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What is the WA Cares Fund?
The WA Cares Fund is a new program designed to provide Washington workers with affordable, long-term care coverage. Most of us will need some form of long-term care in our lifetime, yet few have a way to pay for it.
WA Cares Fund ensures that you have access to essential care services without draining your savings or relying on family members for support.
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Note: Action Health Partners does not manage or administer the WA Cares Fund. We’re sharing this information to help community members understand their options.
HOW IT WORKS
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WA Cares provides up to $36,500 (inflation-adjusted) for long-term care needs.
Think: in-home support, meal delivery, home modifications and caregiver assistance.
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Affordable & Worker Funded:
WA Cares Fund is self-funded by worker contributions. Unlike private long-term care insurance, which requires ongoing payments even after retirement, WA Cares contributions stop when you stop working.
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How It Works:
Earning Your Benefits:
You earn benefits by working at least 500 hours per year and contributing to the fund.
Benefits become available in July 2026 for those who have contributed 3 of the last 6 years when applying or have contributed for 10 years total (without a break of 5+ years)
Benefits become available in July 2026 for those who have contributed 3 of the last 6 years when applying or have contributed for 10 years total (without a break of 5+ years)
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