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Senior Living Works Ambassador Challenge
On October 9, 2018 by Jenna Kellerman
Challenge: Can we get 50 LeadingAge Minnesota members to become Senior Living Works Ambassadors? It’s free and easy and could change the landscape of recruiting staff into older adult services in Minnesota.
New Proposed Rule Would Reverse Ban on Use of Lifts by Younger Staff
On October 3, 2018 by Jonathan Lips
The United States Department of Labor (DOL) has published a proposed rule in the Federal Register (“Expanding Employment, Training, and Apprenticeship Opportunities for 16 and 17 Year Olds in Health Care Occupations Under the Fair Labor Standards Act”) to address an issue that has troubled LeadingAge Minnesota members for years.
Taking the Mystery out of Social Media and Digital Marketing for Workforce Development
On September 25, 2018 by Terri Foley
What if you could increase your total number of new hires by 46 percent in one year by strategically using digital media? Mother of Mercy in Albany dedicated time and grant funds to achieve those results—and a 30 percent increase in total applications.
2018 Compensation Reports Available for Purchase
On September 25, 2018 by Jeff Bostic
LeadingAge Minnesota recently mailed out complimentary copies of the 2018 compensation reports for nursing facilities and senior housing providers to members who participated in those surveys. Copies of those reports are now available for purchase by members who did not participate.
Register Today! HCBS Scholarship Application Webinar
On September 18, 2018 by Jenna Kellerman
The Minnesota Department of Health is providing a free webinar to LeadingAge Minnesota members on the Home and Community-Based Services Scholarship program grant application process. Register today!
Register Today! HCBS Scholarship Application Webinar
On September 11, 2018 by Jenna Kellerman
The Minnesota Department of Health is providing a free webinar on the Home and Community-Based Services Scholarship grant application process to LeadingAge Minnesota members. The webinar takes place Sept. 26 from 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. Register today!
Free Recruitment Tools
On September 11, 2018 by Jenna Kellerman
More than 350 senior living professionals have signed on as Senior Living Works Ambassadors! Will you be next?
HCBS Scholarship for 2019 Now Open
On September 4, 2018 by Jenna Kellerman
The Minnesota Department of Health is soliciting grant proposals from providers of adult day care, home care, and housing with services to provide educational scholarships for their employees. Applications are due by Friday, Oct. 19.
Care Center Employee Retention Unchanged in 2017
On September 4, 2018 by Jeff Bostic
Attracting and retaining employees has been a significant challenge in recent years, and retention rates are a key indicator of the ability of care centers to meet staffing needs in a competitive labor market and to provide the continuity of care that is necessary for good client outcomes. In 2017, retention was relatively good news in that the gains that occurred in 2016 were maintained in the most recent year.
New Reports Explore Global Expansion of Foreign-Born Aging Services Workforce
On August 22, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
Three new reports explore the characteristics and migration routes of foreign-born workers and the benefits and challenges associated with an expanding foreign-born workforce in the field of aging services.
Now Available: 2018 Salary and Benefits Report for Nursing Homes
On August 14, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
Registered Nurse hourly rates increased by 3.1 percent while Licensed Practical Nurse rates increased by 2.43 percent, according to the 2018-2019 Nursing Home Salary and Benefits Report published by Hospital & Healthcare Compensation in cooperation with LeadingAge.
Minnesota State Mankato and Ecumen Team Up to Enhance Nursing Care for Minnesota Seniors
On August 7, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
Minnesota State University, Mankato and Ecumen are teaming up to help address the state’s acute shortage of nurses working in long-term geriatric care.
Become a Senior Living Works Ambassador
On August 7, 2018 by Guest Contributor
More than 350 senior living professionals have signed on as Senior Living Works Ambassadors! Will you be next?
America Is Running Out of Family Caregivers, Just When It Needs Them Most
On July 24, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
Many Americans are now aging without family caregivers nearby, reports the Wall Street Journal.
Presbyterian Homes & Services Receives $12 Million Gift
On May 22, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS) received a $12 million gift to establish and endow the Hugh K. and Margaret S. Schilling Leadership Institute, which aims to advance development of a highly competent workforce to meet needs related to the unprecedented aging of our population.
Workforce Solutions Conference Brings Proven Resources to Members
On April 25, 2018 by Jenna Kellerman
More than 200 LeadingAge Minnesota members gathered for the fourth annual Workforce Solutions Conference last week. The conference was designed to be interactive and fast-paced – featuring expert panels, 15-minute express sessions, and providing tools needed to build and retain our workforce.
Legislation to Alleviate Growing Workforce Crisis Introduced in Congress
On April 25, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
New legislation introduced in Congress would help aging services providers alleviate its growing workforce crisis:
BBC News Highlights Minnesota Workforce Solutions for New Americans
On April 17, 2018 by Jodi Boyne
The debate on immigration can send a chilling effect across our field, as immigrants and refugees are an essential part of our workforce – today and in the future.
2 Days Left for Summer Health Care Internship Employer Applications
On April 10, 2018 by Jenna Kellerman
Employer applications are being accepted through Friday, April 13 for the 2018 Summer Health Care Internship Program. Skilled nursing, home care providers and adult day centers are encouraged to participate.
April 12 is Last Day to Register for Workforce Conference & New Supervisors Workshop
On April 10, 2018 by Heidi Simpson
Time is almost out to attend the annual Workforce Solutions Conference on April 19 and the co-located Essential Skills for New Supervisors workshop.