SPECIAL EXECUTIVE BOARD ELECTION
Voting will close at 5pm on April 12, 2024.
The AFH Council is conducting a Special Election to fulfill a recently vacant At Large (Statewide) position on its Executive Board for the remainder of 2024. All member homes in good standing are eligible to vote for a single candidate. Members with multiple homes can vote once per each member home’s license number.
Please note that the successful candidate from this Special Election will only hold the At Large position until December 31, 2024, but will have an opportunity to run again in the regular 2024 Executive Board Election.
About the AFH Council Executive Board
Composed of 11 members across Washington’s seven regions, the board’s main purpose is to ensure that the Council:
- Achieves appropriate results for the membership at an appropriate cost (as specified in Board Ends Policies), and
- Avoids unacceptable actions and situations.
The Board commits itself and its members to ethical, professional, and lawful conduct, including proper use of authority and appropriate decorum when acting as Board members. Click here for more information on board member responsibilities and qualifications.
MEET YOUR CANDIDATES
Statewide (All Regions)
Adryana Gawlik
A Beautiful Sunset, LLC | Vancouver
Adryana’s journey displays a blend of academic excellence, professional competence, and a heartfelt dedication to serving her community, particularly its most vulnerable members.
Graduating suma cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Economics and a minor in Political Science, Adryana demonstrated a profound understanding of societal dynamics. Since 2009, she has channeled her expertise into the realm of business development consultancy, specializing in strategic development. Her strategic insights and innovative approaches have helped numerous small business owners navigate challenges and achieve sustainable growth.
However, it’s Adryana’s passion for advocating for the elderly and vulnerable members of society that truly sets her apart. Her role as an Adult Family Home Provider since 2020 speaks volumes about her commitment to providing compassionate care and support to those in need. Beyond her professional endeavors, Adryana has dedicated herself to various volunteer activities, tirelessly working to uplift and empower marginalized sectors of society.
Adryana’s connection with seniors extends far beyond her professional responsibilities; it’s a lifelong commitment deeply rooted in her personal values and her love for her own grandparents. Her biggest aspiration is to make a positive impact on the lives of others and her community.
Amber Martinez
Lola Kay AFH | Yakima
My name is Amber D. Martinez. I was born and raised in the Yakima Valley, But well traveled. I have been a registered nurse for over 20 years. My field of specialty is Emergency Medicine, Hospice and Hospital Administration. I purchased my first Adult Family Home in 2019.
Over the past 4 years I’ve done 2 CHOW and 1 additional Adult Family Home constructed from the ground up and will eventually build a fourth. My homes specialize in dementia, mental health and Intellectual Disabilities.
By 2025, the Adult Family Home market in the United States is expected to grow from $100 billion to $225 billion. As a result, the need for “improved quality care” is in high demand.
My passion as an Adult Family Home provider is to promote quality of care and advocacy for the elderly and vulnerable adults . Ultimately, my hope is that the Adult Family Home industry will advance its reputation for providing outstanding quality care and rapidly evolve with the changing of times. I’d appreciate your vote for Executive Board Member at Large, I’m excited to have the chance to serve our growing industry!
Behailu Tafese
Bee Adult Family Home LLC | Marysville
Endrias Wolderufae
A Home Like AFH LLC | Marysville
I am mainly interested on the board member position because I do hope to help out our community who run homes with there variety of needs and concerns and also since all of my experiences are related to state funded resident ( with my multiple homes I serve the DDA and HCS residents ) with that I could bring our issues and challenges to the boards attention and find solutions to them and also in the process, I would like to gain as much knowledge as possible.
