Public Policy – State
June 2020 Joint Minneapolis Area & SPSW Association Policy Meeting
Presentation: Senior Workers June 2020 Policy Meeting Take-Aways: Now that Age-Friendly MN has launched, what work is being done? Learn about what becoming an Age-Friendly community entails and how the state is intending to participate in this process. Gain a better understanding of the Age-Friendly Community approval process and the role you can play in…
Read MoreModification of Maltreatment of Minors Act and Vulnerable Adults Act
Modification of Maltreatment of Minors Act and Vulnerable Adults Act Emergency Executive Order 20-32 issued on April 8, 2020, allows the Commissioner of Health to temporarily delay, waive, or modify certain requirements so that providers can take necessary action to protect Minnesotans. Follow This Link For Governor Tim Walz’ Executive Order The Minnesota Department of Health…
Read MoreTips for Caring for persons living with dementia in a long-term or community-based care setting
1) What research says about how to care for persons living with dementia in long-term or community-based care settings in times of emergencies Tips for Dementia Caregivers in Long-Term or Community-Based Settings: Here are some research-based tips and strategies to support people with dementia. Please feel free to share these with staff and families, You…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Response Waiver
Dear Community and Non-Profit Partners, The State has submitted a waiver to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to begin the process of requesting a broad range of temporary flexibility the Department of Human Services can use if necessary to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. The 1135 waiver and subsequent requests for more specific…
Read MoreEVENT: Long Term Care Division Updates from MN Department of Human Services
AGENDA – Long Term Care Division Monday, February 17, 12:45pm Room 200 State Office Building Long-Term Care Interim Updates from Commissioner Jan Malcolm, MN Department of Health Long-Term Care Interim Updates from Commissioner Jodi Harpstead and Assistant Commissioner Dan Pollock, MN Department of Human Services
Read MoreCouncil to help shape response to opioid epidemic
Deadline near to apply for Opioid Epidemic Response Advisory Council The Minnesota Department of Human Services is seeking applicants until July 29 for the new Opioid Epidemic Response Advisory Council. Established by 2019 legislation, the council will review existing efforts to address the state’s opioid epidemic, establish future priorities and recommend specific projects to receive…
Read MoreMinnesota Board on Aging: Senior Advocate FYI
Governor Walz Releases His Budget Recommendations: On February 19th Governor Walz finalized and released his budget recommendations for the biennium. Click Minnesota Board on Aging Senior Advocate Update March 2019 for more information.
Read MoreThe Inside Scoop!
It’s time for another THE INSIDE SCOOP! This week’s SCOOP features Toby Pearson, Vice President of Advocacy. Toby gives a quick update on what has happened this week, and what to expect in the week ahead. Remember–if you have not yet shared stories with your senator and representative about the wonderful work and employees…
Read MoreMN receives an ACL Awards Grant
ACL recently awarded grants totaling $4,877,699 to Adult Protective Services systems in 14 states. The three-year grants will be used to enhance statewide APS systems, evaluate and improve practices, and improve data collection and reporting to ACL’s National Adult Maltreatment Reporting Systems (NAMRS). State APS systems investigate reports of abuse and exploitation of older adults…
Read MoreInviting Public Comment on Older Americans Act Funding Proposal
In accordance with the Older Americans Act (Section 315(c)(1)), Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging is soliciting the views of older individuals, providers and other stakeholders on two elements of its 2019 funding proposal to the Minnesota Board on Aging. Plans for Program Development and Coordination Activities funded under Title III-B (Supportive Services). Download summary. Strategy for cost sharing related to supportive,…
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