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 across the state have been facing a crisis, and this funding will offer much-needed relief,” said Senator Jeff Howe (R-Rockville).“These are the folks and homes that care for our loved ones—they deserve our support. Senate Republicans made this a priority during the previous two legislative sessions, but Democrats were unwilling to negotiate. We held firm this year to get it done because these homes needed a lifeline to ensure they did not lose more staff and beds. This may not be all the funding they need to permanently solve the problem, but I am hopeful it will ease some of the struggles they’ve been facing.” 

A total of 6 nursing homes in Senate District 13 began receiving payments in August, as listed below. A second payment for the same amounts is planned for August 1, 2024. 

• Assumption Home in Cold Spring – $267,127 

• Country Manor Health and Rehab Center in Sartell – $405,705

• Good Shepherd Lutheran Home in Sauk Rapids – $405,705

• Mother of Mercy Senior Living in Albany – $243,037

• Premier Healthcare Management of Paynesville in Paynesville – $192,830

• St. Benedict’s Senior Community Therapy Suites in Sartell – $160,693