Upcoming Events

Wednesday, November 13, 12 noon

Interconnected: Rural-Urban Conversations
The Future of Nursing Homes & Elder Care Across Minnesota

Nearly 17% of Minnesota residents are now over age 65, a significant increase since the year 2000. Further, as older members of the Baby Boomer generation age into their late 70s, the demand for skilled nursing beds will likely increase – yet Minnesota has lost 33% of its skilled nursing beds since 2005.

How our state provides care and support for older adults is a critical policy concern, especially in light of alarming data highlighting nursing home closures and financial challenges across the state. Join us for an expert panel conversation about this crisis and a new report from the Center for Rural Policy and Development on the future of nursing homes and elder care in greater Minnesota.

WHAT: Interconnected – The Future of Nursing Homes & Elder Care Across Minnesota

WHEN: Wednesday, Nov. 13, 12:00 noon-1:30 pm

WHERE: Zoom  

REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND ONLINE

Panelists:

  • Kim Brenne, Interim Division Director of Nursing Facility Rates and Policy, Minnesota Department of Human Services
  • Erin Huppert, Vice President of Advocacy, LeadingAge Minnesota
  • Kathy Messerli, Executive Director, Minnesota Home Care Association
  • Barb Jezorski, RN and COO, TRU Healthcare
  • Jason Anderson, Director of Long-Term Care Services, Sanford Canby Medical Center – Sylvan Court & Sylvan Place
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Moderated by Kate Raddatz, McClung PR


Previous Events

Research Webinars

2021

July 21st, 2021: Immigrants, Refugees, and Local Government Outreach in Rural Minnesota

February 19th, 2021: Child care in rural Minnesota after 2020

January 21st, 2021: What happens to the rural workforce during a pandemic?

 

2020

October 13, 2020: Livestream Event: The New Reality – The shifting landscape of rural health care in Minnesota

July 15th, 2020: The case for living rural

June 3, 2020: Integrating rural into the new reality of health care

May 1, 2020: A conversation with state leaders on rural Minnesota and COVID-19

 

Interconnected: Rural-Urban Conversations

 

About the Series

Minnesotans often use the phrase “rural-urban divide” when talking about the values and priorities that seem to differ across our state. But in reality, our challenges and opportunities are truly interconnected – though the solutions we design may look a bit different in Minneapolis compared to Mankato, or in Brainerd vs. Bloomington. This four-event series – hosted by the Center for Rural Policy and Development and the Citizens League – will bridge the divide between urban & rural Minnesota by exploring our shared challenges and how to design a future that works for our unique communities. Each event will begin with a look at CRPD’s latest research, followed by a panel discussion with speakers from urban and rural areas.

Previous discussions

Thursday, June 3, 2021: Examining Healthcare Access – click here to view the discussion.

Thursday, April 29, 2021: Minnesota’s Workforce – Help Wanted, Everywhere – click here to view the discussion.

Monday, March 29, 2021: Childcare – A Complex Crisis – click here to view the discussion.

 
 
Future topics!
 
We will be holding these Interconnected Conversations monthly where our topics will revolve around our shared interests in health care, work force, housing and equity & inclusion in our communities.  Check back often for the latest information and registration links.  Pre-registration is required for each Conversation. Sign up here to receive notifications on future discussions.