The WA Cares Fund is a new program that gives working Washingtonians access to long-term care coverage when they need it. Workers contribute 0.58% of each paycheck during their working years to be able to access a benefit to help pay for long-term care services when needed. The lifetime benefit amount starts at $36,500 and will grow over time with inflation.
Workers began contributing to WA Cares on July 1, 2023, and benefits become available July 1, 2026. To use your benefit, you must meet a contribution requirement as well as a care need requirement. Learn more about how the program works.