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Spreading Joy: Senior Card Writing Event Brings the Community Together

On October 24, 2024 by Jessica Lacher

The Anoka County Community Action Program (ACCAP), a member of LeadingAge Minnesota, recently launched its first Senior Card Writing Event, encouraging volunteers to craft personalized cards for local seniors.

Congratulations to Our New District Officers

On October 24, 2024 by Barbara Landeen

LeadingAge Minnesota consists of seven geographical districts which serve an important governance function of the association.

Celebrating Lloyd Ward: 2024 Volunteer of the Year

On February 8, 2024 by Libbie Chapuran

LeadingAge Minnesota proudly honors Lloyd Ward, a dedicated volunteer at Martin Luther Care Center in Bloomington, MN, as the recipient of the Volunteer of the Year Award for his exceptional service spanning over three decades.

Less than Three Weeks Left to Nominate Your Staff, Volunteers, and Residents for the Stars Among Us Awards

On August 24, 2023 by Barbara Landeen

The nomination deadline for the 2024 Stars Among Us Awards is Monday, Sept. 11 - that is less than three short weeks away. Share your stories to recognize these people in your organization for statewide recognition:

Friends & Co Offers Social Connection Opportunities Across Minnesota

On December 15, 2022 by Bobbie Guidry

For over 50 years, LeadingAge Minnesota business partner member Friends & Co has been creating connections and friendships for older adults. Propelled by the pandemic, the organization has expanded services aimed at loneliness and isolation statewide and redoubled its focus on fostering connection and companionship for happy, healthy aging.

Connect with Students and Interns at the University of Minnesota

On November 11, 2021 by Jenna Kellerman

Looking to recruit staff, build the pipeline, or increase engagement with students? The most effective way to reach University of Minnesota (U of M) students and alumni is through a no-charge job, internship, and volunteer database called Handshake.

Final Week – 2022 Stars Among Us Award Nomination Deadline is Sept. 13

On September 8, 2021 by Barbara Landeen

Nominations are due Monday, Sept. 13 for the 2022 Stars Among Us Awards.

Award categories include Caregiver, Volunteer, and Board Trustee of the Year, Outstanding Leadership, Spirit of Aging and the new Rising Star Award. Excellence in Practice organizational awards are for performance improvement and Safe Care for Seniors initiatives.

Calling All Stars – 2022 Stars Among Us Award Nomination Deadline is Sept. 13

On September 1, 2021 by Barbara Landeen

Nominations are being accepted for your amazing staff, residents and volunteers in preparation for the 2022 Stars Among Us Awards. Nominations are due for individual and organizational awards on Sept. 13 in multiple categories, including the Caregiver of the Year, Outstanding Leadership, and the new Rising Star Award.

Who are Your Nominees? Stars Among Us Award Nominations Open for 2022 Institute

On August 4, 2021 by Barbara Landeen

Start thinking about your incredible staff, residents and volunteers in preparation for the 2022 Stars Among Us Awards. Nominations are open for individual and organizational awards through Sept. 13 in multiple categories, including the Caregiver of the Year, Outstanding Leadership, and the new Rising Star Award.

Stars Among Us Award Nominations Open for 2022 Institute

On July 14, 2021 by Barbara Landeen

The 2022 Stars Among Us Awards are open for nominating individuals and organizations through Sept. 12 in multiple categories, including the Caregiver of the Year, Outstanding Leadership, and the new Rising Star Award.

Volunteer Opportunities Available for the Virtual 2021 Institute 

On April 28, 2021 by Heidi Simpson

LeadingAge Minnesota is seeking volunteers to help facilitate sessions at the 2021 Institute, which is occurring virtually from May 18-21.

Even in a virtual environment, it takes a tremendous amount of behind-the-scenes work to make the Institute run as smoothly as possible. There are two opportunities to serve. One is acting as a session host. The role requires no previous experience, no public speaking, no need to appear on the screen and a very minimal time commitment, particularly for a session you might have been planning on attending anyway. We will provide a short list of simple instructions.