Program News & Webinars

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UPCOMING WEBINAR

Conversations: Aging in Place

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm
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Live captions and interpretation in ASL will be available.
This webinar will be recorded.

Join us and a panel of experts as we discuss aging in place — the ability to live in your own home as you get older. According to AARP, 75% of Americans age 50-plus want to live in their current home for as long as possible. However, to keep living independently, most people will eventually need long-term care, which is help with activities of daily living like bathing, eating and taking medications. We will discuss the challenges of living independently as we age and resources available to older Washingtonians. 

The WA Cares Fund was designed to help Washington workers stay in their own homes as they age and get the care they need. The program is just one part of the state’s work to promote independence and choice for older adults.

Panelists: Marci Getz, MPH, Director-Healthy Aging Initiatives, Washington State Department of Health, Stephanie Kunold, MS, MA, Older Adult Falls Prevention Specialist, Washington State Department of Health, Christina Clem, Associate State Director, Communications, AARP, Sebastian Cahe, Outreach and Language Access Lead, WA Cares

Conversations: Outdoor activities for seniors and caregivers in Washington 

June 2026

Program News

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WA Cares basics for self-employed workers

Self-employed workers can enjoy the same benefits as fellow Washington workers. 
Mar. 30, 2026
Data and outcomes team

Meet the team that ensures WA Cares remains effective

For every applicant, beneficiary, caregiver and provider falling under the WA Cares Fund umbrella, there are new statistics and results to collect. The team members collecting and tracking that data are the Data and Outcomes Team.  
Mar. 7, 2026
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Spotlight on care options with WA Cares

After WA Cares Fund benefits are approved, the next step is finding the right provider(s) for you and agreeing on services together.
Feb. 27, 2026
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Spotlight on WA Cares applications

Your journey to receiving WA Cares Fund benefits starts with the application process. Beginning April 1, you, or someone helping you, can create an online account on our website. 
Jan. 30, 2026
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2025: A year in review

We spent this year building systems, expanding partnerships and preparing to launch benefits in 2026.
Dec. 10, 2025
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