News

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.

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.

We are excited to introduce CaringCareersStartHere.com, a resource dedicated to helping Minnesotans explore careers in aging services.

Post your open positions with a member-only discount on AgingServicesJobs.org – the premier job board for aging services employers to post their critical to fill positions and get connected with qualified applicants.

Shirley Barnes is retiring after a distinguished 44-year career in senior care, marking the end of an era at Crest View Senior Communities, where she spearheaded transformative projects and served as a beacon of leadership for 28 years of her career.

We are pleased to announce the 2024 Leadership Academy class of fellows has been set. The cohort of 52 leaders begins their experience next week with a two-day session on Authentic Leadership.

Jill Hackenmueller has been appointed as senior vice president, people development at Benedictine, a LeadingAge Minnesota member and leading faith-based provider of senior care and senior living services in the Midwest.

St. Francis Health Services, a valued LeadingAge Minnesota member, is pleased to announce that Mark Rentz is joining their team as the Vice President of Fund Development and Marketing.

On Wednesday, April 24, LeadingAge Minnesota member Glencoe Regional Health met with their Congressional Representative, Michelle Fischbach along with other local leaders and LeadingAge Minnesota staff.

The Legislative Task Force on Aging met for its ninth meeting this past Friday at the Capitol. The Intergenerational Public Health Interest Group – A Collaboration Between the University of Minnesota Aging Studies Interdisciplinary Group and The Pillars of Prospect Park testified before the task force.

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)."

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.

Saint Therese, a LeadingAge Minnesota member, has welcomed Cindy Olson as the new Chief Sales and Marketing Officer (CSMO). Olson is tasked with enhancing the organization's mission through innovative marketing strategies, aiming to boost sales and expand its impact across all services.

An art program at Sanford Health Sylvan Court, a LeadingAge Minnesota member, was recently featured in McKnights Long-Term Care News.

In a heartfelt ceremony, the Assumption Community of Cold Spring was officially welcomed into the Benedictine organization. The event, marked by a sense of unity and respect for tradition, took place on March 5, presided over by Father Tom Knoblach, vicar of clergy and health care ethics for the Diocese of St. Cloud.

HealthPRO Heritage, a LeadingAge Minnesota business partner, announces a groundbreaking agreement with SilverSneakers® to expand fitness and wellness offerings for seniors across the US.

LeadingAge Minnesota member Health Dimensions Group® proudly announces Jon Dittman's promotion to Manager of Consulting Services.

With great excitement, the LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation welcomes Gina DiMaggio as our new Foundation Director. Gina comes to us with deep experience in philanthropy —serving most recently as Senior Program Manager for the Medica Foundation and the Pohlad Family Foundation before that.

Health Dimensions Group^® (HDG^®) is pleased to announce that Becky Kaufmann has been named vice president of clinical services.

Health Dimensions Group^® (HDG^®), a leading management and consulting organization serving those committed to the successful delivery of senior living, post-acute, and long-term care, is pleased to announce Todd Ellingson has been named chief financial officer (CFO).