News Archives
September 2024 Archives
Below is a list of all of the articles published in the selected month, ordered from most recent to least.
HUD Delays Housing Opportunity through Modernization Act Compliance Requirements
On September 26, 2024 by Bobbie Guidry
Last Friday, September 20, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced a six-month delay to compliance requirements for the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act (HOTMA).
Secure Dementia Care AL for Individuals Without Dementia
On September 26, 2024 by Bobbie Guidry
We often receive questions related to occupancy of secure dementia care units in licensed assisted living with dementia care facilities.
Ebenezer Breaks Ground on Estoria Cooperatives
On September 20, 2024 by LeadingAge Minnesota
Ebenezer officially broke ground on Estoria Lakeville, a new senior cooperative in Lakeville on Wednesday, Sept. 4th, with more than 140 people in attendance, including city officials, the Lakeville Chamber of Commerce, development partners and future residents.
Join a Workforce Community Conversation with MN Dual-Training Pipeline Program
On September 20, 2024 by Anna Mowry
This October, the MN Dual-Training Pipeline program is hosting community conversations around the state for employers to come together and share their workforce challenges and successes, network with business leaders, and learn about the MN Dual-Training Pipeline program.
Upcoming MN Geriatrics ECHO to Feature CaringCareersStartHere.com
On September 20, 2024 by Anna Mowry
On Sept 24, the MN Geriatrics ECHO is hosting a session featuring our newest resource, CaringCareersStartHere.com, along with LeadingAge’s Director of Workforce, Anna Mowry.
First Phase Application for HCBS Workforce Incentive Grants due by September 30
On September 20, 2024 by Jeff Bostic
The Home and Community Based services (HCBS) workforce incentive grant program being implemented by DHS is using a two-step process to determine how much funding each provider will receive.
Senior Care, Student Credit: How High School Students Earn Credit Caring for Seniors
On September 20, 2024 by Anna Mowry
As Minnesota high schoolers head back to school this fall, don’t forget—they have new incentives to work in long-term care.
LeadingAge Minnesota Honors Several Leaders with Prestigious Awards
On September 20, 2024 by Ben Hansen
LeadingAge Minnesota this week honored key leaders in the aging services field during our 2024 Annual Meeting.
Senator Boldon and Senate Majority Leader Murphy Visit LeadingAge Minnesota Member Samaritan Bethany in Rochester
On September 12, 2024 by Kayla Khang
On Tuesday, Senators Boldon and Murphy visited Samaritan Bethany in Rochester for a site visit and a conversation with residents and staff.
Vista Prairie at Eagle Pointe – Groundbreaking Ceremony for New Senior Living Community in St. Francis
On September 12, 2024 by Ben Hansen
On Wednesday, Sept. 11, Vista Prairie hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for their newest development in St. Francis.
Less Than Two Weeks Left to Submit a Connected Communities Grant Application
On September 12, 2024 by Gina DiMaggio
The Connected Communities grant opportunity is available to LeadingAge Minnesota members outside the seven-county Twin Cities metro area.
DHS Workforce Incentive Grant
On September 12, 2024 by Jeff Bostic
DHS recently sent an email to all the nursing homes that received 2023 Workforce Incentive Grant (WIG) funds. Roughly one year, ago DHS issued WIG payments to nursing homes.
Call for District Leadership Nominations: District Officer and Director Elections at October District Meetings
On September 12, 2024 by Barbara Landeen
Elections will be held for several open District Officer and Director positions during the upcoming October district meetings. This is a call for nominations to fill these important leadership positions.
New Report Release: The Immigration Imperative
On September 12, 2024 by Anna Mowry
Our national partner, LeadingAge, released their newest white paper, The Immigration Imperative, a report that explores how to reform our outdated immigration system to welcome more foreign-born workers to long-term care—and create a foundation for them to thrive in our communities.
Perham Health’s Elevate: Inspiring Innovation through Connected Communities
On September 5, 2024 by Gina DiMaggio
What does it look like for a community to prepare for the future to support older adults as they age? That is the question Perham Health has been trying to answer for the last four years.
Free Webinar for LeadingAge MN Members – Resident Voting
On September 5, 2024 by Dan Nelson
In partnership with the Minnesota Secretary of State’s office, LeadingAge Minnesota is hosting a webinar on resident voting on Thursday, September 12 from noon to 1:00 p.m. This webinar is free to all LeadingAge MN members.
Presbyterian Homes – Shorewood Landing to Host Candidate Forum Next Week
On September 5, 2024 by Dan Nelson
This election season, LeadingAge Minnesota members around the state are hosting candidate forums to provide a platform for local candidates to discuss issues affecting older adults and Minnesota’s aging services sector.