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Serving Adult Family Home Providers Since 1993

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2,500+

Adult Family Homes

Our Mission: To improve the lives and well-being of vulnerable adults through the support of adult family homes.

Formed in 1993, the Adult Family Home Council (AFH Council) aims to improve the lives of vulnerable adults by supporting adult family homes. We assist providers with high-quality care through education, advocacy, direct support, and marketing. The Council represents AFH providers in the state legislature, with the Department of Social and Health Services, and for collective bargaining.
Benefits of Membership
  • Increasing Medicaid rates
  • Halting fee increases
  • Policy improvements
  • Direct communication with regulatory officials and state legislature
  • Increasing business opportunities
  • Adult Family Home Training Network
  • State spending increases
  • More than 200
    opportunities for all staff to gain Continuing Education credits (CEUs) each year
  • Access to online training platform Webinars addressing FAQs and common barriers
  • Direct support from  Education & Support Specialists
  • Online resource library
  • Assistance with citation
    appeals and hearings WAC/RCW clarification and Medicaid questions
  • Reviewing paperwork for admitting or discharging a resident
  • 11 regional chapters with regular meetings
  • Access to affiliate business partner contacts
  • A personalized online
    listing for your home on our public Find a Home page
  • Increased public awareness of the adult family home option
  • Strategies and techniques to market your home
  • Opportunities to feature your home in public outreach efforts
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Important November Dear Provider Letters

Important November Dear Provider Letters

Dear Provider Letters are notices sent from the Aging and Long-Term Support Administration regarding updates for AFH providers about policies,…
2025 AFHC Board Elections Nominees

2025 AFHC Board Elections Nominees

Our sincere thanks to all the nominators and nominees who took part in the 2025 AFHC Board Elections Nomination process!…

Upcoming Events

Online
12/11/2025
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

AFH Employer’s Guide to Worker Rights

Join Brenda Fay, Outreach Representative with Washington State Labor & Industries, and Stephen Yim, Community Outreach & Resource Planning Specialist with the U.S. Department…

Online
12/11/2025
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

988 Lifeline – Mental Health Support Workshop

Presented By: Selima Carlin, DeafLEAD Selima Carlin from DeafLEAD will talk about 988 Lifeline for mental health crisis support. Learn how Deaf…

Online
12/12/2025
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

AFHC 2026 Legislative Priorities Overview

Kick off the AFHC’s new seven-part legislative webinar series, running from December 12th through March 13th, with a clear, accessible introduction to…

What is an Adult Family Home?

An adult family home (AFH) is a type of senior living option designed to provide a comfortable, intimate environment for seniors and vulnerable adults in a residential home. Often referred to as senior homes or group homes, these settings usually house six or fewer residents, which allows for a more personalized, intimate level of care. The staff at adult family homes are trained to help with activities of daily living (ADLs), including assistance with dressing, bathing, and mobility. Additionally, meals, housekeeping, and other services are typically provided. This smaller, more homey atmosphere offers an alternative to larger assisted living facilities, with a focus on individualized care and attention.

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