Minnesota's Assisted Living License: Engagement of Small Assisted Living Providers
Author Information
Author(s): Moone Rajean, Shippee Tetyana, Hakanson Megan
Primary Institution: University of Minnesota
Hypothesis
How do small assisted living providers experience the new regulatory framework established by Minnesota's State Statute 144G?
Conclusion
The study found that small, culturally specific assisted living providers faced significant challenges due to their lack of involvement in the development of the new licensing framework.
Supporting Evidence
- Stakeholders representing consumer advocates, provider advocates, and state government developed the new regulatory framework.
- Small assisted living providers serving culturally specific persons were largely absent from the development process.
- Four main themes emerged from the qualitative analysis of interviews with directors.
Takeaway
This study talks about how small assisted living homes in Minnesota had a hard time with new rules because they weren't included in making those rules.
Methodology
Interviews with 14 licensed assisted living directors and qualitative analysis of their experiences.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the small sample size and specific focus on culturally specific communities.
Limitations
The findings are specific to Minnesota and may not apply universally to other states.
Participant Demographics
Participants were licensed assisted living directors operating small, culturally specific communities in Minnesota.
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