iolet M Obonyo, RN

Violet M Obonyo, RN

(Board Member)

Violet is a Registered Nurse, accomplished entrepreneur, and respected Adult Family Home provider in Spokane, Washington. As the owner and operator of Hakuna Matata Adult Family Home, she brings strong leadership experience, sound professional judgment, and firsthand knowledge of the challenges and opportunities facing providers.
As a member of the WAFHA Board of Directors, Violet is committed to advancing the organization’s mission, strengthening its statewide impact, and ensuring providers have a meaningful voice in the decisions that affect their homes, businesses, and residents. Her leadership priorities include fair reimbursement, practical and balanced regulations, high-quality provider education, stronger access to resources, and greater recognition of Adult Family Homes as an essential part of Washington’s long-term care system.
Violet leads with integrity, compassion, and a collaborative spirit. She is dedicated to strengthening WAFHA’s governance, building partnerships, developing future provider leaders, and advancing policies that support sustainable Adult Family Homes and excellent resident care throughout Washington State.