Care providers, healthcare professionals, and community partners from across Southern Oregon will gather this spring in Grants Pass for a two-day event focused on education, collaboration, and support within the adult foster home system. The 2026 Adult Foster Home Conference is scheduled for April 28 and April 29 at the Josephine County Fairgrounds, offering a full agenda designed specifically for those who serve some of the region’s most vulnerable residents.
The conference will run both days from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and will provide attendees with 13 continuing education units and training credits. Organizers say the event is structured to balance required professional development with meaningful discussion about evolving best practices in adult foster care. A First Aid and CPR certification class will also be available for an additional fee of $45 per person, allowing participants to complete essential training in one setting.
Hosted by Team Senior, the conference has developed a reputation over the years as more than just a training event. In addition to educational programming, organizers emphasize a welcoming, community-centered atmosphere. According to the event announcement, the conference is known for “excellent food,” interactive activities, prizes, and entertainment, all aimed at creating a relaxed environment where providers can connect with peers who understand the unique challenges of adult foster home care.
A major focus of the 2026 conference will be clinical insight. Organizers plan to feature an expanded lineup of physicians and professionals speaking on what they describe as “cutting-edge medicine,” along with specialists who work directly with adult foster homes and the residents they serve. While the full speaker list has not yet been released, it is expected to be published in approximately three weeks, coinciding with the opening of registration.
Vendor participation is also part of the event, with clear expectations set for those wishing to take part. All vendors must be professional service providers in good standing within the community, with no outstanding lawsuits, court contempt proceedings, investigations, or similar matters. Organizers say these standards are intended to ensure that services and products presented at the conference align with the needs and values of the adult foster home community.
The conference is endorsed by both the Independent Adult Care Home Association and the United Oregon Providers Association, reflecting broad support within the state’s long-term care and provider networks.
Registration for the 2026 conference is expected to open in about three weeks. The cost is set at $150 per guest, a fee organizers say helps cover the facility, food, and event setup. Additional expenses are offset through partnerships with organizations and businesses across Southern Oregon. Those interested in attending or participating as vendors are encouraged to contact Team Senior directly to receive an RSVP link once registration opens.
Organizers say they are looking forward to welcoming both returning and first-time attendees, with the goal of making the 2026 conference another “memorable, high-quality” event for the adult foster home community in and around Grants Pass.