November 15, 2024 [ST. PAUL, MN] – Governor Tim Walz announced over $6 million in new state grants to keep Minnesotans in their homes as they age. The Live Well at Home grants will support more than 30 organizations, funding services such as retrofitting residences to make them age-friendly and providing support for caregivers.
“Living at home provides people with identity, comfort, and community,” said Governor Walz. “As so many families know, the choice to move, or have a family member move, to a nursing home can be an extremely difficult one. These grants are helping older adults maintain their independence and significantly improve quality of life for Minnesotans as they age.”
Most people prefer staying in their homes and research shows when they’re able to stay longer they are happier and have better health outcomes compared to people entering institutionalized care like nursing homes or assisted living facilities.
“These grants support what most people want,” said Human Services Commissioner Jodi Harpstead. “It’s a cost-effective investment in their health and happiness.”
Included on the list was North Shore Area Partners, Silver Bay, $60,000. Funding will provide direct in-home services and supports to 35 older adults living independently in their homes. Volunteer recruiting will increase. New programming will promote the health and well-being of older adults by coordinating with community partners to offer health, nutrition, and safety topics, financial fitness planning, and aging solo programming.
