Information for Adult Family Home Providers

Announcements

Informal Dispute Resolution (IDR) AFH Pilot Project

Beginning this fall, RCS will launch a pilot using a panel to conduct AFH IDR reviews. Please visit the project webpage for further information and panel member recruitment.

IDR Process Survey (5 min)

Prior to beginning the pilot, we would like to get input from AFH providers on how you view the current IDR process. By better understanding provider needs, we can improve the IDR process. Please consider taking a few moments to participate. Take the survey here

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AFH Information

Provider Letters and Rule Changes

Dear Provider Letters
AFH Rule Filings
- DSHS Rule-making Process
- CR 102 - Proposed Rulemaking - Chapter 388-76 WAC (Home & Community Based Settings)
- CR 101 – Proposed Rulemaking - Chapter 388-76 WAC (Resident Safety)
- CR 102 - Proposed Rulemaking - Chapter 388-76 WAC (Corporate Structure)
  - Draft Language
- CR 101 – Proposed Rulemaking - Chapter 388-76 WAC (TB Testing)
  - View CR 101
- CR 101 – Proposed Rulemaking - Chapter 388-76 WAC (Background Checks)
  - View CR 101

Do my caregivers need the Home Care Aide certification?

Yes, they will have to be Home Care Aide certified unless they meet one of the following exemptions:

RNs, LPNs, and certified nursing assistants (NA- C/CNA) or persons in an approved CNA training program;
Medicare certified home health aides;
Person with special education training and an endorsement granted by the Superintendent of Public Instruction; or
Employed as a LTC worker sometime between 1/1/2011 and 1/6/2012 AND who completed the training requirements in effect at the time. Must have proof of that employment meeting the requirements of DOH WAC 246-980-070. Long-Term Care Employment Verification form (DOH 675-006)

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