WA Cares Fund

ENSURING WASHINGTONIANS HAVE ACCESS TO LONG-TERM CARE WHEN THEY NEED IT

A BOLD STEP

The Washington State Legislature established a long-term care insurance benefit for all eligible workers to address the future long-term care crisis.

WHY IT MATTERS

Addressing the Need

7 in 10 Washingtonians over the age of 65 will need long-term services and supports within their lifetimes.

Minimizing Family Burden

Family caregivers who leave the workforce to care for a loved one lose their own income and health and retirement benefits.

Keeping Your Savings

To pay for long-term care, many people must spend down their savings to qualify for financial support.

Having Peace of Mind

By contributing a small amount from each paycheck while we’re working, we can all pay for long-term care when we need it.

Under this law, individuals will have access to a lifetime benefit amount that, should they need it, they can use on a wide range of long-term services and supports.

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