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Kari Thurlow, President and CEO of Leading Age MN, previews the upcoming MN Legislative Session. Hear how the election results will impact aging and older adult services in Minnesota and beyond.
Welcome to the Minneapolis Area Senior Workers Association (MASWA)
Our Mission: To develop a multidisciplinary community of professionals working in the field of aging who are educated, supported, and interconnected so they may improve services and advocate for older adults.
Minneapolis Area Senior Workers Association (MASWA) is a community organization of those working to assist the elderly in maintaining health and independence. We are dedicated to improving the quality of life for all seniors.
MASWA offers many benefits to its members:
- Monthly meetings
- Networking opportunities at monthly meetings
- Continuing education credits - free classes with CEU's offered at meetings.
- Public policy and legislative Issues - Latest information on issues relating to the elderly, their care and financial reimbursements.
- Fall Aging Conference
- Spring Luncheon
Membership is open to healthcare workers, homemaker and companion care, transportation, real estate agents, legal assistance, financial planning and other services that relate to seniors and their caregivers.
Upcoming MASWA Events:
Kari Thurlow, President and CEO of Leading Age MN, previews the upcoming MN Legislative Session. Hear how the election results will impact aging and older adult services in Minnesota and beyond.
MASWA News & Notes
Updated guidance on visitation provided by the DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
CMS, in conjunction with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), is updating its visitation guidance accordingly, but emphasizing the importance of maintaining infection prevention practices, given the continued risk of COVID-19 transmission. See the full guidance at the link below. https://www.cms.gov/files/document/qso-20-39-nh-revised.pdf
Preparing to apply for Assisted Living Licensure – Upcoming Teleconference Call with the Minnesota Department of Health
Please join as the Minnesota Department of Health hosts a presentation regarding assisted living licensure and what it means for you and your business. PowerPoint presentation will be available the day prior to the call if you would like to review/printout in advance of the presentation. Meeting number (access code): 187 036 0322 Meeting password: CQpxg4HQb33
March is Social Worker Month!
The MASWA Board recognizes our social work colleagues are essential in supporting older adults to live their lives with dignity. The Board wants to thank all social workers for their tireless advocacy for those they serve. Happy Social Work Month!