Nursing homes across the state are seeing the result of the legislative session as funding fought for by Senate Republicans is finally reaching facilities.

Last Session, Senate Republicans fought for a $300 million deal to help nursing homes amidst a historic staffing crisis. The bipartisan agreement included direct grants, facility rate increases, and a workforce incentive fund that adds up to about $1.1 million for every nursing home in the state.

“Nursing homes have been facing a crisis for years, and after begging legislators for help, they are finally seeing a light at the end of the tunnel,” said Senator Karin Housley (R-Stillwater), who has been a strong advocate for supporting nursing homes throughout the state. “Though I wish this funding could have been allocated much sooner than it was, it’s getting done and it’s going to help the homes we entrust to care for our loved ones. I’m so happy to see local nursing homes finally getting the aid they deserve.”

A total of 5 nursing homes in Senate District 33 began receiving payments in August, as listed below. A second payment for the same amounts is planned for August 1, 2024.

• Birchwood Healthcare Center in Forest Lake – $313,326
• Gables of Boutwells Landing in Oak Park Heights – $329,392
• Good Samaritan Society in Stillwater – $212,913
• The Estates at Greeley in Stillwater – $241,028
• The Estates at Linden in Stillwater – $214,921