2026 SPRING CONFERENCE AGENDA

Our 2026 Spring Conference, “In Good Hands — Advocacy & Guidance You Need to Thrive,” is coming soon to Auburn, Spokane, and Vancouver! This year’s event is your opportunity to connect, engage, and influence the issues that matter most to Adult Family Home providers.

We’ll cover key topics like upcoming CBA negotiations, regulatory updates, and provider priorities—plus offer interactive sessions, networking, vendor exhibits, and plenty of fun along the way. Enjoy breakfast and lunch on us, and you could even win exciting prizes!

Seats are limited, so don’t miss your chance to shape the future of our field while gaining practical tools, valuable insights, and connections to help your home thrive.

EVENT SCHEDULE:

9:00

REGISTRATION OPEN/CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST

9:30

WELCOME & OPENING ANNOUNCEMENTS

10:00-11:30

WHEEL OF COMPLIANCE: SPIN INTO SUCCESS

Three-part session covering key regulatory updates and common compliance issues for Adult Family Home providers. Participants will test their knowledge in Wheel of Compliance, a fun interactive game, followed by an open discussion to ask questions, share experiences, and gain practical guidance for success. Presented by Kris Boler, Member Support and Operations, Maleia Press, Regulatory Director, and Mya Cedar, Member Support (1.5 CE)

11:30-12:30

THRIVING AS A LEADER: HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF AND YOUR TEAM

This session explores how to lead with clarity and emotional stability, communicate effectively, and create a supportive, structured environment. You’ll also learn strategies to prevent burnout and move beyond survival mode to help you and your team thrive. Presented by Director of Education Stacie Thyrion. (1.0 CE)

12:30-1:30

LUNCH & VENDOR FAIR

1:30-3:00

THE POWER OF PARTICIPATION: YOUR VOICE IN POLICY AND COLLECTIVE BARGAINING

Learn how the legislative and collective bargaining processes work, and how your voice can shape policy, influence compensation, and guide our upcoming bargaining session beginning in mid-May. Participate in a live poll to help set priorities, explore ways to get involved in advocacy, and test your knowledge with a fun interactive quiz. Presented by Interim Executive Director Amina Teouri and Advocacy Assistant Suaad Laari. (1.5 CE)

3:00-4:00

Member Forum: Questions and Answers with Council Leadership

This session offers members an opportunity to engage directly with the Interim Executive Director, Executive Board Chair, and regional board representatives on the issues that matter most to Adult Family Home providers. From council operations and board governance to the major issues affecting Adult Family Homes, this is a chance for members to ask questions, hear candid answers, and gain greater clarity about the organization’s direction. (1.0 CE)

4:00-4:30

VENDOR RAFFLE

4:30

END – Thank You For Coming!!