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| The training course provides foundational knowledge regarding mental health diagnoses and their impact on providing long-term care. Participants will be introduced to behavioral approaches and interventions for specific mental health diagnoses, in addition to being trained in terminology and language to reduce mental health stigmatization. Other objectives include a review of mental health conditions and best practices for supporting individuals in treatment. 2.0 hours of CE available |
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| | N95 Respirator Written Program
October 23rd | 2:00PM-3:00 PM |
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| Please join a presenter from the HAI/AR Occupational Health team with WA Department of Health for this informative webinar. Learning Objectives: 1. Describe the purpose of having a Respirator Written Program 2. What are the elements of the written program you must include 3. Identify resources to assist you with staying compliant with the rules and regulations on respirator use 1.0 hours of CE available |
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| Reoccurring Training Opportunities
Mondays 8:00AM-8:30 AMTuesdays 2:30PM-3:30 PM |
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| Have questions about billing or contracting for Community Behavioral Health Support (CBHS) services? Not sure where to turn for help? Adult Family Homes providing CBHS are invited to join HCA, DSHS, and MCOs every Monday from 8:00–8:30 AM. Use this time to ask questions, share experiences, and connect to resolve issues. This is a weekly open call; no continuing education credit is offered. ————————————————— Join the HCA every Tuesday for assistance with completing the ProviderOne application. Please note: These calls are not for discussing individual client information. Specific contract, billing or concerns about a particular MCO should not be shared in detail on these calls, but you can request follow-up with them at this meeting to discuss with them later one on one. No continuing education credit, this is a weekly open call |
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| | HCA Listening Session #1 Overview of the bills and objectives of the rules project.October 28th | 11:00AM-12:30PM |
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| The Department of Health (department), Home Care Aide Program, has filed a CR-101 to announce the implementation of Senate Bill (SB) 5672 and Substitute House Bill (SHB) 1142. Both bills passed in the 2025 legislative session. The department will host three public workshops to collaborate and engage with interested parties on how best to implement the legislation into existing rules (chapter 246-980 WAC). SHB 1142 clarifies terminology for workers providing in-home care for family members and defines specific standard training requirements for workers exempt from certification. SB 5672 extends certification timelines for long-term care workers who have applied for certification. The department incorporates the emergency language enacted on August 25, 2025, into permanent rule. This rule extends the certification timeline from 200-days to 365-days, or 425-days if a provisional certification is granted, through December 2027. |
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| Behaviorism Training: A Provider’s Guide to Behavior Supports
October 29th 10:00 AM-11:30 AM |
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| The training course provides an overview of the primary functions of behavior. Participants will gain tools and skills to assess behavior, identify person-centered interventions, and new techniques for documentation and tracking. |
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| | HCA Listening Session #2 Format and incorporate supportive bill language into existing rulesOctober 30th | 1:30PM-3:00PM |
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| The Department of Health (department), Home Care Aide Program, has filed a CR-101 to announce the implementation of Senate Bill (SB) 5672 and Substitute House Bill (SHB) 1142. Both bills passed in the 2025 legislative session. The department will host three public workshops to collaborate and engage with interested parties on how best to implement the legislation into existing rules (chapter 246-980 WAC). SHB 1142 clarifies terminology for workers providing in-home care for family members and defines specific standard training requirements for workers exempt from certification. SB 5672 extends certification timelines for long-term care workers who have applied for certification. The department incorporates the emergency language enacted on August 25, 2025, into permanent rule. This rule extends the certification timeline from 200-days to 365-days, or 425-days if a provisional certification is granted, through December 2027. |
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Tips for a Successful Webinar |
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For AFH Council sponsored trainings: CE’s available for members only You must be on the webinar for the full time allotted in order to receive a CE certificate A certificate will be emailed to the email address you used at registration – Please allow up to 30 days to receive Each registration is individual to the person registered You can only register one person per email If you would like to receive CE, you cannot have multiple people watching on one computer You must be logged in and watching the webinar-click on the blue “join webinar” from your confirmation email – Listening on the phone only without watching the actual webinar will not qualify you for CE
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Lakewood Chapter Meeting
October 21 | 2:00pm-5:00PM |
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Apostolic Faith Church 5319 San Francisco Ave SW, Lakewood, WA 98499 |
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Topic: AFH Exit Strategy and Beyond Presented by: Patrick Simon, AFH Real Estate Sales Specialist, Washington Adult Family Home Services, and Bruce Nguyen, SBA Lender, Evolve Bank & Trust 1.5 CEUs available to all AFH Council members who attend. Lunch Sponsor:
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| Yakima Chapter Meeting
October 22nd | 12:00PM-2:30PM |
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| The Pub 5110 Tieton Dr, Yakima, WA 98908, USA |
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| Topic: Let’s Talk Open Q&A for AFH Providers Presented by:Jenna Hester, Yakima Chapter Coordinator 1.5 CEUs available to all AFH Council members who attend. |
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| Mountlake Terrace Chapter Meeting
October 22nd | 1:00PM-3:30PM |
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| Mountlake Terrace Library 23300 58th Ave W, Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043, USA |
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| Topic: Anchored Hearts Mobile Activities Presents: Tips and Tricks for Life Enrichment Presented by: Sheila Snyder, Director of Operations and Certified Cognitive Stimulation Instructor 1.5 CEUs available to all AFH Council members who attend.
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| East King County Chapter Meeting
October 28nd | 12:30PM-3:30PM |
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| We’re excited to announce the very first East King County Chapter Meeting — a brand-new opportunity to connect, collaborate, and strengthen our community of Adult Family Home providers in the region. Don’t miss this chance to be part of the beginning, share your voice, and help shape the future of this new chapter! |
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| Redmond Public Library 15990 NE 85th St, Redmond, WA 98052 |
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| Topic:Caring for the Caregiver: Managing Complex Emotions Presented by: Presented by: Mary Pope, RN, Clinical Liaison with Gentiva 1.0 CEUs available to all AFH Council members who attend. |
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| | Spokane Chapter Meeting
October 29th | 11:30 AM-2:00 PM |
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| Spokane Shadle Park Library 2111 W Wellesley Ave, Spokane, WA 99205, USA |
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| Topic: Understanding Aggression Associated with Dementia Presented by: Ryan M. Szymanski – PhD. Director, Conclave Healthcare Training 1.0 CEUs available to all AFH Council members who attend.
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| | Tri-Cities Chapter Meeting
October 29th | 1:00PM-3:00PM |
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| Richland Community Center 500 Amon Park Dr, Richland, WA 99352, USA |
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| Topic: From Caregiving to Game-Changing: AI Tools That Turn Empty Beds into Waiting Lists Presented by: Blake Crockett, Co-Founder, and Cheng Xie, Manager, LTLinx 1.5 CEUs available to all AFH Council members who attend. |
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| Vancouver Chapter Meeting & Costume Party!
October 31st | 1:30PM-3:30PM |
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| Firstenburg Community Center – Community Room C 700 NE 136th Ave, Vancouver, WA 98684, USA |
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| Topic: Synkwise – Mastering Resident Care via Electronic Charting Presented by: Claud Covaci, CEO (Synkwise) & Amanda Burgoyne, RN VP of Nursing Compliance (Synkwise) 1.5 CEUs available to all AFH Council members who attend. |
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Stay Up-To-Date With Our Upcoming Events and Webinars! |
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