WA: Disabilities
'Generación sándwich' elogia programa de ahorro para cuidados a largo plazo
Los habitantes de Washington con hijos y padres mayores que necesitan atención elogian la tranquilidad que les brinda el nuevo programa de ahorro…
AARP WA Provides Resources to Care for Family Caregivers
Family caregivers are providing crucial services, but they also need support. That's why AARP has compiled resources for the people taking care of …
Housing Assistance on Docket for Lawmakers in Olympia
Affordable housing is a major concern in Washington state and lawmakers in Olympia are considering a slate of measures to address it. One option is …
For Stroke Awareness Month, Doc Advises People 'BE FAST'
May is stroke awareness month. People need to act quickly to avoid lasting damage when they happen - and remember the acronym "BE FAST." 'B' stands …
Mes de Concientización sobre Accidentes Cerebrovascular, consejos de un doctor
Mayo es el mes de concientización sobre los derrames cerebrales. Las personas deben actuar rápidamente para evitar daños duraderos …
Cuidadores en el hogar dicen es “hora de $ 20” en WA
Cuidadores en el hogar del estado de Washington han experimentado un aumento en los salarios para sortear la pandemia de COVID-19. Una nueva campa…
WA Bill Opens Up Access to Medical Aid-in-Dying Law
Washington state's Death with Dignity Act has been on the books for more than a decade. Proponents says it's time to update the law so that more …
WA Bill Would Increase Allowance for People Receiving In-Home Care
As the cost of living skyrockets in Washington state, people needing in-home care are being squeezed, a state Senate bill would increase the amount …
Medida en Congreso aumentaría fondos para cuidados comunitarios y en hogares de ancianos
SEATTLE -- Proveedores de atención para personas en hogares de cuidados y comunitarios están observando de cerca al Congreso mientras los co…
Cuidadores de WA apoyan la Ley de Fideicomiso de Cuidados a Largo Plazo
OLYMPIA, Wash. -- Cuidadores del estado de Washington están impulsando un proyecto de ley que mejore algunas de las omisiones en la Ley de …
WA Caregivers Lend Support to Long-Term Care Trust Act
OLYMPIA, Wash. -- Washington state caregivers are boosting a bill that closes some loopholes in the Long-Term Care Trust Act as it nears the …
Facing Cutbacks, Washingtonians Want 'Upside Down' Tax System Changed
OLYMPIA, Wash. -- With Washington state facing a big budget shortfall because of COVID-19, many are calling for the state to fix its tax code…