AFH Council Award Ceremony
Dear Adult Family Home Providers, As many of you are aware, the Governor has declared September as Adult Family Home Month. The AFH Council has marked this special month with a series of unique celebrations. These festivities have included spotlighting adult family homes every week, our annual fall conference, and the first ever Adult Family […]
AFH Council Spotlight: Community Homes
Founders John and Ann Therrien started Community Homes in 1995 for their daughter, Jenny. Her family wanted her to have every opportunity to live more independently. This first Adult Family Home in Bellevue still serves Jenny and four other women. Community Homes now owns 8 Adult Family Homes and 2 shared-living homes in Bellevue, Bothell, […]
Provider Responsibilities for Provision of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Respiratory Protection Program (RPP), and Changes to Department of Health RPP Resources
A Dear Provider Letter dated 9/14/2023 was issued to give information on provider responsibilities related to: Provision of PPE in Long-term care (LTC) settings. Employer responsibilities for respiratory protection and RPP. Changes to the Department of Health (DOH) RPP resources and support. All LTC settings have requirements to prevent the spread of infection by following […]
AFH Council Spotlight: Ellen House Adult Family Home
Ellen House has been proudly serving its community since its founding in October 1991. Their dedicated team is committed to creating a secure and nurturing environment for their residents. Ellen House works closely with Primary Care Physicians, Nurse Delegators, and families to craft personalized care plans that cater to the unique needs of your loved […]
Changes to DOH Respiratory Protection Program Support
The WA DOH support for respirator (N95) use will be changing starting on November 30th. There are 3 types of support currently provided by the WA DOH HAI/AR Occupational Health team: 1) 3M online medical evaluation, 2) Fit testing and fit tester training, and 3) Consultation support for the rules and regulations of respiratory protection. […]
A Letter from the Executive Director (9/8/23)
To the Adult Family Homes of Washington, About two weeks ago I celebrated my 10-year anniversary as the Executive Director of the Adult Family Home Council. As I was reflecting on the last 10 years, I am filled with gratitude to be a part of your community. I am also very proud of the meaningful […]
AFH Council Spotlight: Osprey Adult Family Home
This week for adult family home month the AFH Council is spotlighting Osprey Adult Family Home. Osprey Adult Family Home, located in Spokane, Washington, is owned and operated by a Nurse Practitioner who specializes in long-term care. Osprey focuses on caring for indviduals with higher medical care needs. At Osprey, an educated and committed team […]
2023 Fall Conference Agenda
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AFH Council Spotlight: Olympic Neighbors
This week for adult family home month we are spotlighting Olympic Neighbors. Olympic Neighbors’ mission is to create a home and community for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). They opened their first licensed Adult Family Home for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Jefferson County in 2018. Their vision is to create a […]
AFH Web-based License Application
On August 28, 2023, Residential Care Services (RCS) will implement a new web-based Adult Family Home (AFH) license application that includes secure online payment. This modern platform will allow applicants to complete the AFH license application online, upload supporting documents with their application, and edit their application once submitted. The result is a streamlined process […]
Upcoming Fall AFH Administrator Training Courses
September 11 – October 10 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm Monday – Wednesday Online $699 September 18 – November 6 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Monday Online $699 October 4 – October 26 9:00 am – 4:30 pm Wednesday – Thursday Online $699 October 23 – November 21 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm Monday – […]
Submit Your Panel Discussion Questions
Get your questions answered! Residential Care Services leadership (Licensors and Investigators), Home & Community Services leadership (Case Managers and Meaningful Day, ECS & SBS Programs) and a panel of attorneys who are very familiar with legal issues in adult family homes will be joining us at the Fall Conference. Please submit any questions you may […]
