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July 13, 2020
Next edition is our 30th!• Seniors ask for this annual resource when they are looking for services at home or thinking of moving
• Find it in libraries, community centers, senior centers or our members hand it directly to seniors and families
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• Secure your spot now for visibility in the Senior Housing Directory 2021 – 2022 edition
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Members – only benefit Get your early ad placementsfor 2021-2022 spring edition
Facing COVID-19 related staffing shortages?
Employment News is the industry–insider job board for experienced help in the senior care community.
Email your news to [email protected] for an ad template if you need one!
We invite each member to email us a special submission. Let’s use Network News to share how you’re responding to the current crisis, to maintain your brand visibility, and to keep us all connected during these trying times.
SUBMISSIONS MAY LOOK LIKE• A virtual offering, message or tour• Tell us about what has changed—or remains the same—in your
company’s operations that would be helpful for other members to know• Highlighting the efforts of residents, clients, co-workers or vendors• Sharing inspirational quotes and acts of kindness
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• No character limit — Use as many words as you like! Put your full job description in your ad for no additional fee.
• Experienced job seekers. Your ad will be read and seen by pros already working in the senior care industry.
• Share your jobs to social media websites (Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter).
Only $135 per job for 12 weeks online! Click on ‘careers’ at CareOptionsNetwork.org to see current job posts.
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Contact Susanne GrochettPhone: (952) 945 - 4077 Email: [email protected]
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Are your staff pressed for time as they
oversee any visits from loved ones?
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INDEPENDENT LIVING | ASSISTED LIVINGMEMORY CARE | RESPITE CARE
3701 Chandler Drive NE, St. Anthony, MN 55421chandlerplacesenior.com
Call 612-788-7321 to experience senior living at it’s best.
C E L E B R A T I O N
Whether individuals are just starting to consider senior living or are ready to make a move, our team at Chandler Place is here and ready to walk through this important process.
Discover why our residents call Chandler Place home. We serve a wide range of lifestyle preferences and continuing care needs.
We are wearing masks.AND STILL SMILING.
We are keeping a safe distance.AND STAYING CONNECTED.
We are on the front lines. AND HAVE OUR RESIDENT’S BACKS.
You are not alone. WE ARE IN THIS TOGETHER.
WE AREHERE FOR
YOU
Now accepting admissions
Residential care at nine mile creek
Richfield House
If You or someone you love would like to age
with dignity, 55 years and up Call us at. We are located 65th and Portland
ave.
Contact person Sadik Abdi
612 978 2238 [email protected]
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INDEPENDENT LIVING | ASSISTED LIVINGMEMORY CARE | RESPITE CARE
3701 Chandler Drive NE, St. Anthony, MN 55421chandlerplacesenior.com
Call 612-788-7321 to experience senior living at it’s best.
C E L E B R A T I O N
Whether individuals are just starting to consider senior living or are ready to make a move, our team at Chandler Place is here and ready to walk through this important process.
Discover why our residents call Chandler Place home. We serve a wide range of lifestyle preferences and continuing care needs.
We are wearing masks.AND STILL SMILING.
We are keeping a safe distance.AND STAYING CONNECTED.
We are on the front lines. AND HAVE OUR RESIDENT’S BACKS.
You are not alone. WE ARE IN THIS TOGETHER.
WE AREHERE FOR
YOU
LETʼS STAY CONNECTED
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620 Aldrich Drive, Chanhassen, MN 55317
RileyCrossing.com
During this unprecedented time of uncertainty and isolation...
We want to let you know that we are here for you. We understand that many families still have growing needs for their aging parents, which is why we are taking admissions with screening and precautionary measures in place. Being a part of Ebenezer and Fairview Health Services allows us the very best in resources, support and clinical care.
VIRTUAL TOURS | LIVE VIDEO APPOINTMENTS ONLINE LEASING AVAILABLE!
Call today to set up your Virtual Tour or Video Appointment! 952.934.7777
Our community offers dedicated assisted living, memory care and enhanced care, taking move-ins for those needing immediate support.
Fridley LocationNow Accepting All COVID-19 ReferralsIn mid-April, Interlude™ Restorative Suites in
Fridley began providing post-acute care and end
of life care for guests diagnosed with COVID-19
who were discharged from an Allina hospital or
transferred from another Presbyterian Homes
& Services location. We are now expanding
our admissions to include referrals from any
other senior living community and all other
health systems.
For more information, contact Mary:
or call 763-230-3131
Interlude Restorative Suites is a collaboration of Allina Health and Presbyterian Homes & Services.
© 2020 Presbyterian Homes & Services
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Mercy Hospital, Unity Campus
520 Osborne Road NE, Fridley, MN 55432
InterludeRestorativeSuites.org
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INDEPENDENT LIVING | ASSISTED LIVING | CARE SUITESMEMORY CARE | RESPITE CARE
3715 Coon Rapids Blvd NW, Coon Rapids, MN 55433autumnglenseniorliving.com
Call 763-772-4492 to experience senior living at it’s best.
C E L E B R A T I O N
Whether individuals are just starting to consider senior living or are ready to make a move, our team at Autumn Glen Senior Living is here and ready to walk through this important process.
Discover why our residents call Autumn Glen Senior Living home. We serve a wide range of lifestyle preferences and continuing care needs.
We are wearing masks.AND STILL SMILING.
We are keeping a safe distance.AND STAYING CONNECTED.
We are on the front lines. AND HAVE OUR RESIDENT’S BACKS.
You are not alone. WE ARE IN THIS TOGETHER.
WE AREHERE FOR
YOU.
Need a quick & tasty side dish for your next
summer BBQ?
Our residents enjoy recipes like this & more at
www.sunflowercommunities.org
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LETʼS STAY CONNECTED DATED EVENTS
1900 County Road D WestRoseville, MN 55112
LangtonShores.org651-635-5300
Transitional Care at Langton Shores
We are currently accepting patients at our newly opened location in Roseville. You are invited to connect with us!
At Langton Shores, patients benefit from the experience of our clinical team within a soothing and engaging atmosphere, while knowing their comfort and safety is always a primary consideration.
All faiths welcome. Equal Housing Opportunity. © 2020 Presbyterian Homes & Services.
Virtual Healthy Living Classes for Older Adults
Living Well with Chronic Pain July 14 - August 18; Tuesdays 1:00 PM-3:30 PM – Register
Living Well with Diabetes
July 15 – August 19; Wednesdays 2:30 PM-4:30 PM – Register
Aging Mastery Program
July 15 – August 19; Tuesdays 10:30 AM-11:30 AM – Register
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ASSOCIATION MEETINGS
MASWA Annual Meeting Thursday, July 23rd 2:30pm – 4:15pm
Brenda Elsagher
During these times, all of us could use a good laugh. Please join us virtually to be educated and entertained by the humor of Brenda Elsagher. You won’t want to miss this free event!!!
Stick around following Brenda’s talk for a chance to win nice prizes generously offered by our Annual Meeting Sponsors!
Look for the meeting link and login information next week.
1 CEU Will be Available www.seniorworkers.org
Fascinated by the human spirit and a collector of stories, Brenda interacts with the audience and delivers new ways of thinking about courageous conversations on humor, health and happiness.
CEU EVENTS
Online Food Safety Training
& Certificate Renewals
We’re working to limit YOUR exposure by offering online ServSafe class and 4-
hour webinar for renewal of your Minnesota CFPM cerGficate. We can
send a healthy proctor to your facility when it’s Gme for the exam.
For special arrangements, contact [email protected]
Thank you for taking care of our vulnerable popula5on. The work you
do is so important! Take care of yourselves, too.
- FoodSafetyGuy
foodsafetyguy.com
REGISTER HERE
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CEU EVENTS
Dementia Cares Scenarios
3 part CEU Series, attend one or all of the events
July 15th, August 19th and September 16th, 2020.
RSVP to Lindsay at [email protected] or 612-238-2702.
Provplace.com
Minnehahasenoirliving.com
Join us for a “Virtual Lunch & Learn”. A tasty lunch will be delivered to you as you watch the Education provided
by St. Croix Hospice via Zoom.
OUTDOOR, SOCIAL-DISTANCED ETHICS CEU
Interpreting and Working with a Patient’s Advanced Directives in a COVID-19 World
FREE
1CEUCREDIT
TUESDAY, JULY 14, 2020 -OR- TUESDAY, JULY 28 (RAIN DATE)
Check-in 7:15 a.m. | Program 7:30-8:30 a.m.
Presenter: Mary Frances M. Price , Shareholder & Attorney at Law
Long, Reher, Hanson & Price PA.
Deephaven Woods Parking Lot 18025 Minnetonka Blvd. Deephaven, MN 55391
RSVP by July 10, [email protected]
OBJECTIVES :•Review and understand the differences and
interplay between a patient Health Care Directive, POLST and/or DNR/DNI;
•Understand what Minnesota Law requires when interpreting a patient’s wishes;
• Discuss a framework for decision-making when dealing with an incapacitated patient’s documents and agent when a decision needs to be made.
©2020 Fairview Health Services 900083
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CEU EVENTS
As a result of COVID-19, we are experiencing loss of control, income and routine. This, plus the effects of isolation, has triggered an increase in psychological distress and maladaptive coping. This session focuses on the psychological aspects of COVID-19 and gaining practical tips to help our resilience and our return to normal living.
Learning Objectives Include:• Underlying explanation for psychological consequences
of COVID-19
• Data-driven description of psychological symptoms and conditions caused by COVID-19
• Neuroanatomy of chronic stress versus brain-based structures and processes health to combat such stress
• Dr. Nussbaum’s Brain Health Lifestyle® and practical behavior tips to cope effectively
Presented by Dr. Paul Nussbaum, Ph.D., ABPP
Board Certified Clinical and GeropsychologyFellow National Academy of NeuropsychologyAdjunct Professor of Neurological SurgeryUniversity of Pittsburgh School of MedicinePresident Brain Health Center
PROFESSIONALS MAY EARN UP TO 1.0 (ONE) CEU
Please RSVP by July 17th to [email protected] will be presenting via Skype Video Call. Invite to follow RSVP.
Join us for a VIRTUAL CEU event
THE PSYCHOLOGICAL IMPACT OF COVID-19
Tuesday, July 21st
10 - 11 AM
*All attendees welcome. CEU Credit availble for professionals in Minnesota and North Dakota only.
The Twin Cities Chapter of the Minnesota Nursing Home Social Workers Association would like to extend a personal invitation
for you to join or renew your annual membership for $40
Join us for a Virtual CEU presentation on
Treating grief and loss with Self-Compassion
Speaker: Mary Gossett, MSW, LGSW, MS Navigator for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Objectives:
1. What is grief and how to respond/react? 2. The grieving process and current
treatment modalities for grief. 3. What is self compassion? How do we
practice self compassion? 4. Self compassion is an effective modality
to treat bereavement.
Benefits of Membership: Resources & Support | Advocacy | Quarterly Newsletter |
Committee Opportunities to shape MN Social Work Practice | CEUs | Reduced rates for the MNHSWA State Conf & Twin Cities Chapter Spring & Winter luncheons |
Invitations to speaking events and local networking
Date: July 16th, 2020 via Zoom Time: 9-10am
Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUqfuuppz0sHtWcVt4TZ9ntXxhi5Zzva4FV Password: 749593 After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. After the meeting we will email you the certificate.
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CEU EVENTS
PLEASE JOIN US FOR THIS VIRTUALCEU EVENT
Hospice:
D U R I N G A
P A N D E M I C
Current hospice overview, how itrelates to the current climate and
importance of health care directives.In addition to a better understandingof anticipatory and complicated grief
in relation to COVID-19.Presented by: Amber Haselberger, MSW
Wednesday, July 22nd 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
1.0 CEU Social Workers & Nurses
RSVP to Susan Ekman, Director ofCommunity Relations at
[email protected] gain access to the event.
Attendees will be entered in adrawing for a $50 Target Gift Card!
1.5 CEU Provided Upon Request
Presented by Mary Frances Price
This session will focus on understanding how people pay for home care, day care, as-sisted living, memory care and nursing home care. Topics covered include Medicare, Med-
icaid, long term care insurance and private pay with emphasis on eligibility, asset protec-
tion and tax considerations.
Proudly Sponsored by:
Life Care Planning Series
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Rachel Schromen is an estate planning and elder lawattorney in St. Paul, and owner of Schromen Law, LLC. Shehas been named one of the Top Three Best Rated EstatePlanning Attorneys in St. Paul (2018-2020), and wasnamed solo-practitioner of the month by Attorney at LawMagazine in October, 2016. She is also co-founder andexecutive director of Domestic Abuse Legal AdvocacyCenter, PSC - a non-profit organization that provides probono legal advocacy to victims and survivors of domesticviolence.
Provide an overview on Medical Assistance for LongTerm CareExplain Asset Reduction and SpenddownDiscuss strategic approaches to asset reduction tosupport protecting assets and family members Discuss spousal impoverishment guidelines andprotectionsDiscuss ways to issue spot through hypotheticalsand case studies
OBJECTIVES
RSVP by July 20, 2020
to Kathy Wedemeyer
Call/Text 651-387-2466
MEDICAL ASSISTANCE PLANNING:BASICS AND ISSUE SPOTTING
RachelSchromen Schromen
Law, LLC
YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO ZOOM CEU
THURSDAY, JULY 23RD 12:00 - 1:00 PMWEBINAR
CEU EVENTS
Millennial, Gen-Xer or Baby Boomer—we’re all training to become elders. Join TowerLight and Chaplain Chris Beckman as he presents a thoughtful and intentional response to the emotional, physical and spiritual aspects of the aging process.
WE’RE ALL TRAINING TO BE ELDERS : Understanding Generational Differences
FREE
1CEUCREDIT
OBJECTIVES :
•Identify key traits of a holistic aging process
•Provide a Spiritual Perspective that supports “aging well”
• Invite Caregivers to address their own preparation of becoming elders
• Suggest experiential exercises and resources to guide the process
©2020 Fairview Health Services 900092
WEDNESDAY, JULY 22ND 12:00pm-1:00pm
Zoom CEU Hosted by: TowerLight
We will be offering a free lunch to any organization (TCU, hospital etc) that has
3 or more participants in the CEU.
RSVP to Amanda by Monday, July 20 [email protected] or 763-252-9281
We will send the meeting link via email.
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SUPPORT GROUPS
Located in the newly constructed The Pillars of Prospect Park Senior Living, The Pillars Child Care Center is bustling with small children.
Their experienced team is being led by Director Sarah McGuire. Prior to working for Ebenezer, McGuire was the Director of Fairview’s CHILD
Program. She has taught and administered Early Childhood programs for over 27 years.
T h e P i l l a r s C h i l d c a r e W e l c o m e s
e n r o l l t o d ay !The Pillars Child Care, NEW
intergenerational, state-of-the-art center is open!
Sarah McGuire
©2020 Fairview Health Services 900076
3033 University Ave. S.E. Minneapolis, MN 612-623-7023 | PillarsChildCare.com
NEW EMPLOYEES
Set up a free, confidential, online care team for a senior at:
Free Virtual Support Groups
These monthly groups open to caregivers of seniors are now meeting via Zoom.
• 1st Thursdays, 1:30-3:30 PM • 1st Thursdays, 1:00-2:30 PM • 3rd Wednesdays, 10-11:30 AM • 3rd Thursdays, 4:30-6 PM
Caregiver Support Services
For any of the above services, please call 612-770-7005
carenextion.org
Our Licensed Social Workers offer in-person, phone, or
virtual meetings for help in: Coaching & Consultation
Family Meeting Facilitation Access to Resources
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NEW EMPLOYEES NON DATED EVENTS
WE WELCOME VICKI SEIDLThe Pillars of White Bear Lake is pleased to add Vicki Seidl to our amazing team. Vicki is our new Sales and Outreach Director and comes to us with more than 15 years of experience working with seniors. She enjoys helping seniors live their best lives in a beautiful, caring community.
VIRTUAL TOURS | LIVE VIDEO APPOINTMENTS
LIFE AS IT SHOULD BEFIND OUT MORE CALL | 651-762-6121
©2020 Fairview Health Services 900074
Introducing the T-Pull Door Closer
A great device for people using wheelchairs, walkers or simply have
their arms full - closing doors becomes a simple task!
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ErgonomicSwiveling handle gives the right leverage in closing the door without much effort
Manual door closerNo rushing to beat the spring loaded door or wait around for it to close
Available at Handi Medical Supply for only $39.99 + shipping
2505 University Ave WSaint Paul, MN 55114
651-644-9770
handimedical.com
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NON DATED EVENTS
952.200.0585 | STONEBAYSENIORLIVING.COM2635 KELLEY PARKWAY, ORONO, MN 55356
NOW OPEN! FOR MOVE-INS & COMMUNITY TOURS
Call Angie Ehalt at 952.200.0585 to schedule a community tour, or to learn more about Stonebay and
why others have already reserved their new home! Social distancing guidelines will be practiced and any visitors must Social distancing guidelines will be practiced and any visitors must
wear a mask. Live virtual tours are also available by request.wear a mask. Live virtual tours are also available by request.
Come live the good life at StonebayCome live the good life at Stonebay
AT STONEBAY, YOU WILL ENJOY:
• A community of joy, fun and laughter in a light-filled, airy retreat.
• “Meaningful Moments” - Our signature activities program that includes many different scheduled options such as; Creative Outlets, Next Level Learning, Bon Voyage!, and many more developed to help stimulate all of the areas in wellness and ensure that we are fulfilling the needs of our seniors.
• Our “AnyThyme” dining program that offers fresh quality ingredients sourced farm-to-table that awakens your taste buds while bringing you a sense of joy.
• A pet-friendly community where small animals are welcome. (Community restrictions apply (i.e., size, weight and breed)
An exceptionally designed community located in pristine Orono, blending a classy touch with family care that offers a “life on the lake lifestyle.” At Stonebay, you will feel at home with each unit designed to keep your care and comfort in mind. Our passion for care and service will make your loved one feel at home!
INDEPENDENT LIVING | ASSISTED LIVING | MEMORY CARE
NON DATED EVENTS
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Burnsville
952-898-5008
Coon Rapids
763-231-2077
Maple Grove
763-494-4966
Maplewood
651-789-7500
Shakopee952-445-5454
St. Louis Park952-920-0460
Woodbury
651-789-0050
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