Program News & Webinars Get the latest WA Cares Fund program updates, announcements and details of upcoming webinars. See our full monthly webinar series. UPCOMING WEBINAR See all webinars WA Cares basics Wednesday, Jul 8, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm Register for webinar Live captions will be available. This webinar will be recorded. Most Washingtonians will eventually need long-term care. These services and supports can be expensive, but most long-term care is not covered by Medicare or health insurance and Medicaid typically only covers it after you’ve spent your life savings down to $2,000. WA Cares Fund provides working Washingtonians a way to earn access to long-term care benefits that will be available when they need them. It could cover most of the need for some people, while for others it will provide breathing room during one of life’s most challenging stages, giving the family time to develop a plan. We will cover:• How the program works• What long-term care includes• How caregiving responsibilities impact families• Who contributes to the fund• How exemptions work• How to qualify for benefits Panelists: Sebastian Cahe, Outreach and Language Access Lead, DSHS, Loegan Sargent, Outreach and Language Access Lead, DSHS Conversations: Building a support system as you age Tuesday, Jul 28, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm Register for webinar Live captions and interpretation in ASL will be available. Join us and a panel of experts as we discuss building a support system as you age. The WA Cares Fund was designed to help Washington workers stay in their own homes as they age. A lack of social interaction or community support can leave older adults feeling isolated and limit their community activities. We will discuss the negative impacts of social isolation, how to build a strong support system and how a support system can improve your wellbeing. Program News Image WA Cares offers customer care with a personal touch Behind every e-mail or phone call is a story and at the WA Cares Fund, our Benefits and Customer Care team is listening. Jun. 23, 2025 Image New law expands long-term care support Today Gov. Bob Ferguson signed a new law expanding Washingtonians’ options for accessing long-term care support through the WA Cares Fund. May. 20, 2025 Image Seniors and the Housing Crisis Many older adults face tough choices about where and how to live. Creative solutions are popping up around Washington states that could help our older neighbors stay rooted in their neighborhoods. WA Cares will make it easier for you to remain in your own home as you age. May. 7, 2025 Image Emergency Preparedness for Seniors Having a plan in place before disaster strikes can make all the difference. Preparedness for seniors requires special consideration and planning. From medical needs to mobility challenges, older adults face unique risks during disasters. Apr. 15, 2025 Image Aging and nutrition Proper nutrition plays a vital role in maintaining health and independence as we age. Our bodies undergo significant changes that affect how we process nutrients, making it essential to adapt our eating habits to support our evolving needs. Mar. 19, 2025 Pagination Previous page Prev … Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 … Next page Next Newsletters Image June 2026 Newsletter Learn about approaching milestones, website updates and more in this month’s WA Cares Fund newsletter. Image May 2026 Newsletter WA Cares Fund applications open this month. Learn more about applications, and other program news, here. Image April 2026 newsletter Learn more about WA Cares Fund annual statements, upcoming webinars and more. Pagination Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Next page Next › Looking for community toolkits? See toolkits
WA Cares basics Wednesday, Jul 8, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm Register for webinar Live captions will be available. This webinar will be recorded. Most Washingtonians will eventually need long-term care. These services and supports can be expensive, but most long-term care is not covered by Medicare or health insurance and Medicaid typically only covers it after you’ve spent your life savings down to $2,000. WA Cares Fund provides working Washingtonians a way to earn access to long-term care benefits that will be available when they need them. It could cover most of the need for some people, while for others it will provide breathing room during one of life’s most challenging stages, giving the family time to develop a plan. We will cover:• How the program works• What long-term care includes• How caregiving responsibilities impact families• Who contributes to the fund• How exemptions work• How to qualify for benefits Panelists: Sebastian Cahe, Outreach and Language Access Lead, DSHS, Loegan Sargent, Outreach and Language Access Lead, DSHS
Conversations: Building a support system as you age Tuesday, Jul 28, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm Register for webinar Live captions and interpretation in ASL will be available. Join us and a panel of experts as we discuss building a support system as you age. The WA Cares Fund was designed to help Washington workers stay in their own homes as they age. A lack of social interaction or community support can leave older adults feeling isolated and limit their community activities. We will discuss the negative impacts of social isolation, how to build a strong support system and how a support system can improve your wellbeing.
