<![CDATA[News]]> https://www.leadingagemn.org/ en Copyright 2026 2026-04-16T18:29:00+00:00 <![CDATA[Older Adult Services Orientation Manual 2026 edition Released ]]> https://staging.leadingagemn.org/news/older-adult-services-orientation-manual2026-editionreleased/ https://staging.leadingagemn.org/news/older-adult-services-orientation-manual2026-editionreleased/#When:19:05:00Z The 2026 edition of the Older Adult Services Orientation Manual is now available. This updated resource is designed to help board members quickly understand the complex and evolving world of aging services. Written in clear, accessible language, it includes an overview of key areas across the field along with a helpful glossary of terms. 

]]> 2026-04-16T19:05:00+00:00 <![CDATA[From Strategy to Action: New Employer Guide + Webinar Series to Strengthen Your Workforce]]> https://staging.leadingagemn.org/news/from-strategy-to-action-new-employer-guide-webinar-series-to-strengthen-your-workforce/ https://staging.leadingagemn.org/news/from-strategy-to-action-new-employer-guide-webinar-series-to-strengthen-your-workforce/#When:18:48:00Z Recently, we shared an exciting new webinar series designed to help aging services providers better recruit, support, and advance New Americans in their workforce. But those sessions are just one part of a larger effort to equip you with practical, real-world tools.

]]> 2026-04-16T18:48:00+00:00 <![CDATA[APIC Scholarships Available for Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing Facility Nurse Leaders]]> https://staging.leadingagemn.org/news/apic-scholarships-available-for-assisted-living-and-skilled-nursing-facility-nurse-leaders/ https://staging.leadingagemn.org/news/apic-scholarships-available-for-assisted-living-and-skilled-nursing-facility-nurse-leaders/#When:18:47:00Z The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is committed to supporting long-term care (LTC) professionals in MN who are working in infection prevention and control (IPC)related roles. In support of this effort, MDH contracted with the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) to provide FREE national and state membership to qualified staff working in assisted living and skilled nursing facilities in Minnesota.

]]> 2026-04-16T18:47:00+00:00 <![CDATA[MHCP Fixes NEMT Billing Issue, Reprocesses Denied Claims]]> https://staging.leadingagemn.org/news/mhcp-fixes-nemt-billing-issue-reprocesses-denied-claims/ https://staging.leadingagemn.org/news/mhcp-fixes-nemt-billing-issue-reprocesses-denied-claims/#When:18:46:00Z We have good news for nursing facility providers: Minnesota Health Care Programs (MHCP) has resolved a billing issue that caused some nonemergency medical transportation (NEMT) and ambulance claims to be denied.

]]> 2026-04-16T18:46:00+00:00 <![CDATA[Connect with MDH: Assisted Living Quarterly Update on April 30]]> https://staging.leadingagemn.org/news/connect-with-mdh-assisted-living-quarterly-update-on-april-30/ https://staging.leadingagemn.org/news/connect-with-mdh-assisted-living-quarterly-update-on-april-30/#When:18:45:00Z On Thursday, April 30, from 12-1:30 p.m. the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Health Regulation Division is holding a quarterly webinar for assisted living licensees and interested stakeholders to educate on regulatory trends and provide updates.

]]> 2026-04-16T18:45:00+00:00 <![CDATA[Updated Housing Support Rate Starting July 1]]> https://staging.leadingagemn.org/news/updated-housing-support-rate-starting-july-1/ https://staging.leadingagemn.org/news/updated-housing-support-rate-starting-july-1/#When:18:41:00Z Formerly known as Group Residential Housing (GRH), Housing Support is a state-funded program that helps cover basic living expenses, primarily rent and raw food, for eligible individuals. Each year, the state recalculates the rate using a standardized formula tied to federal and state benchmarks that estimate the minimum income necessary for a person to live safely and independently in the community.

]]> 2026-04-16T18:41:00+00:00 <![CDATA[Celebrate Older Americans Month in Style­—Shop Our New Store Today]]> https://staging.leadingagemn.org/news/celebrate-older-americans-month-in-styleshop-our-new-store-today/ https://staging.leadingagemn.org/news/celebrate-older-americans-month-in-styleshop-our-new-store-today/#When:18:35:00Z Older Americans Month is just around the corner (May), and LeadingAge Minnesota is proud to introduce our new Celebrate Aging apparel and merchandise collection—created to honor the impact, wisdom, and contributions of older adults, as well as the dedicated professionals who serve them every day.

]]> 2026-04-16T18:35:00+00:00 <![CDATA[Registration Open: Emergency Preparedness Training Series for Assisted Livings and Nursing Homes]]> https://staging.leadingagemn.org/news/registration-open-emergency-preparedness-training-series-for-assisted-livings-and-nursing-homes/ https://staging.leadingagemn.org/news/registration-open-emergency-preparedness-training-series-for-assisted-livings-and-nursing-homes/#When:18:31:00Z We are excited to announce a new, coordinated Emergency Preparedness Training Series designed to support assisted living providers, while also welcoming and encouraging participation from nursing homes. This initiative represents a significant step forward in supporting your organization’s compliance with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) Appendix Z requirements while strengthening real-world readiness.

]]> 2026-04-16T18:31:00+00:00 <![CDATA[Minnesota Lawmakers Release Budget Bills with Impact on Aging Services]]> https://staging.leadingagemn.org/news/minnesota-lawmakers-release-budget-bills-with-impact-on-aging-services/ https://staging.leadingagemn.org/news/minnesota-lawmakers-release-budget-bills-with-impact-on-aging-services/#When:18:29:00Z This Friday, the legislature will reach its finance deadline, a benchmark that means any bill with fiscal impact must be out of committees and on its way to eventual floor votes. Unlike other years, leadership and the Governor's office did not agree to budget targets for each jurisdiction area.

]]> 2026-04-16T18:29:00+00:00 <![CDATA[Tee Up for a Great Cause!]]> https://staging.leadingagemn.org/news/tee-up-for-a-great-cause/ https://staging.leadingagemn.org/news/tee-up-for-a-great-cause/#When:15:52:00Z

Get ready to hit the greens for something bigger than the game. Join us on Aug. 4 for the 13th Annual LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation Golf Tournament at beautiful Prestwick Golf Club in Woodbury!

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