Washington

Washington resources for caregivers

Key Washington entry points for caregiver support & respite, long-term services and supports (LTSS), job-related leave options, safety reporting, and benefits portals.

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Aging & Disability Resources / ADRCs — Washington

Find your local entry point for aging & disability resources and long-term support navigation.

Open official siteWA DSHS (ALTSA).

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Respite care services — Washington

Information on respite options and how to connect through local aging/disability partners.

Open official siteWA DSHS (respite).

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Long-term services & supports (LTSS) navigation — Washington

Use the state’s aging/disability resources entry points to connect to Apple Health (Medicaid) LTSS pathways and community supports.

Open official siteWA DSHS (start here).

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Consumer Directed Employer (CDE) — Washington

Information about Washington’s consumer-directed approach for in-home long-term services. Confirm details through official channels.

Open official siteWA DSHS (CDE).

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Washington Paid Family & Medical Leave (PFML)

State paid family and medical leave program (benefits vary; confirm current rules on the official site).

Open official siteWA PFML (official site).

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Adult Protective Services (APS) — Washington (vulnerable adults)

Report abuse, neglect, or exploitation of vulnerable adults (and get guidance on next steps).

Open official siteWA DSHS (APS).

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Long-Term Care Ombudsman — Washington

Help with long-term care facility concerns, resident rights, and complaints (official program contact page).

Open official siteWA DSHS (LTC Ombudsman contact page).

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Washington Connection (benefits portal)

Apply for and screen for benefits and services using Washington’s official connection portal.

Open official siteWashington Connection (official portal).