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For decades, employee benefits have largely fallen into one of two categories: benefits sponsored by employers or programs administered by government. WA Cares introduces a different way of thinking. Rather than replacing private insurance or expecting employers to solve the long-term care challenge alone, Washington has established a public foundation that can be enhanced through private solutions.

Long-term care is often viewed as a retirement issue but across the country, millions of employees balance full-time jobs while caring for aging parents, spouses, or other loved ones.

There’s a window right now in Washington. Employees are aware. They’re asking questions. They’re trying to understand their WA Cares benefit and how SPLTCI can help.