OLYMPIA - As Washington celebrates National Family Caregiver month, recognizing the incredible work of more than 830,000 Washingtonians who provide care to their loved ones, the Department of Social and Health Services is announcing the availability of new services and supports for caregivers.
These new services are available state-wide to people who meet certain age requirements and requirements related to their daily needs and financial eligibility.
Medicaid Alternative Care – supports caregivers 18 and older who are taking care of someone 55 and older.
Tailored Supports for Older Adults – supports people 55 and older who may or may not have a caregiver.
More information on these programs is available at your local Community Living Connections/Area Agency on Aging office. You can find your local office online at http://www.waclc.org under the Connect section or by calling toll free 1-855-567-0252.
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