WA Cares Fund projected to be fully funded through year 2098
“Seven in 10 families will need long-term care one day,” said Benjamin Veghte, Ph.D.
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“Seven in 10 families will need long-term care one day,” said Benjamin Veghte, Ph.D.
WA Cares Fund payroll tax to start in July 2023
Patricia Keys, 71 and a stroke survivor, needs help with many everyday activities, such as dressing and bathing. Her daughter Christina, who lives near her mom in Vancouver, Washington, cares for her in the evenings and pays about $3,000 a month for help from other caregivers.
The WA Cares Fund would help alleviate the financial burden of long-term care by providing workers a lifetime benefit of $36,500. The program was delayed while lawmakers addressed equity issues.
The WA Cares Fund would help alleviate the financial burden of long-term care by providing workers a lifetime benefit of $36,500. The program was delayed while lawmakers addressed equity issues.