Program News & Webinars

 

Get the latest WA Cares Fund program updates, announcements and details of upcoming webinars. See our full monthly webinar series.

UPCOMING WEBINAR

WA Cares Conversations: Aging and Nutrition

Wednesday, Mar 12, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm
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Live captions and ASL interpretation will be available.
This webinar will be recorded.
Panelists: Aja Bridge, Nutrition Services Division Director, Rural Resources Community Action | Emily Carlson, Clinical Nutrition Manager, Western State Hospital, Behavioral Health Administration | Dr. AnDré Blanks, DCN, WSH Director of Nutrition Services Department , Western State Hospital, Behavioral Health Administration | Matthew Santelli, Community Outreach & Education Specialist, Pierce County Aging and Disability Resources | Sebastian Cahe, Outreach and Language Access Lead, DSHS.

Program News

Mental and Emotional Health

Mental and Emotional Health While Aging

Cognitive decline is not an inevitable part of aging. Staying active, treating depression, managing chronic conditions and maintaining social connections can help maintain cognitive health.
Thursday, Feb 13th
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Leveraging technology to support aging in place

Modern technology is reshaping the future of long-term care, from AI-powered health monitoring to smart home solutions. The future of aging will be a balance of this innovation with the essential human element of caregiving. 
Friday, Jan 17th
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2024 A Year in Review

2024 was full of milestones for the WA Cares Fund! Here’s a look at some of our accomplishments for the year.
Monday, Dec 16th
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Resources for New Family Caregivers

About 820,000 Washingtonians provide care to a loved one. Learn about Washington state’s free resources for family caregivers and how the WA Cares Fund can help. 
Tuesday, Nov 12th
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No changes to the WA Cares Fund

According to preliminary results, Washington voters did not pass Initiative 2124. Therefore, no changes have been made to the law governing the WA Cares Fund and exemptions to the program.  
Tuesday, Nov 5th
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