Adult Family Homes are privately owned or rented by a licensed provider in a community-based neighborhood. AFHs are licensed to care for two to eight residents who are 18 or older.
Adult Family Homes are privately owned or rented by a licensed provider in a community-based neighborhood. AFH offers a room, meals, laundry, supervision, medication assistance, and varying amounts of assistance depending on what each person needs. They may also provide specialized care for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health issues, dementia, and nursing care needs.
The AFH provider will create a care plan for each resident based on their CARE assessment. This plan will be discussed and agreed upon by the resident and/or their guardian.
Eligibility requirements include:
- A client of DDA
- 18 years or older
- Diagnosed with a developmental or intellectual disability that requires support and supervision
- Assessed with a need for Community First Choice (Personal Care) and residential services through DSHS
- Financially eligible for Medicaid and able to pay for participation or can privately pay for services
- Authorized by DSHS to receive AFH services
DSHS’ Developmental Disabilities Administration expects all AFH providers and their caregivers to make sure each resident experiences the following:
- Health and safety.
- Assistance to manage daily activities and pursue their personal goals.
- Power and choice.
- Status and contribution by self and others.
- Inclusion in the physical and social life of their communities.
- Relationships with relatives and friends.
If a resident has an identified unmet need, they may be eligible for Community Integration services, as well as medical escort and mileage.
To locate an Adult Family Home in your area, visit https://fortress.wa.gov/dshs/adsaapps/Lookup/AFHAdvLookup.aspx.
Want more information? Check out the DDA Adult Family Homes Fact Sheet.
Interested in learning more? Contact your case manager today. Not sure who your DDA case manager is? Call or visit your local DDA Field Office and ask them to look that up for you.
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