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Category: Member News
Welcome to the Member News category. These stories are intended for current LeadingAge Minnesota members, profiling aging services professionals, providing new resources, and keeping them informed about the aging services community.
Member Insights: Real-Time Surveys
On January 25, 2024 by Jessica Lacher
As part of our ongoing commitment to enhance member experiences, we are launching a short survey for LeadingAge Minnesota members to share feedback any day, any time, on their experiences with the Association.
2024 Leadership Academy Dates Announced, Applications Open
On January 18, 2024 by Barbara Landeen
Applications for the 2024 Leadership Academy are now open.
Last Chance to Register for January Virtual District Meetings
On January 11, 2024 by Barbara Landeen
Time is running out to register for next week’s virtual District Meeting on Jan.16 or 18. You won’t want to miss the Managing Me Workshop with practical and easy-to-implement tools to improve your personal and professional productivity.
Call for Nominations: District Officer and Director Elections at January District Meetings
On January 4, 2024 by Barbara Landeen
Elections will be held for several open district officer and director positions during the upcoming virtual district meetings in January. This is a call for nominations to fill these vital leadership positions.
New LeadingAge Minnesota Solution: Girard’s Business Solutions
On December 28, 2023 by Stacy Rogers
Girard's Business Solutions, a preferred vendor for LeadingAge Minnesota Solutions, offers an impressive range of over 20 Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR) designed to enhance efficiency in sectors like floor care, food delivery and bussing, secure medical supply transport, and more.
Two Leaders at Sholom Promoted to New Positions
On December 28, 2023 by Jessica Lacher
Two employees at Sholom’s Roitenberg Family Assisted Living on the Ackerberg Family Sholom West campus have been promoted to new leadership positions.
LeadingAge Minnesota Solutions Announces Official Partnership with Corpay to Provide Customers with Simplified Payment Processes Via Corpay AP Solution
On December 21, 2023 by Stacy Rogers
LeadingAge Minnesota Solutions is announcing its partnership with Corpay, a FLEETCOR company and global leader in business payments, to provide best-in-class AP automation for invoicing, commercial, and virtual Mastercard services for senior living communities throughout Minnesota.
New Leaders at Minnesota Veterans Homes - Minneapolis
On December 21, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran
The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs has recently named two new leaders. Doug Britain was named the new Campus Administrator for the Minnesota Veterans Homes - Minneapolis effective Dec. 6. Razaq (Zaq) Adedayo, DNP, RN, was selected as the new Director of Nursing (DON) for the Minneapolis Veterans Home effective Nov. 8.
Covenant Living of Golden Valley Receives Prestigious Wellness Award
On December 14, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran
Covenant Living of Golden Valley, a LeadingAge Minnesota member, has been awarded the 2023 ICAA NuStep Beacon Award, solidifying its position among North America's Top 25 'Best in Wellness' senior living communities.
Meaningful Activities Quality Improvement Project Recognized in ICan Contest
On December 14, 2023 by Julie Apold
A team from the Melrose Care Center Activities Department was recognized for their quality improvement project in LeadingAge Minnesota’s ICan Quality Improvement Contest.
Colliers Securities Public Finance Team Welcomes Veteran Banker Aaron Schroeder as Senior Vice President
On December 7, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran
The public finance team of Colliers Securities is thrilled to welcome Aaron Schroeder as a Senior Vice President, based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Admissions Process Quality Improvement Project Takes Top Ranking in ICan Contest
On December 7, 2023 by Julie Apold
The Fergus Falls Minnesota Veterans Home team ranked first in LeadingAge Minnesota’s 2023 ICan Quality Improve Contest. The team took on a project to improve the admissions process for staff and residents.
Extreme Makeover: Lakeside Edition Quality Improvement Project Recognized in ICan Contest
On November 30, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran
A team from Lakeside Generations in Dassel was recognized for their quality improvement project in LeadingAge Minnesota’s ICan Quality Improvement Contest.
New Members: Lange Board & Room Assisted Living
On November 30, 2023 by Jessica Lacher
We are thrilled to welcome Lange Board & Room as new members of LeadingAge Minnesota.
Terri Foley to Retire from LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation
On November 30, 2023 by Lori Meyer
Terri Foley, Program Officer for the LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation, has announced her retirement after seven years with the Association and with a lasting impact on its Foundation.
Member Katie Fregin named Campus Administrator at Shaller Family Sholom East Campus
On November 16, 2023 by Jessica Lacher
Katie Fregin of Sholom Community Alliance has recently been named Campus Administrator at Shaller Family Sholom East Campus.
2024 District Meeting Dates Set
On November 9, 2023 by LeadingAge
Mark your calendar now for 2024 District Meetings. These regional meetings with members are open to all staff and are free to attend.
District Officers Elected at October Member Meetings
On November 2, 2023 by Barbara Landeen
Members elected new officers to represent them during the recent October District Meetings, and several officers moved to new roles as terms are set to expire.
Lores Consulting and Senior Care Solutions Launch New Partnership
On November 2, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran
Lores Vlaminck, nurse consultant and owner of Lores Consulting, and Michelle Stober, the owner of Senior Care Solutions (SCS) since 2015, are thrilled to share the exciting news of a new collaborative partnership.
Free for Members: October Lunch and Learn on Change in Condition
On October 26, 2023 by Kari Everson
LeadingAge Minnesota has reintroduced lunch and learn sessions starting last week, and the most recent Lunch and Learn on resident change in condition is now available on demand.