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Now Available: Care Center Resident Quality of Life and Family Satisfaction Survey Results

On May 9, 2018 by Jeff Bostic

The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) recently posted updated results for both the Resident Quality of Life survey and Family Satisfaction survey to the MN Nursing Home Report Card web site. 

May 17 Workshop Delivers Tools for Effective Strategic Planning

On May 1, 2018 by Heidi Simpson

Bring your team to discover new tools and approaches to your strategic planning process. As part of LeadingAge Minnesota’s Performance Excellence in Aging Services platform, the May 17 workshop A Systematic and Effective Approach to Strategic Planning unfolds the strategic planning process from preparation and prioritization to deployment and sustaining the plan. 

New Assisted Living Certificate Program – Registration Open Soon

On April 25, 2018 by Heidi Simpson

Last week’s newsletter included a preview of our new Assisted Living Certificate Program, a combined series with separate tracks for Assisted Living/Housing with Services Managers and Nurse Managers. 

This program will be offered in the spring and the fall of 2018. Registration will be open very soon and is expected to fill quickly. Watch the LeadingAge Minnesota website and your email for registration announcement.

PIPP Deadline is May 1

On April 25, 2018 by Jodi Boyne

The deadline for submitting a Performance-Incentive Payment Program (PIPP) proposal is midnight on May 1. 

DHS Posts Quality of Life, Discharge Data

On April 10, 2018 by Jeff Bostic

The Minnesota Department of Human Services posted new data regarding Quality of Life and Hospitalizations/Community Discharge to the Nursing Facility Provider Portal. 

HSS Regional Hubs Will Focus on Mentoring, ICan Kickoff

On March 27, 2018 by Laura Lutgens

Our spring Health Support Specialist (HSS) regional hubs that begin next week will deliver on a core foundation of apprenticeship: mentoring. 

2017 Quality Indicators Posted to DHS Provider Portal

On March 20, 2018 by Elizabeth Sether, RN, MHA, LNHA

The Minnesota Department of Human Services has posted new quality indicators for care centers to the Nursing Facility Provider Portal. The indicators cover the period of Jan. 1, 2017 – Dec. 31, 2017. 

CMS and CDC to Collaborate on Infection Prevention Training for Care Centers

On March 20, 2018 by Jonathan Lips

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have announced a collaboration to develop a training course in infection prevention and control for nursing home staff. 

LeadingAge Minnesota Recognizes 5 Members with Excellence in Practice Awards

On March 13, 2018 by Jodi Boyne

LeadingAge Minnesota recently recognized five members with Excellence in Practice awards. The Quality, Star Workplace and Community Collaboration awards recognize and showcase exceptional progress in long term services and supports, serving as a platform to share promising programs and new ideas to help advance and transform the way we serve older adults. 

National Quality Forum Releases Opioid Stewardship Playbook

On March 13, 2018 by Julie Apold

The National Quality Forum released a new, comprehensive guide to help frontline providers more safely and effectively manage patient and resident pain. 

Register Now for Full-Day Leadership Session with Bryan Williams on March 29

On March 13, 2018 by Julie Apold

Anyone who saw Bryan Williams at Institute will not want to miss spending a day with him engaging in a discussion on effective leadership. The Thursday, March 29 session is the first in a four-part leadership series focused on the essential components of achieving a high performing organization. 

Ready to Take the First Step? Your Path to Continuous Quality Begins March 15

On March 6, 2018 by Julie Apold

When it comes to quality, you can’t afford to wait. In just one week, LeadingAge Minnesota members from across the state will take their first steps on a path continuous quality. You can join them by registering today for the March 15 kick-off meeting for Performance Excellence in Aging Services. 

DHS Seeks Nursing Home PIPP Proposals

On January 23, 2018 by Julie Apold

The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking proposals for the next round of the Nursing Home Performance-Based Incentive Payment Program (PIPP). Proposals are due May 1. Incentive payments for selected projects will begin on Jan. 1, 2019. 

Take the First Step to Continuous Quality

On January 23, 2018 by Julie Apold

The first step to quality improvement begins with recognizing that an opportunity for improvement exists. Do you know how to recognize opportunity? Watch our new Performance Excellence in Aging Services webinar to learn how to get started on a guided path to continuous quality. 

Tired of the Roadblocks and Detours? Take the First Step to Continuous Quality Improvement

On January 16, 2018 by Julie Apold

We are getting ready to kick-off the next round of our Performance Excellence in Aging Services program. If you’re tired of the roadblocks and detours that prevent you from achieving positive outcomes, satisfied customers and an engaged workforce, join us on the path to continuous quality improvement. Sign up today and plan to attend our March 15 kick off meeting.