October 2021 | Issue 10
WA Cares: Exemption application available
Do your workers already have a long-term care plan? WA Cares can supplement private long-term care benefits, especially for workers who won’t retire for three or more years, but some qualifying workers may still choose to apply for an exemption from WA Cares coverage. Learn more about WA Cares Fund and Private Long-Term Care Insurance.
Remember, exemptions are permanent. Workers who apply and are approved for an exemption will be permanently disqualified from WA Cares. This means they may never re-enroll and they’ll be unable to collect WA Cares benefits in their lifetime, even if they need them.
We answer frequently asked questions. Visit our page on how to apply for an exemption for answers to FAQs about the application process. And stop by our Learn more page, where we answer the questions we get most.
Join a live webinar
Washington is the first state in the nation to develop a public plan that makes long-term care insurance affordable. We’re inviting workers to attend live informational webinars where they can learn more about what benefits are available, how to vest and other details about the state’s approach to providing long-term care coverage. They’ll have an opportunity to speak directly with WA Cares Fund staff and get their questions answered. Pre-registration to attend is not required.
Employees who can’t attend a webinar are encouraged to visit wacaresfund.wa.gov or check out our informational flyer for more information about the program.
Learn more
We’ve got your back. There’s plenty to know about WA Cares, and we’re committed to making your experience as easy as possible by providing the tools and information you need. Take a look:
- Visit wacaresfund.wa.gov to learn about the benefit and what to expect. Your workers may look to you when they have questions about WA Cares, and we invite you to share our website as a resource. Our contact info is available if they need assistance.
- Check out our Employer page for helpful program information relating to your business. You can also find more resources in our Employer Toolkit, including a multi-language flyer that can help workers understand the benefit.
- Read our Learn more page to read our frequently asked questions, including specific questions for employers.
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