Melda Schulz, along with her husband Ron, offers Professional AFH Training & Consulting Services. With nearly 25 years of experience as an Adult Family Home (AFH) provider and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Melda brings extensive expertise to support care providers and organizations. Today, she serves as an AFH Consultant, Delegator, and Community Instructor, specializing in Nurse Delegation and Diabetes Care Education. Ron worked with special needs and cerebral palsy as well as geriatric clients at Fircrest while also being a co-provider at Alliance Crae AFH. He continues teaching Continuing Education, along with Mental Health and Dementia classes in compliance with DSHS requirements for caregiving staff.
Running an Adult Family Home is demanding. We make training easier by bringing DSHS-approved education directly to you, with practical instruction based on real AFH experience—not just theory.
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Our programs are built to equip caregivers and AFH staff with practical skills, required certifications, and real-world knowledge for daily care.
Running an Adult Family Home is demanding. We make training easier by bringing DSHS-approved education directly to you, with practical instruction based on real AFH experience—not just theory.
All training sessions are led by a Registered Nurse (RN, BSN), ensuring accurate guidance, safe practices, and professional standards in caregiving.
We offer both individual and group sessions, allowing AFH owners to train staff in the format that works best for their team.
We help caregivers complete their required 12 Continuing Education credits before annual deadlines—without stress or confusion.
Our programs focus on real AFH scenarios, helping caregivers apply skills confidently in day-to-day resident care.
We provide focused instruction in diabetes management, dementia care, mental health support, and TBI—where proper training matters most.
Beyond training, we offer guidance and support to help AFH providers maintain compliance and high-quality care standards.
Caregivers are required to complete 12 Continuing Education credits before their annual deadline. We make compliance simple with DSHS-approved training.
We currently have openings for the following DSHS-approved training programs. Secure your spot and ensure your staff remains compliant and confident in delivering quality care.
Have questions about training requirements or class availability? We’re here to help you understand what you need and schedule the right courses with confidence.
Get clear answers about DSHS compliance, continuing education credits, or Nurse Delegation requirements. We respond promptly with accurate, easy-to-understand guidance.
Need clarification during or after training? We provide direct access to experienced instructors to support your learning and ensure proper understanding.
We help caregivers and providers navigate DSHS requirements, credit deadlines, and course options so nothing is missed or misunderstood.
Running an Adult Family Home is demanding, and staying compliant can feel overwhelming. We support AFH providers, caregivers, and care staff by delivering DSHS-approved training directly to you — grounded in real AFH experience, not just theory.
Our approach focuses on practical instruction, clear guidance, and ongoing support so caregivers feel confident, prepared, and compliant in their daily work.
We understand AFH training and compliance can feel overwhelming. This section covers the most common questions about our classes, scheduling, and DSHS requirements.
Yes. All training is DSHS-approved and provided by instructors who are officially listed under Alcare Training. Our courses meet current DSHS requirements for Adult Family Home providers and caregiving staff.
Yes. We are mobile instructors and provide training at your location for your convenience. Classes can be conducted one-on-one or in group settings, depending on your needs.
Our training is designed for AFH Providers, caregivers, delegated caregivers, and care staff who need orientation, continuing education, Nurse Delegation, or specialized care training.
Caregivers are required to complete 12 Continuing Education (CE) credits before their annual deadline (based on their birthday). We help ensure your staff completes the correct credits on time.
Yes. We provide Nurse Delegation Basics and Nurse Delegation with a Focus on Diabetes, taught by an experienced RN with extensive AFH and nursing background.
In addition to Nurse Delegation, we offer:
Orientation & Safety
Continuing Education (CEU)
Dementia Care
Mental Health Training
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
All courses align with DSHS standards.
You can contact us directly to discuss your needs, availability, and training options.
📞 Call: (206) 853-4674
📧 Email: eldaschulzRN@gmail.com
Running an Adult Family Home comes with real responsibility, real pressure, and real deadlines. AFH providers choose Alcare Training because our education is built on decades of hands-on caregiving and nursing experience, not generic classroom theory.
We deliver DSHS-approved training that is practical, clear, and directly applicable to daily care — helping providers stay compliant while supporting safe, compassionate resident care.
