Since it's establishment in 1948, Knute Nelson has cared for aging adults in an environment that focuses on attaining the highest quality of living and providing services specifically designed to address each person's wellbeing. Knute Nelson is a non-profit, Christian-based organization that combines an extraordinary legacy with an innovative presence in senior care.

WHO WE ARE The Health Care Improvement Foundation (HCIF) is an independent, nonprofit organization that drives high-value health care through stakeholder collaboration and targeted quality improvement initiatives. HCIF supports the vision of a responsive, coordinated health care delivery system that fulfills the needs of patients and consumers, and achieves better health. Based in Philadelphia, HCIF was founded in 1980. Since its inception, HCIF has been recognized as an outstanding example of how advances in quality care can be achieved through large-scale collaboration. OUR APPROACH HCIF’s approach to quality improvement is based on the core value that collaboration at the local level is the key to effective and sustained quality improvement. Our experience provides evidence that by working together with peers, participating organizations and clinicians will accelerate their improvement strategies farther and faster than by working on their own. STAFF AND EXPERIENCE HCIF maintains a staff of ten professionals with a wide range of strengths and experiences including project management, team facilitation, strategy development, measurement and analytics, and program evaluation. Program participants have described HCIF staff as trusted partners, skilled at building relationships and recognizing and leveraging the contributions of collaborative members.

Founded in 1897, Bethesda has a rich history of serving seniors in Kandiyohi County and the surrounding area. Our Mission is to create quality health, housing and home-based choices primarily for older adults with the goal of helping those served live an active, healthy and high quality of life. Our vision is to invite residents into our senior living community, not just to live with us, but also to thrive with us. Bethesda is always evolving to meet the needs of our community and has been forward thinking when planning for the future. We are a leader in the field and the only organization of our kind in the rural west central Minnesota area offering a full continuum of senior health solutions including: • Long-term care • Senior and assisted living for older adults •Income based senior housing funded through HUD • Home health care • Adult day services •Transitional and outpatient therapy/rehabilitation (physical, speech, occupational) •Wellness center and warm water therapy pool for those 50 years of age and older Daily, Bethesda serves approximately 700 people in our community through our full continuum of care. We operate a senior care transportation program that offers 500+ individuals in the Bethesda community the opportunity to easily accessible transportation for medical appointments and social outings. Bethesda also provides free support groups for caregivers and those dealing with Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and general care-giving concerns, thus providing the whole community with a better understanding of how to help older adults in need. We rely on our 450 employees, 100 volunteers, residents, family members and community to share the heartfelt belief that each and every senior has value, is deserving of respect, and has a lifelong need to be independent, creative, productive and useful.

The mission of the Lutheran Home of Good Shepherd shall be to provide, in the name of Christ, high-quality long-term care and other services and programs which address the needs of the senior citizen and special needs individuals. At Lutheran Home of the Good Shepherd, our guiding principle is to provide outstanding and innovative healthcare in an environment that stresses the importance of the individual and family. Our staff of dedicated professionals embodies the values that we cherish most – a nurturing spirit and a commitment to quality. We welcome you to visit and tour Lutheran Home of the Good Shepherd soon. If you are interested in a tour of our facility or interested in joining our staff, please call us or click on our website link below.

PSLO is a long-term health care management company. Our Mission: Providing all necessary resources and support to our Partners In Care so that exceptional health care is received by seniors in an environment where dignity, privacy and quality of care are second to none.

ElderCare of Minnesota, Inc. is a hospital & health care company based out of 920 4th St SE, Little Falls, MN, United States.

Our agency began providing services for people with Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) in 1992. Over the years we have grown from serving a handful of individuals with PWS to serving a variety of diagnoses, among them, Autism, Down's Syndrome, Fragile X Syndrome, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, and we have become a well known and respected provider in the Prader-Willi community. We currently have 16 residential homes in Buffalo, Monticello, Cokato, as well as all around the Metro area. We also provide in home services for individuals and families in many of these areas. Each home has a maximum of four residents. When establishing a home, we attempt to match the residents according to their abilities, interests, and personalities. Each home is structured according to the needs of the people living in it. Dignity and respect are given to the needs, values, and characteristics of these individuals and their families. Eight of our 16 homes are currently restricted to people with PWS or moderate PWS symptoms. In these homes we provide a highly structured plan, which involves prescribed diets and tailored exercise and weight management plans. AME provides a membership at a local health club for each home. Residents are rewarded for participation in the exercise program. Our staff is trained to deal with challenging behaviors, meet medical needs, and foster a friendly and supportive living environment. We focus on positive behavior management and programing. AME provides consultation and training to other agencies and individuals. Our services are initiated through referrals from County Case Management and funded by the Home and Community Based Waiver Program. Visit our website listed below for further information about employment opportunities or placement.

Located in the charming, vigorous Central Minnesota town of Albany, Mother of Mercy has maintained the highest standards of care ever since it opened its doors in 1959. We provide health and residential care and services for older adults in a modern, yet comfortable and home-like, environment. Each individual’s physical, emotional, and spiritual needs — key ingredients for happiness — are what Mother of Mercy is all about. This is an exceptional place; we have regularly achieved A+ ratings from the Minnesota Department of Health and once received the honor — rarely given — of a rating of “zero deficiencies”! We are proud of our facilities and the work we do and invite you to come for a visit. Whether your interest is our Care Center (nursing home), our assisted or autonomous living residences, Memory Lane, or our rent-assisted apartments, you are always welcome.

Minnesota State Government is the third largest employer in the state of Minnesota, employing over 50,000 diverse and talented employees in more than 100 state agencies, boards, commissions, colleges, and universities. Our workplaces can be found across the state in 86 out of 87 Minnesota counties and a small share of employees work in out-of-state locations. When you bring your career to the State of Minnesota, the work you do affects the quality of life of millions of Minnesotans. From those who shape policy, to those who keep us safe, preserve our environment, or take care of our most vulnerable populations, we take our responsibilities to the public seriously. Join us as we continue to serve our great state and build a better Minnesota. To learn more about our career opportunities and comprehensive benefits, visit www.mn.gov/careers. To learn more about our state agencies, boards, commissions, colleges, and universities, visit http://mn.gov/portal/government/state/agencies-boards-commissions.

SUPPORTIVE LIFESTYLES, INC is a hospital & health care company based out of PO BOX 738, New London, Minnesota, United States.

Minnesota State Government is the third largest employer in the state of Minnesota, employing over 50,000 diverse and talented employees in more than 100 state agencies, boards, commissions, colleges, and universities. Our workplaces can be found across the state in 86 out of 87 Minnesota counties and a small share of employees work in out-of-state locations. When you bring your career to the State of Minnesota, the work you do affects the quality of life of millions of Minnesotans. From those who shape policy, to those who keep us safe, preserve our environment, or take care of our most vulnerable populations, we take our responsibilities to the public seriously. Join us as we continue to serve our great state and build a better Minnesota. To learn more about our career opportunities and comprehensive benefits, visit www.mn.gov/careers. To learn more about our state agencies, boards, commissions, colleges, and universities, visit http://mn.gov/portal/government/state/agencies-boards-commissions.