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Register for the Odyssey workforce shortage webinars. Registration closes at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 17, 2023.
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Tuesday, May 23, 2023: “Workforce shortage — Data and current trends”
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Thursday, May 25, 2023: “Workforce shortage — Promising practices.”
Workforce shortage – Data and current trends
Date
Tuesday, May 23, 2023
Time
1 to 3 p.m.
Description
This webinar focuses on workforce shortage data and trends at the state and national level. Join us to discuss how changing demographics affect the workforce shortage, review ongoing job openings in the direct care workforce and ask questions of the experts. Get ready for a deep dive to better understand the direct support professional (DSP) workforce shortage in Minnesota and the country.
Workforce shortage – Promising practices
Date
Thursday, May 25, 2023
Time
9 to 11 a.m.
Description
This webinar focuses on actions to address workforce shortage challenges DSPs experience. Our panel of experts will cover promising practices and strategies, including the use of assistive technology to improve independence, Minnesota-specific efforts and federal initiatives to address the workforce shortage. Come energized to learn about what can be done to improve the workforce shortage.
Credits
Minnesota Board on Aging (MBA)-approved for two clock hours, two social work continuing education unit (CEU) credits for each webinar.
Save the date: Grants, Equity, Access and Research (GEAR) grantee showcase webinar
Date
Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2023
Time
1 to 2:30 p.m.
Description
We are excited to announce the addition of the GEAR grantee showcase to our 2023 Odyssey webinar schedule. At this webinar, attendees will learn what makes GEAR provider capacity grants unique. GEAR provides funding assistance and support for services that enhance equity and improve access to historically underserved populations. GEAR provider capacity grants support culturally specific providers, help build capacity for small HCBS providers in rural and underserved areas and reduce barriers to DHS resources through accessible funding opportunities. Come ready to hear about the outcomes and experiences of GEAR capacity grantees.
Stay in touch
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