2026 Candidate Forums: Find a Forum Near You
Registration is now open for the Adult Family Home Council’s October 2026 candidate forums, with eight opportunities to connect with election candidates across Washington.
These in-person forums bring adult family home providers together with candidates for conversations about issues affecting providers, caregivers, and residents. Hear candidates’ perspectives, share your concerns, and help them understand the day-to-day realities of providing care in an adult family home.
Why attend?
Your experience matters. Candidate forums provide an opportunity to:
Learn about candidates’ plans and priorities for the adult family home community.
Share the challenges and needs you see in your work.
Build relationships and strengthen your ability to advocate for your home and residents.
Find your forum and register
Select a forum below for event times, full addresses, and registration.
| Date | Forum and registration | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| October 6, 2026 | Yakima | The Pub, Yakima |
| October 9, 2026 | Vancouver | Firstenburg Community Center, Resource Room |
| October 14, 2026 | Snohomish + Mountlake Terrace | Marysville Library, Marysville |
| October 15, 2026 | Kent/Federal Way | Calvary Covenant Church, Federal Way |
| October 20, 2026 | Lakewood | Apostolic Faith Church, Lakewood |
| October 21, 2026 | Lacey | MyMedSupplies, Community Room |
| October 22, 2026 | Tri-Cities | Richland Community Center, Richland |
| October 28, 2026 | Spokane | Spokane Shadle Park Library |
Continuing education
AFHC members who attend can receive 1.5 continuing education (CE) credits.
Choose a forum near you, register, and bring the questions and experiences you want candidates to understand.
Not a Member Yet?
Membership fees enable the Council to cover legal expenses and fund staff to advocate with the state and regulatory agencies. The participation of every adult family home is vital to ensuring fair regulations and rates that accurately reflect the costs of caring for our vulnerable adults. Consider becoming a member of the Council to help us continue improving conditions for all adult family homes in Washington State.