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2018 Session Preview Now Available On-Demand for LAMN Members
On February 14, 2018 by Libbie Chapuran
The Minnesota Legislature is scheduled to convene on Tuesday, Feb. 20, and aging services providers have a lot at stake. LeadingAge Minnesota hosted an interactive legislative session preview webinar for members in January. Members who were unable to join us can now access the webinar.
Senator Housley Hosts Listening Sessions Throughout the State
On February 14, 2018 by Libbie Chapuran
State Senators are holding a series of listening sessions focused on aging and long-term care issues across Minnesota throughout February and April. The listening sessions, hosted by Senator Karin Housley (R-St. Mary’s Point), chair of the Senate Aging and Long-Term Care Policy Committee, are designed to be a venue for vulnerable Minnesotans and their families to share their stories.
Long-Term Care Imperative Shares Reform Recommendations to Address Maltreatment
On January 31, 2018 by Kari Thurlow
Two Minnesota Senate committees held a joint hearing last week regarding the state’s handling of vulnerable adult maltreatment complaints. LeadingAge Minnesota and its partner in the Long-Term Care Imperative (LTCI) testified at the hearing, and shared several recommendations for policy reforms that could be passed in the next legislative session to address ongoing concerns.
Spread the Word: Promote the Face Aging MN Interactive Map
On January 23, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
We know it’s going to take a lot of us working together to best prepare Minnesota for the impact and opportunities of its fast-growing aging population. We need your help to start this important conversation in communities across the state. Join us in promoting the new Face Aging MN interactive map.