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On October 14, 2025, LeadingAge Minnesota hosted two back-to-back webinars to help providers prepare for the January 1, 2026 implementation of Minnesota’s new Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) and Meal and Rest Break laws. Presented in partnership with attorneys from Felhaber Larson, the sessions offered both foundational knowledge and advanced strategic guidance to help organizations update policies and train staff before the new year.

LeadingAge recently emailed complimentary copies of the 2025 compensation reports for nursing facilities and senior housing providers to members who participated in those surveys.  Copies of those reports are now available for purchase by members who did not participate.

As the federal government shutdown stretches beyond three weeks, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has clarified which survey and certification activities may continue — and which must halt — during the funding lapse. The updated guidance from CMS’s Quality, Safety & Oversight Group (QSOG) underscores the limited scope of oversight allowed, raising concern among nursing home providers about enforcement delays and regulatory uncertainty.

Election day – Nov. 4 – is just around the corner. There are no statewide or federal elections happening this year, but throughout the state there are elections for crucial positions such as mayor, city council, school board, and various local ballot questions.

Maintaining a safe environment is fundamental in every healthcare facility, especially where staff care for residents who may not be able to respond quickly in an emergency. During October’s District Swing events, members received valuable guidance from the Minnesota State Fire Marshal (SFM) Healthcare Team on how to strengthen fire safety and emergency preparedness programs. The session emphasized best practices for conducting effective drills, maintaining critical equipment, and ensuring compliance with Life Safety Code documentation requirements.

Mark your calendar for a webinar on October 28^th from 11am to noon, entitled: Revisiting 2025 Legislative Changes affecting Assisted Living Providers: Contracts, Notifications, and Terminations.

LeadingAge Minnesota called and spoke with personnel at the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC) asking about which COVID-19 vaccine information sheet (VIS) should be used for the 2025 fall vaccination clinics.

The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) recently released a practical, evidence-based toolkit designed specifically for long‐term care organizations to reduce the risk of skin compromise and the spread of multidrug‐resistant organisms (MDROs). Because residents live in the same place where they receive care, the environment and resident interactions present unique prevention challenges.

The latest Nurse Professional Liability Claim Report: 5th Edition, released by CNA and the Nurses Service Organization (NSO), reveals a growing concern for those working in our settings. Over the past five years, nearly half of all closed nurse malpractice claims have involved professionals working in long-term care, assisted living, or home health settings.

Mark your calendar for Tuesday, November 18 at noon and join the Fund Developer Network for an interactive conversation on all things fundraising in senior care.

Three member ICan teams were recently recognized for their improvement projects and commitment to quality as part of the 2026 ICan Quality Improvement Contest.

Join the Minnesota Alliance for Patient Safety (MAPS) Nov. 3 for an exclusive Caring Safely Tour at Browns Valley Health Center and see how technology is transforming resident safety and quality of life in real-world care settings.

Health Dimensions Group (HDG), a leading senior living, post-acute, and long-term care management and consulting firm, is pleased to announce the addition of two new team members and the promotion of another within its quality team.

Are you new to LeadingAge Minnesota or just need a quick refresher on all that’s available to you as a member? Join us for our upcoming New Member Orientation to learn how to make the most of your membership.

LeadingAge Minnesota’s Community Engagement Workgroup recently gathered for a full day of collaboration and planning to strengthen local connections across the state. The event featured county commissioners and member leaders who shared insights and strategies to advance community partnerships statewide.