Oct. 30, 2019
Featured News
Help Minnesota Develop an Assisted Living Report Card
On October 28, 2019 by Bobbie Guidry
Assisted living residents, family members, advocates, providers and other stakeholders can help the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) develop a new Assisted Living Report Card by completing an online survey and/or attending a statewide livestream event in November.
Promising Practice - Workforce: Resident Concierge Representatives
On October 28, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
Thinking of ways to expose potential employees to your community for possible recruitment? Give the prospective employee – and you – a chance to try out older adult services by creating a new position called a Resident Concierge Representative (RCR). Cassia, an affiliation between Elim Care and Augustana Care, created this new position at a few of its sites and is already seeing positive outcomes in recruitment and retention.
Project ECHO: Free, Innovative Dementia Training Opportunity for LeadingAge MN Members
On October 28, 2019 by Lori Meyer
The LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation is excited to announce it is now accepting Request for Proposals (RFPs) for the second round of the Project ECHO Assisted Living Communities program. The deadline for submission is Friday, Nov. 15.
State News
Deadline Extended for State Grants to Elderly Waiver Customized Living Providers
On October 29, 2019 by Jeff Bostic
The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) has extended the deadline for responding to the RFP for a grant program to improve the resident experience in Customized Living. The deadline to submit a proposal is now Dec. 9.
Home Care Matters Provider Call Takes Place Nov. 14
On October 30, 2019 by Sue Boyd
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) will host a Home Care and Assisted Living Program teleconference on Thurs., Nov. 14 from 10 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Featured topics include regulatory updates and issues affecting home care in Minnesota.
Federal News
CMS Division Director Addresses LeadingAge Conference
On October 30, 2019 by Jeff Bostic
Evan Shulman, national Director of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Division of Nursing Homes, offered a Regulatory Update during this week’s LeadingAge national conference in San Diego. Here are a few highlights from his Oct. 29 remarks:
U.S. Senator Tina Smith Introduces Legislation to Address Social Isolation for Seniors
On October 28, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
Social isolation is a growing epidemic among older adults. Nearly half of older adults feel isolated, alone or left out, and seniors who experience social isolation face a 29% increased risk of mortality. U.S. Senator Tina Smith (D-MN) is addressing this challenge by introducing legislation to counter the detrimental and physical effects of social isolation among seniors.
U.S. House Passes Older Adults Act Re-Authorization
On October 30, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
The U.S. House of Representatives this week voted unanimously to pass the Dignity in Aging Act, which reauthorizes the Older Americans Act (OAA) and increases funding for vital programs that help aging Americans live independently and with dignity.
Notable News
Focus on Staff Strengths
On October 28, 2019 by Jenna Kellerman
Focusing on an individual team member’s strengths is more effective than focusing on improving weaknesses. One study showed a stark difference in engagement scores: 67% were engaged when their supervisor focused on strengths, as opposed to only 30% being engaged when their supervisor focused on weaknesses.
LeadingAge MN Foundation Seeks Silent Auction Donations
On October 30, 2019 by Lori Meyer
The LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation is excited to announce our 4th Annual Silent Auction that will take place at the 2020 Institute & Expo. Thanks to your generosity in previous years, we have raised over $25,000 to support the critical work of the Foundation. With your help, we can make this year’s auction even more successful!
Member New
Making Zero Harm Possible: Activities Team at Divine Providence Community Home
On October 30, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
The Activities Team from Divine Providence Community Home of Sleepy Eye was recently recognized with a Make Zero Harm Possible award from LeadingAge Minnesota.
Dr. Mary Tjosvold Inducted into Minnesota Women Business Owners Hall of Fame
On October 30, 2019 by Jodi Boyne
Dr. Mary Tjosvold, Founder & CEO of Mary T. Inc., has been selected by the Minnesota Chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO-MN) as a 2019 inductee to the Minnesota Women Business Owners Hall of Fame.