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MDH Releases Revised LTC Emergency Preparedness Toolkit
On March 2, 2023 by Mark Schulz
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) released a revised long-term care (LTC) emergency preparedness toolkit on Monday. At the height of the pandemic, this toolkit was used by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) as an example highlighting the collaborative work between providers, regulators, emergency preparedness experts, etc. to better prepare all long-term care settings for potential emergencies.
CDC’s Project Firstline New Resources
On March 17, 2022 by Libbie Chapuran
Project Firstline, led by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), launched a new toolkit yesterday entitled Risk Recognition and Infection Control in Healthcare. As with other Project Firstline resources, the new toolkit aims to increase infection control knowledge and understanding among frontline staff.
DHS Launches HCBS Provider Toolkit
On October 8, 2019 by Bobbie Guidry
The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) has released a new Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Provider Toolkit that provides guidance, frequently asked questions, and examples of provider practices that support choice and autonomy for people who receive these services.
LeadingAge VA to Release New Playbook to Help Providers Serve the Middle Market
On August 28, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
LeadingAge Virginia will soon release a playbook designed to help senior living and care providers determine whether and how to serve middle-income older adults. The playbook provides a template that can be customized based on your market, your customer and what you need to design a product for the middle market.
Now Available: 2019 Unemployment Insurance Toolkit for Nonprofits
On August 6, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
A new toolkit to help management unemployment risk is now available.
Anxiety Shared Pathway Toolkit Now Available
On July 2, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
Anxiety is one of the leading causes of hospital readmissions and crosses many diagnoses. A new toolkit developed on behalf of the Lake Superior Quality Improvement Network (QIN) will help transitional care units and home care agencies prepare staff to mitigate anxiety symptoms and offer integrated therapy programs to alleviate anxiety and improve outcomes.
New Resources and Tools You Can Customize: Antibiotic Stewardship Programs
On July 2, 2019 by Sue Boyd
For long-term care infection preventions, sometimes the hardest part of Antibiotic Stewardship is just getting started. Minnesota One Health Antibiotic Stewardship Collaborative has posted new resources and tools to support Antibiotic Stewardship in Long-Term Care on the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) website.
Now Available: Oral Health Toolkit
On January 18, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
A new toolkit on oral healthcare provides essential resources and tips to help caregivers provide better assistance to those who need support with dental care.
Now Available: Free Safety Technology Toolkit
On October 31, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
LeadingAge CAST released a new Safety Technologies Toolkit that will help members prevent falls, the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries for older adults.
Now Available: Trauma-Informed Care Resources
On October 23, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
A new toolkit from LeadingAge provides resources for members to better understand the impact of Trauma-Informed Care and how to best serve residents with trauma histories.
Retain Your Staff with the Onboarding Toolkit
On September 4, 2018 by Jenna Kellerman
Looking for tools to turn your standard new employee orientation into an engaging onboarding experience? Watch this 7-minute video to learn about an exciting new resource that is free to LeadingAge Minnesota members – our Onboarding Toolkit.
New Guidance: Fair Housing Act and Americans with Disabilities Act
On August 14, 2018 by Bobbie Guidry
LeadingAge has provided new guidance that summarizes the Fair Housing Act (FHA) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The guidance should help members answer the following questions:
Retain Your Staff with the Onboarding Toolkit
On July 31, 2018 by Jenna Kellerman
The FREE Onboarding Toolkit provides tools to turn your standard new employee orientation into an engaging onboarding experience! Watch this introductory 7-minute video to learn about the new resource.
CDC Releases New Tools to Aid in Antibiotic Stewardship
On July 24, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released a new tool as part of its four-part online training series on antibiotic stewardship.
CAST Updates Medication Management Selection Tool
On July 24, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
LeadingAge CAST has updated its Medication Management Selection Tool with vendor information for 20 products. The tool is designed to help you understand the range, uses and benefits of medication management technologies and to select solutions that best fit your requirements.
New C. diff Toolkit for Long-Term Care
On May 22, 2018 by Julie Apold
Clostridium difficile (C. diff) causes almost half a million infections yearly, with more than 100,000 occurring among residents in long-term care. The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has developed a new toolkit to help prevent and manage C. diff infection in long-term care.
Final Onboarding Webinar TODAY
On May 9, 2018 by Jenna Kellerman
Join us for the final Onboarding Toolkit Webinar TODAY at 10 a.m. Quick – Sign up here!
Register for Final Onboarding Toolkit Webinar
On May 1, 2018 by Heidi Simpson
Sign up today for the final Onboarding Toolkit Webinar on May 9 at 10 a.m. This webinar is open to anyone who has already implemented the toolkit as well as anyone interested in learning more about the resource.
Register for Final Onboarding Toolkit Webinar
On April 25, 2018 by Jenna Kellerman
Sign up today for the final Onboarding Toolkit Webinar on May 9 at 10 a.m. This webinar is open to anyone who has already implemented the toolkit as well as anyone interested in learning more about the resource.
Register for Final Onboarding Toolkit Webinar
On April 17, 2018 by Jenna Kellerman
Sign up today for the final Onboarding Toolkit Webinar on May 9 at 10 a.m. This webinar is open to anyone who has already implemented the toolkit as well as anyone interested in learning more about the resource.