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LeadingAge MN Urges Lawmakers to Oppose Governor’s Proposed Budget Cuts
On February 13, 2025 by Erin Huppert
Earlier this week, LeadingAge MN Vice President of Advocacy, Erin Huppert, testified before the House Human Services Policy & Finance Committee to share serious concerns and opposition to Governor Walz' proposed budget.
Minnesota House Returns to Official Work
On February 6, 2025 by Erin Huppert
Late Wednesday night, House Republicans and House Democrats finally reached a power sharing agreement, three weeks after the legislative session began.
PACE Report Heard in Senate Human Services
On January 30, 2025 by Kayla Khang
On Wednesday afternoon, the Senate Human Services Committee held an informational hearing on the PACE Report and Actuarial Analysis. Long-time champions for seniors and their caregivers, Chair Hoffman and Former Chair Abeler expressed their strong support for PACE.
Protect Access to Senior Care – Join Us for LeadingAge Minnesota’s Day at the Capitol!
On January 30, 2025 by Kayla Khang
The Governor has proposed over $200 million in cuts to senior services while the demand for care only increases. We need you to help ensure the Legislature rejects his plan for older adults and protects access to care.
2024 Election Less Than Two Weeks Away
On October 24, 2024 by Dan Nelson
The 2024 election will take place on Tuesday, November 5. In addition to the presidential and federal elections, Minnesota has all 134 seats of the State House of Representatives up for election and one special election for the State Senate in District 45.
Ebenezer Hosts Candidate Forum at Amira Choice Champlin
On October 10, 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.
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.
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.
Duluth Health Services Hosting Candidate Forum in Duluth
On August 22, 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.
2024 Legislative Report Available Now
On June 27, 2024 by Kayla Khang
LeadingAge Minnesota is pleased to present the 2024 Minnesota Session Legislative Report. This comprehensive document outlines the key laws affecting aging services and the seniors in your care, detailing their impact, effective dates, and recommended actions for your organization.
Updated Grant Grid: 30 Funding Opportunities for Providers to Consider
On June 13, 2024 by Anna Mowry
As a benefit for LeadingAge Minnesota members, our Grant Grid, highlights over 30 grants, scholarships, workforce development programs, and more funding opportunities for Minnesota aging service providers.
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.
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.
Glencoe Regional Health Meets with U.S. Representative Michelle Fischbach
On April 25, 2024 by Dan Nelson
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.
Budget Targets Released for Finance Committees
On March 28, 2024 by Erin Huppert
Legislative leaders and Governor Walz also released budget targets this week, which outline parameters for handling Minnesota’s $3.1 billion surplus for the remainder of this biennium. This is a critical step in the legislative session, giving a clearer picture of the advocacy that must be done throughout the remainder of the session to ensure seniors have access to the care they need in all the places they call home.
Proposed Changes to Assisted Living Laws Aim to Improve Affordability and Ease RN Shortage
On March 28, 2024 by Erin Huppert
This week in St. Paul, SF 1969, a bill supported by the LeadingAge Minnesota and its Long-Term Care Imperative partner, was heard in the Senate Human Services Committee. This marks progress in our efforts to improve the assisted living statutes to improve affordability and ease workforce burdens.
Updated Grant Grid: 25 Funding Opportunities for Providers to Consider
On March 7, 2024 by Anna Mowry
Use our member-only Grant Grid, listing over 25 grants, scholarships, workforce development programs, and more funding opportunities for Minnesota senior care providers.
Testimony Highlights Consequences of Legislation to Require Assisted Living Licensure for HUD and Other Exempt Settings
On March 7, 2024 by Erin Huppert
This week, LeadingAge Minnesota and its Long-Term Care Imperative partner led advocacy efforts and testimony opposing a bill to restore licensure requirements and administrative burden for currently exempt settings from assisted living licensure (144G).
News from LeadingAge: MA Plans Can’t Terminate Skilled Care Because Beneficiaries Don’t Improve
On February 15, 2024 by LeadingAge
LeadingAge, along with its coalition partners on Medicare Advantage (MA), asked CMS to clarify that MA plans must follow Medicare regulations related to the Jimmo Settlement Agreement (2013) when making coverage determinations.