Social Leave Feedback Sessions for Adult Family Homes
The Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) Home and Community Living Administration is inviting feedback on the use of Social Leave for Medicaid clients living in Adult Family Homes.
What is Social Leave?
Social Leave refers to planned overnight stays away from the Adult Family Home for recreational or social purposes. This does not include leave for medical or therapeutic needs.
These feedback sessions are part of the Social Leave MOU under the 2025–2027 Collective Bargaining Agreement between Washington State and the AFH Council.
Why This Matters
This is your opportunity to share input and help shape how Social Leave is implemented for Adult Family Homes and the clients you support.
Who Should Attend & When
Adult Family Home Providers, AFH Council Representatives, & Advocates
Choose one session:
May 14, 2026 | 9:00 – 11:00 AM
June 1, 2026 | 3:00 – 5:00 PM
Click Here to Register May 14
Click Here to Register June 1
How to Participate
Participants should register in advance. While registration by April 30, 2026 is encouraged, you may register anytime before your selected session.
Questions?
Please contact: Paula.Costa@dshs.wa.gov
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.