Nation’s first state-run long-term care insurance program launches in WA
It’s a landmark moment for the endeavor known as WA Cares, envisioned as a means to help Washington’s workforce afford long-term care and services as they age.
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4 sourcesWA Cares Fund benefits open, launching nation’s first public long-term care insurance program
Washington workers can start receiving long-term care funds this week
Nation’s first state-run long-term care insurance program launches in WA
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1 sourceWATCH: Long-term WA Cares benefits now available, but few residents eligible
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2 developments- Jun 30Nation’s first state-run long-term care insurance program launches in WA
- Jul 1WA Cares Fund benefits open, launching nation’s first public long-term care insurance program
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Quiet for 108 daysLast development · Jul 1 — WA Cares Fund benefits open, launching nation’s first public long-term care insurance program