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Information about this program for Washington State Employees.

List of Webinars held throughout September.

How to request an exemption from WA Cares Fund participation.

One-page explanation of the Washington State Law that created the WA Cares Fund

Reports on issues of concern to retirees.

Provides basic information about long-term care options. NOTE: Option to request quotes is no longer available for Washington State Residents.

Federal guidebook for how to find and compare nursing homes and other long-term services and supports. Includes how to pay for nursing home care, and alternatives to nursing home care

Very helpful site from the elder care interest group Washingtonians for a Responsible Future. Features a quiz to help you determine if it's better to opt for private long-term care insurance or WA Cares. Washingtonians for a Responsible Future is a "broad-based coalition of aging and disability advocates, businesses, long-term care providers, labor, consumer rights organizations, and families."

From the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner.