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| | | | Trauma Informed Care: Trauma Theory and Orientation – Part One
January 7th, 2026 | 9:00AM-10:00AM |
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| The training course provides an overview of the types of traumas, the inter-relationship with co-occurring disorders and the impacts of trauma exposure on individuals. Part One of the training focuses on introducing concepts and theoretical background on Trauma and Trauma-Informed Care. 1.0 CEU available to all who attend. |
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| | Respirator (N95) Written Program for Adult Family Homes
January 7th, 2026 | 2:00PM-3:00PM |
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| This practical webinar will walk Adult Family Home providers through what is required to have a compliant Respirator (N95) Written Program in place. We will explain why a written respirator program is required, what purpose it serves in protecting both staff and residents, and when it applies to AFHs. Participants will review the key elements that must be included in the written program and gain a clear understanding of how to implement and maintain it. The session will also highlight reliable resources and tools to help providers stay compliant with respirator rules and regulations, so you can feel confident meeting requirements without unnecessary complexity. 1.0 CEUs available to all AFH Council members who attend. |
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| | | Residency Agreements & Discharge Notice Requirements for 2026
January 8th, 2026 | 2:00PM-3:00PM |
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| Starting January 1, 2026, new state requirements will change how AFHs must complete residency agreements and provide transfer or discharge notices for Medicaid residents. Join us to get clear, practical guidance on what must be included in your residency agreements, why these changes are being implemented, and what your responsibilities are when issuing a transfer or discharge notice. We’ll also walk through what to expect from the Office of Civil Legal Aid — including who they are, what they do, and how their involvement may affect your communication with residents. This webinar will be taught by our Regulatory Support Director, Maleia Press, along with members of our Member Support team. It is designed to give you confidence, clarity, and the tools you need to stay compliant in 2026. 1.0 CEU available to all AFH Council members who attend. |
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| | | Legislative Session Pre-Filed Bills
January 9th, 2026 | 11:00AM-12:00PM |
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| Start the new legislative session with a clear look at the bills already filed for consideration. State Lobbyist Amina Teouri will walk providers through the key proposals, explain their significance, and highlight how they may affect Adult Family Homes in the year ahead. This session is designed to give you the early insight you need to follow the session confidently and understand which bills matter most for AFH providers. 1.0 CEU available to all AFH Council members who attend. |
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| | Trauma Informed Care: Application and Practice-Part Two
January 14th, 2026 | 10:00AM-11:30AM |
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| The training course provides an overview of the types of traumas, the inter-relationship with co-occurring disorders, and the impacts of trauma exposure on individuals. Part Two of the training focuses on an introduction of practical skills and knowledge reinforcement introduced in the first portion of this training. Part One is highly recommended to be completed prior to attending Part Two. 1.5 CEU available to all who attend. |
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| | Mornings with Marketing
January 15th, 2026 | 8:30 AM-9:00 AM |
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| Join us on the first and third Thursday of each month for Mornings With Marketing, a relaxed, conversational session where Adult Family Home providers can bring their questions directly to Alexandria Brown, AFHC’s Marketing & Communications Manager. These informal Q&A calls are designed to help you strengthen your marketing skills, build confidence in promoting your home, and make the most of AFHC’s tools—especially the AFH Home Finder, our statewide directory for connecting providers with prospective residents and their families. Whether you want help refining your listings, improving your online presence, developing your story and brand, or navigating any other marketing challenge, this is your space to get real-time guidance from an expert who understands AFH needs. Show up with questions, ideas, or examples from your own home. Leave with practical, actionable steps to help prospective families find and connect with you. |
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| | | | | Kent Chapter Meeting
January 9th | 11:30AM-2:30PMKent Senior Center 600 E Smith St, Kent, WA 98030, USA Topic: Managing Your Caregiver Team with Confidence: Hiring, Training, Evaluation, and Termination Presented by Blake Crockett, AI Ambassador for Long Term Care Industry / Entrepreneur, Co-Owner of LT-Linx 1.0 CEU available to all AFH Council members who attend.
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| | | | Mountlake Terrace Chapter Meeting
January 14th | 1:00PM-3:00PMMountlake Terrace Library 23300 58th Ave W, Mountlake Terrace, WA Topic: Your Story, Your Brand: How to Share What Makes Your Home Unique Presented by AFHC Marketing & Communications Manager Alexandria Brown and AFHC Education & Support Manager Stacie Thyrion 1.5 CEU available to all AFH Council members who attend.
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| | | | Federal Way Chapter Meeting
January 15th | 12:30PM-2:30 PMCalvary Covenant Church 700 SW 320th St, Federal Way, WA 98023 Topic: Writing Excellent Incident Reports With AI-Supported Clarity and Completeness Presented by Mary Tuifua, RN, and Blake Crockett, AI Ambassador for Long Term Care Industry / Entrepreneur, Co-Owner of LT-Linx 1.0 CEU available to all AFH Council members who attend.
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