIAA, reveals the values and priorities of health care sector workers and also emphasizes the importance of understanding benefits as part of an overall compensation package and the needs of various worker demographics.
DLI Posts Updated Quick Reference Guide to Care Facilities for Building and Fire Code Requirements
On May 30, 2024 by Bobbie Guidry
A very helpful tool in determining building and fire code requirements for licensed settings in Minnesota is the Quick Reference Guide to Care Facilities (mn.gov).
MDH Publishes Reporting Guidance for Health Care Transactions
On May 30, 2024 by Mark Schulz
On May 28 the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) published notice in the State Register it had created health care transaction reporting guidance for Minnesota Statutes chapter 145D.
LeadingAge Minnesota Welcomes Honorable Principal Secretary from the Kenya State Department for Diaspora Affairs at Ebenezer Ridges
On May 30, 2024 by Anna Mowry
Yesterday, LeadingAge Minnesota, in partnership with Ebenezer Ridges Campus, hosted a special event to welcome Honorable Principal Secretary of Kenya Diaspora Affairs, Ms. Roseline K. Njogu, and representatives from the Kenya State Department for Diaspora Affairs.
LeadingAge to File to Join Lawsuit to Halt Nursing Home Staffing Mandates Implementation
On May 30, 2024 by LeadingAge
Advancing the aggressive, multi-faceted strategy announced May 22, president and CEO Katie Smith Sloan on May 24 told members that LeadingAge intends to join the American Health Care Association lawsuit against the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
Groundbreaking News: LeadingAge Minnesota Member Begins Construction on New Development
On May 23, 2024 by LeadingAge
Bethesda, a longstanding pillar in Willmar, MN, is proud to announce the groundbreaking of Bethesda StoneRidge, a new 55+ active aging community. Comprising 118 units of active adult independent living, along with 90 units of assisted living, StoneRidge is set to redefine senior living in West Central Minnesota.
Introducing: Elopement Management Technology Playbook and Process Roadmap
On May 23, 2024 by Julie Apold
LeadingAge Minnesota is pleased to announce the Elopement Management Technology Playbook, the eighth in a series of workforce solution playbooks designed to assist you in identifying technology solutions to help address the workforce crisis.
Fact Sheets on Occupancy Classifications for Assisted Living Available from DLI
On May 23, 2024 by Bobbie Guidry
In response to the changes in occupancy classification for Assisted Living facilities over the past few years, which may trigger changes to fire safety and building code requirements, the Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) has developed two information sheets that may be helpful to providers or developers of Assisted Living.
Is Your Organization’s Profile on CaringCareersStartHere.com?
On May 23, 2024 by Anna Mowry
Long-term care providers can get matched to job seekers on CaringCareersStartHere.com – a resource dedicated to helping Minnesotans make a meaningful move into careers in aging services.
2024 Legislative Session in Minnesota Concludes in Chaos
On May 23, 2024 by Erin Huppert
The end of the 2024 legislative session came to a chaotic close as both chambers devolved into disorder shortly before midnight on Sunday evening.
Long-Term Care Leaders Express Strong Disappointment in Final HHS Bill
On May 20, 2024 by Erin Huppert
Last night, the members of the Minnesota legislature adopted the Human Services Finance Omnibus Conference Committee Report, Senate File 5335. While the final report includes support for a handful of Nursing Homes in Minnesota, it takes major steps backwards in our shared goal of improving access to care for seniors in Minnesota and paying our caregivers a livable wage.
ECP Uses AI to Improve Medication Safety in Over 7,500 Senior Living Communities
On May 16, 2024 by Jessica Lacher
ECP, a trusted software provider for over 7,500 senior living and long-term care communities, and a business partner member of LeadingAge Minnesota, has introduced a suite of AI-powered tools designed to significantly improve medication safety and clinical outcomes for residents.
Sales & Marketing Professionals Earn Certificate of Completion
On May 16, 2024 by Barbara Landeen
Earlier this week, 38 professionals completed the 3-part Sales & Marketing Certificate Program to earn their Certificate of Completion.
Our Lady of Peace Hospice Partners with Macalester College for a Unique Learning Experience
On May 16, 2024 by Jessica Lacher
Our Lady of Peace Hospice, a valued member of LeadingAge Minnesota, was recently featured in a Star Tribune article highlighting their partnership with Macalester College in St. Paul.
2025 Institute and Expo Call for Presentations Now Open
On May 16, 2024 by Sharon Hollister
LeadingAge Minnesota is inviting all interested presenters to submit one or more proposals for educational programs at the 2025 Institute and Expo.
Get Matched to Minnesota Job Seekers with Caring Careers Start Here
On May 16, 2024 by Anna Mowry
Is your organization listed on CaringCareersStartHere.com? Long-term care providers can get matched to job seekers on CaringCareersStartHere.com – a resource dedicated to helping Minnesotans make a meaningful move into careers in aging services.
Senators Seek Bold Housing Funding
On May 16, 2024 by LeadingAge
On May 10, Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ) led a letter to Senate Appropriations HUD Subcommittee Chair Brian Schatz (D-HI) and Ranking Member Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS) urging strong funding in fiscal year 2025 for affordable housing programs serving older adults and persons with disabilities.
Nurse Aide Training Programs — Transition your curriculum to OnTrack and Always Stay Up to Date
On May 16, 2024 by Anna Mowry
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) announced that nurse aide training programs using the “Minnesota State Long-Term Care Nursing Assistant and Home Health Aide Curriculum” must transition to a new curriculum by June 30.
Providers with Housing Support Agreements Required to Have Narcan Available
On May 16, 2024 by Bobbie Guidry
A change made last legislative session requires providers participating in the Housing Support Program to have and train staff on the use of Narcan.
DLI Publishes Notice of Intent to Adopt Adult Changing Stations Rule
On May 16, 2024 by Mark Schulz
On May 13, the Minnesota Department Labor and Industry Construction Codes and Licensing Division (DLI) issued a Notice of Intent to Adopt Rules Without a Public Hearing to require adult changing stations as part of the Minnesota State Building Code.
Last Push to Advocate on Behalf of Seniors and Caregivers
On May 16, 2024 by LeadingAge
This year’s legislative session is quickly coming to an end, with a constitutional deadline on Monday, May 20th.
US House Resolution Introduced to Overturn Final Staffing Rule
On May 16, 2024 by LeadingAge
Representatives Michelle Fischbach (R-MN) and Greg Pence (R-IN) introduced a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution of disapproval to overturn the final minimum staffing rule. The resolution was introduced May 10, the same day the final rule was published in the Federal Register.
Members Gather for Inaugural Technology Conference Hosted by LeadingAge Minnesota
On May 9, 2024 by Jessica Lacher
Earlier this week, LeadingAge Minnesota welcomed attendees to our first ever Technology Conference. Members had the opportunity to explore the latest advancements in reshaping the landscape of aging services and connect 1:1 with vendors who offer solutions to support resident safety, quality care, culinary technologies and much more.
Introducing: Caring Careers Start Here
On May 9, 2024 by Anna Mowry
We are excited to introduce CaringCareersStartHere.com, a resource dedicated to helping Minnesotans explore careers in aging services.
Minimum Staffing Rule PowerPoint Presentation for Board of Directors
On May 9, 2024 by Mark Schulz
A new resource is available to LeadingAge Minnesota members for use with their Board of Directors describing the staffing mandate from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and includes strategic questions for their discussion.
Over 75% of DLI Ergonomic Safety Grants Are Nursing Home Awardees
On May 9, 2024 by Mark Schulz
The Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) has been accepting grant request applications for its workplace Safety Grant Program since last summer. To date, 24 of 31 awarded grants have been provided to nursing home applicants.
MN House debates Human Services Finance Bill
On May 9, 2024 by Erin Huppert
Legislative Action
On Monday evening, the House debated the Human Services Finance Omnibus Bill, HF5280. The House position includes Long-Term Care Imperative priorities to allow LPNs in assisted living settings to work to the top of their scope and codifies implementation steps for Program for All Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE).
New Rules Advanced by the Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board
On May 9, 2024 by Jeff Bostic
The Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board today adopted two proposed rules. One requires that starting in calendar year 2025 nursing homes to have 11 holidays where time and a half is paid. Seven of those must be official state holidays, and the other four can be other days if agreed to by a majority of employees.