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No matter where you are in your caregiving journey — starting to plan; taking care of a family member in your home, in a facility, or from a distance; or managing end-of-life caregiving responsibilities — having resources at your fingertips will make the process easier.<br><br>AARP developed this family caregiver guide with you, the caregiver, in mind and as a starting point to help you find the services and support you might need throughout your journey.<br><br>To order a print copy of this online guide, call the toll-free AARP Family Caregiving Resource Line at 877-333-5885 and indicate which state(s) you would like to receive. A copy will be mailed to you.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/83/89/9ad406dc4556a7813e3f0d0eeab0/caregivers-screen-hands-touching-01.png" alt="Caregivers Screen Hands Touching-01.png" width="8334" height="8334"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Caregiver Support</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/home-and-community-services/caregiver-resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Social and Health Service – Caregiver Support</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2300)<br>Provides information about resources and services for family caregivers, including training, support groups, respite care and a registry of trained respite providers.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Finances</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dfi.wa.gov/financial-education/resources/by-county" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Financial Institution— Financial Education</b></a></span></span><br>Maintains a list of county resources and agencies for low-income housing, financial assistance and counseling.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.commerce.wa.gov/growing-the-economy/energy/low-income-home-energy-assistance/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2857)<br>Helps eligible households with home energy expenses, which may include heating and cooling bill payment, crisis bill payment and/or heating and cooling equipment repair and replacement.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://washingtonconnection.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Connection</b></a></span></span><br>Offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services such as food, cash, childcare, long-term care, and Medicare savings programs. People age 65 or older, blind or disabled may also apply for medical assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Legal</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/adult-protective-services" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Adult Protective Services</b></a></span></span> (877-734-6277)<br>Provides information and investigates allegations of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults.<br><b> </b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nwjustice.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Northwest Justice Project</b></a></span></span> (888-201-1014)<br>Provides free legal help to low-income residents in cases affecting housing, family safety, income security, access to health care, education and more.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2e/5b/6ae7901f448693d5950f406c0f1c/wheelchair-01.png" alt="Wheelchair-01.png" width="2834" height="2500" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Health</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/dementia-action-collaborative" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Dementia Action Collaborative</b></a></span></span><br>Resources for families and people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.insurance.wa.gov/statewide-health-insurance-benefits-advisors-shiba" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors</b></a></span></span><br>Free service of the Office of the Insurance Commissioner assists people of all ages and backgrounds with their Medicare questions and options. Call the Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-562-6900 and ask to be connected with your local SHIBA.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wahealthplanfinder.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Health Plan Finder</b></a></span></span> (855-923-4633)<br>Online marketplace helps Washington residents find, compare and enroll in health plans such as Washington Apple Health (Medicaid), Cascade Care and Cascade Care Savings.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Housing And Care Facilities</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.homeownership-wa.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Homeownership Resource Center</b></a></span></span> (877-894-4663)<br>Provides resources for first-time homebuyers, current homeowners and homeowners who may be facing foreclosure.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.waombudsman.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Long-Term Care Ombudsman</b></a></span></span> (800-562-6028)<br>Provides consumer protection advocacy services to residents of nursing homes, special care facilities, adult family homes and assisted living facilities.<br> <br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Information and Services</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://waclc.org/consite/index.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Community Living Connections</b></a></span></span> (855-567-0252)<br>Helps individuals, their caregivers, legal representatives and families navigate and connect with information and access to long-term and home- or community-based services and supports.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dva.wa.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Veterans Affairs</b></a></span></span> (800-562-2308)<br>Connects veterans and their family members to the benefits and services earned through their military service.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/cd/6c/431d39954c7eb767bbfa24f082ed/hugging-couple-heart-recolored-01.png" alt="Hugging Couple Heart Recolored-01.png" width="8334" height="8334" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">End of Life</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://compassionandchoices.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Compassion and Choices</b></a></span></span> (800-247-7421)<br>Offers planning tools and advance planning consultation services related to end-of-life options, including access to medical aid in dying.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://endoflifewa.org/end-life-choices/palliative-and-hospice/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>End of Life Washington</b></a></span></span> (206-256-1636)<br>Provides hospice and palliative care information, advance planning resources and end-of-life options.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wshpco.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington State Hospice and Palliative Care Organization</b></a></span></span> (253-661-3739)<br>Provides information about hospice and palliative care resources, including a Find a Provider tool.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Washington. 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No matter where you are in your caregiving journey — starting to plan; taking care of a family member in your home, in a facility, or from a distance; or managing end-of-life caregiving responsibilities — having resources at your fingertips will make the process easier.<br><br>AARP developed this family caregiver guide with you, the caregiver, in mind and as a starting point to help you find the services and support you might need throughout your journey.<br><br>To order a print copy of this online guide, call the toll-free AARP Family Caregiving Resource Line at 877-333-5885 and indicate which state(s) you would like to receive. A copy will be mailed to you.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/83/89/9ad406dc4556a7813e3f0d0eeab0/caregivers-screen-hands-touching-01.png" alt="Caregivers Screen Hands Touching-01.png" width="8334" height="8334"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Caregiver Support</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/home-and-community-services/caregiver-resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Social and Health Service – Caregiver Support</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2300)<br>Provides information about resources and services for family caregivers, including training, support groups, respite care and a registry of trained respite providers.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Finances</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dfi.wa.gov/financial-education/resources/by-county" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Financial Institution— Financial Education</b></a></span></span><br>Maintains a list of county resources and agencies for low-income housing, financial assistance and counseling.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.commerce.wa.gov/growing-the-economy/energy/low-income-home-energy-assistance/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2857)<br>Helps eligible households with home energy expenses, which may include heating and cooling bill payment, crisis bill payment and/or heating and cooling equipment repair and replacement.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://washingtonconnection.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Connection</b></a></span></span><br>Offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services such as food, cash, childcare, long-term care, and Medicare savings programs. People age 65 or older, blind or disabled may also apply for medical assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Legal</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/adult-protective-services" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Adult Protective Services</b></a></span></span> (877-734-6277)<br>Provides information and investigates allegations of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults.<br><b> </b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nwjustice.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Northwest Justice Project</b></a></span></span> (888-201-1014)<br>Provides free legal help to low-income residents in cases affecting housing, family safety, income security, access to health care, education and more.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2e/5b/6ae7901f448693d5950f406c0f1c/wheelchair-01.png" alt="Wheelchair-01.png" width="2834" height="2500" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Health</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/dementia-action-collaborative" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Dementia Action Collaborative</b></a></span></span><br>Resources for families and people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.insurance.wa.gov/statewide-health-insurance-benefits-advisors-shiba" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors</b></a></span></span><br>Free service of the Office of the Insurance Commissioner assists people of all ages and backgrounds with their Medicare questions and options. Call the Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-562-6900 and ask to be connected with your local SHIBA.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wahealthplanfinder.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Health Plan Finder</b></a></span></span> (855-923-4633)<br>Online marketplace helps Washington residents find, compare and enroll in health plans such as Washington Apple Health (Medicaid), Cascade Care and Cascade Care Savings.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Housing And Care Facilities</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.homeownership-wa.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Homeownership Resource Center</b></a></span></span> (877-894-4663)<br>Provides resources for first-time homebuyers, current homeowners and homeowners who may be facing foreclosure.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.waombudsman.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Long-Term Care Ombudsman</b></a></span></span> (800-562-6028)<br>Provides consumer protection advocacy services to residents of nursing homes, special care facilities, adult family homes and assisted living facilities.<br> <br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Information and Services</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://waclc.org/consite/index.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Community Living Connections</b></a></span></span> (855-567-0252)<br>Helps individuals, their caregivers, legal representatives and families navigate and connect with information and access to long-term and home- or community-based services and supports.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dva.wa.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Veterans Affairs</b></a></span></span> (800-562-2308)<br>Connects veterans and their family members to the benefits and services earned through their military service.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/cd/6c/431d39954c7eb767bbfa24f082ed/hugging-couple-heart-recolored-01.png" alt="Hugging Couple Heart Recolored-01.png" width="8334" height="8334" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">End of Life</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://compassionandchoices.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Compassion and Choices</b></a></span></span> (800-247-7421)<br>Offers planning tools and advance planning consultation services related to end-of-life options, including access to medical aid in dying.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://endoflifewa.org/end-life-choices/palliative-and-hospice/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>End of Life Washington</b></a></span></span> (206-256-1636)<br>Provides hospice and palliative care information, advance planning resources and end-of-life options.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wshpco.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington State Hospice and Palliative Care Organization</b></a></span></span> (253-661-3739)<br>Provides information about hospice and palliative care resources, including a Find a Provider tool.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Washington. 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No matter where you are in your caregiving journey — starting to plan; taking care of a family member in your home, in a facility, or from a distance; or managing end-of-life caregiving responsibilities — having resources at your fingertips will make the process easier.<br><br>AARP developed this family caregiver guide with you, the caregiver, in mind and as a starting point to help you find the services and support you might need throughout your journey.<br><br>To order a print copy of this online guide, call the toll-free AARP Family Caregiving Resource Line at 877-333-5885 and indicate which state(s) you would like to receive. A copy will be mailed to you.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/83/89/9ad406dc4556a7813e3f0d0eeab0/caregivers-screen-hands-touching-01.png" alt="Caregivers Screen Hands Touching-01.png" width="8334" height="8334"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Caregiver Support</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/home-and-community-services/caregiver-resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Social and Health Service – Caregiver Support</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2300)<br>Provides information about resources and services for family caregivers, including training, support groups, respite care and a registry of trained respite providers.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Finances</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dfi.wa.gov/financial-education/resources/by-county" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Financial Institution— Financial Education</b></a></span></span><br>Maintains a list of county resources and agencies for low-income housing, financial assistance and counseling.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.commerce.wa.gov/growing-the-economy/energy/low-income-home-energy-assistance/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2857)<br>Helps eligible households with home energy expenses, which may include heating and cooling bill payment, crisis bill payment and/or heating and cooling equipment repair and replacement.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://washingtonconnection.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Connection</b></a></span></span><br>Offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services such as food, cash, childcare, long-term care, and Medicare savings programs. People age 65 or older, blind or disabled may also apply for medical assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Legal</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/adult-protective-services" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Adult Protective Services</b></a></span></span> (877-734-6277)<br>Provides information and investigates allegations of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults.<br><b> </b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nwjustice.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Northwest Justice Project</b></a></span></span> (888-201-1014)<br>Provides free legal help to low-income residents in cases affecting housing, family safety, income security, access to health care, education and more.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2e/5b/6ae7901f448693d5950f406c0f1c/wheelchair-01.png" alt="Wheelchair-01.png" width="2834" height="2500" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Health</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/dementia-action-collaborative" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Dementia Action Collaborative</b></a></span></span><br>Resources for families and people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.insurance.wa.gov/statewide-health-insurance-benefits-advisors-shiba" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors</b></a></span></span><br>Free service of the Office of the Insurance Commissioner assists people of all ages and backgrounds with their Medicare questions and options. Call the Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-562-6900 and ask to be connected with your local SHIBA.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wahealthplanfinder.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Health Plan Finder</b></a></span></span> (855-923-4633)<br>Online marketplace helps Washington residents find, compare and enroll in health plans such as Washington Apple Health (Medicaid), Cascade Care and Cascade Care Savings.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Housing And Care Facilities</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.homeownership-wa.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Homeownership Resource Center</b></a></span></span> (877-894-4663)<br>Provides resources for first-time homebuyers, current homeowners and homeowners who may be facing foreclosure.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.waombudsman.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Long-Term Care Ombudsman</b></a></span></span> (800-562-6028)<br>Provides consumer protection advocacy services to residents of nursing homes, special care facilities, adult family homes and assisted living facilities.<br> <br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Information and Services</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://waclc.org/consite/index.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Community Living Connections</b></a></span></span> (855-567-0252)<br>Helps individuals, their caregivers, legal representatives and families navigate and connect with information and access to long-term and home- or community-based services and supports.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dva.wa.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Veterans Affairs</b></a></span></span> (800-562-2308)<br>Connects veterans and their family members to the benefits and services earned through their military service.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/cd/6c/431d39954c7eb767bbfa24f082ed/hugging-couple-heart-recolored-01.png" alt="Hugging Couple Heart Recolored-01.png" width="8334" height="8334" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">End of Life</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://compassionandchoices.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Compassion and Choices</b></a></span></span> (800-247-7421)<br>Offers planning tools and advance planning consultation services related to end-of-life options, including access to medical aid in dying.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://endoflifewa.org/end-life-choices/palliative-and-hospice/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>End of Life Washington</b></a></span></span> (206-256-1636)<br>Provides hospice and palliative care information, advance planning resources and end-of-life options.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wshpco.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington State Hospice and Palliative Care Organization</b></a></span></span> (253-661-3739)<br>Provides information about hospice and palliative care resources, including a Find a Provider tool.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Washington. 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No matter where you are in your caregiving journey — starting to plan; taking care of a family member in your home, in a facility, or from a distance; or managing end-of-life caregiving responsibilities — having resources at your fingertips will make the process easier.<br><br>AARP developed this family caregiver guide with you, the caregiver, in mind and as a starting point to help you find the services and support you might need throughout your journey.<br><br>To order a print copy of this online guide, call the toll-free AARP Family Caregiving Resource Line at 877-333-5885 and indicate which state(s) you would like to receive. A copy will be mailed to you.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/83/89/9ad406dc4556a7813e3f0d0eeab0/caregivers-screen-hands-touching-01.png" alt="Caregivers Screen Hands Touching-01.png" width="8334" height="8334"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Caregiver Support</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/home-and-community-services/caregiver-resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Social and Health Service – Caregiver Support</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2300)<br>Provides information about resources and services for family caregivers, including training, support groups, respite care and a registry of trained respite providers.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Finances</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dfi.wa.gov/financial-education/resources/by-county" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Financial Institution— Financial Education</b></a></span></span><br>Maintains a list of county resources and agencies for low-income housing, financial assistance and counseling.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.commerce.wa.gov/growing-the-economy/energy/low-income-home-energy-assistance/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2857)<br>Helps eligible households with home energy expenses, which may include heating and cooling bill payment, crisis bill payment and/or heating and cooling equipment repair and replacement.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://washingtonconnection.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Connection</b></a></span></span><br>Offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services such as food, cash, childcare, long-term care, and Medicare savings programs. People age 65 or older, blind or disabled may also apply for medical assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Legal</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/adult-protective-services" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Adult Protective Services</b></a></span></span> (877-734-6277)<br>Provides information and investigates allegations of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults.<br><b> </b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nwjustice.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Northwest Justice Project</b></a></span></span> (888-201-1014)<br>Provides free legal help to low-income residents in cases affecting housing, family safety, income security, access to health care, education and more.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2e/5b/6ae7901f448693d5950f406c0f1c/wheelchair-01.png" alt="Wheelchair-01.png" width="2834" height="2500" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Health</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/dementia-action-collaborative" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Dementia Action Collaborative</b></a></span></span><br>Resources for families and people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.insurance.wa.gov/statewide-health-insurance-benefits-advisors-shiba" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors</b></a></span></span><br>Free service of the Office of the Insurance Commissioner assists people of all ages and backgrounds with their Medicare questions and options. Call the Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-562-6900 and ask to be connected with your local SHIBA.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wahealthplanfinder.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Health Plan Finder</b></a></span></span> (855-923-4633)<br>Online marketplace helps Washington residents find, compare and enroll in health plans such as Washington Apple Health (Medicaid), Cascade Care and Cascade Care Savings.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Housing And Care Facilities</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.homeownership-wa.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Homeownership Resource Center</b></a></span></span> (877-894-4663)<br>Provides resources for first-time homebuyers, current homeowners and homeowners who may be facing foreclosure.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.waombudsman.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Long-Term Care Ombudsman</b></a></span></span> (800-562-6028)<br>Provides consumer protection advocacy services to residents of nursing homes, special care facilities, adult family homes and assisted living facilities.<br> <br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Information and Services</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://waclc.org/consite/index.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Community Living Connections</b></a></span></span> (855-567-0252)<br>Helps individuals, their caregivers, legal representatives and families navigate and connect with information and access to long-term and home- or community-based services and supports.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dva.wa.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Veterans Affairs</b></a></span></span> (800-562-2308)<br>Connects veterans and their family members to the benefits and services earned through their military service.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/cd/6c/431d39954c7eb767bbfa24f082ed/hugging-couple-heart-recolored-01.png" alt="Hugging Couple Heart Recolored-01.png" width="8334" height="8334" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">End of Life</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://compassionandchoices.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Compassion and Choices</b></a></span></span> (800-247-7421)<br>Offers planning tools and advance planning consultation services related to end-of-life options, including access to medical aid in dying.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://endoflifewa.org/end-life-choices/palliative-and-hospice/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>End of Life Washington</b></a></span></span> (206-256-1636)<br>Provides hospice and palliative care information, advance planning resources and end-of-life options.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wshpco.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington State Hospice and Palliative Care Organization</b></a></span></span> (253-661-3739)<br>Provides information about hospice and palliative care resources, including a Find a Provider tool.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Washington. 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No matter where you are in your caregiving journey — starting to plan; taking care of a family member in your home, in a facility, or from a distance; or managing end-of-life caregiving responsibilities — having resources at your fingertips will make the process easier.<br><br>AARP developed this family caregiver guide with you, the caregiver, in mind and as a starting point to help you find the services and support you might need throughout your journey.<br><br>To order a print copy of this online guide, call the toll-free AARP Family Caregiving Resource Line at 877-333-5885 and indicate which state(s) you would like to receive. A copy will be mailed to you.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/83/89/9ad406dc4556a7813e3f0d0eeab0/caregivers-screen-hands-touching-01.png" alt="Caregivers Screen Hands Touching-01.png" width="8334" height="8334"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Caregiver Support</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/home-and-community-services/caregiver-resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Social and Health Service – Caregiver Support</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2300)<br>Provides information about resources and services for family caregivers, including training, support groups, respite care and a registry of trained respite providers.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Finances</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dfi.wa.gov/financial-education/resources/by-county" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Financial Institution— Financial Education</b></a></span></span><br>Maintains a list of county resources and agencies for low-income housing, financial assistance and counseling.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.commerce.wa.gov/growing-the-economy/energy/low-income-home-energy-assistance/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2857)<br>Helps eligible households with home energy expenses, which may include heating and cooling bill payment, crisis bill payment and/or heating and cooling equipment repair and replacement.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://washingtonconnection.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Connection</b></a></span></span><br>Offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services such as food, cash, childcare, long-term care, and Medicare savings programs. People age 65 or older, blind or disabled may also apply for medical assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Legal</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/adult-protective-services" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Adult Protective Services</b></a></span></span> (877-734-6277)<br>Provides information and investigates allegations of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults.<br><b> </b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nwjustice.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Northwest Justice Project</b></a></span></span> (888-201-1014)<br>Provides free legal help to low-income residents in cases affecting housing, family safety, income security, access to health care, education and more.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2e/5b/6ae7901f448693d5950f406c0f1c/wheelchair-01.png" alt="Wheelchair-01.png" width="2834" height="2500" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Health</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/dementia-action-collaborative" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Dementia Action Collaborative</b></a></span></span><br>Resources for families and people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.insurance.wa.gov/statewide-health-insurance-benefits-advisors-shiba" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors</b></a></span></span><br>Free service of the Office of the Insurance Commissioner assists people of all ages and backgrounds with their Medicare questions and options. Call the Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-562-6900 and ask to be connected with your local SHIBA.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wahealthplanfinder.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Health Plan Finder</b></a></span></span> (855-923-4633)<br>Online marketplace helps Washington residents find, compare and enroll in health plans such as Washington Apple Health (Medicaid), Cascade Care and Cascade Care Savings.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Housing And Care Facilities</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.homeownership-wa.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Homeownership Resource Center</b></a></span></span> (877-894-4663)<br>Provides resources for first-time homebuyers, current homeowners and homeowners who may be facing foreclosure.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.waombudsman.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Long-Term Care Ombudsman</b></a></span></span> (800-562-6028)<br>Provides consumer protection advocacy services to residents of nursing homes, special care facilities, adult family homes and assisted living facilities.<br> <br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Information and Services</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://waclc.org/consite/index.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Community Living Connections</b></a></span></span> (855-567-0252)<br>Helps individuals, their caregivers, legal representatives and families navigate and connect with information and access to long-term and home- or community-based services and supports.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dva.wa.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Veterans Affairs</b></a></span></span> (800-562-2308)<br>Connects veterans and their family members to the benefits and services earned through their military service.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/cd/6c/431d39954c7eb767bbfa24f082ed/hugging-couple-heart-recolored-01.png" alt="Hugging Couple Heart Recolored-01.png" width="8334" height="8334" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">End of Life</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://compassionandchoices.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Compassion and Choices</b></a></span></span> (800-247-7421)<br>Offers planning tools and advance planning consultation services related to end-of-life options, including access to medical aid in dying.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://endoflifewa.org/end-life-choices/palliative-and-hospice/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>End of Life Washington</b></a></span></span> (206-256-1636)<br>Provides hospice and palliative care information, advance planning resources and end-of-life options.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wshpco.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington State Hospice and Palliative Care Organization</b></a></span></span> (253-661-3739)<br>Provides information about hospice and palliative care resources, including a Find a Provider tool.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Washington. 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No matter where you are in your caregiving journey — starting to plan; taking care of a family member in your home, in a facility, or from a distance; or managing end-of-life caregiving responsibilities — having resources at your fingertips will make the process easier.<br><br>AARP developed this family caregiver guide with you, the caregiver, in mind and as a starting point to help you find the services and support you might need throughout your journey.<br><br>To order a print copy of this online guide, call the toll-free AARP Family Caregiving Resource Line at 877-333-5885 and indicate which state(s) you would like to receive. A copy will be mailed to you.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/83/89/9ad406dc4556a7813e3f0d0eeab0/caregivers-screen-hands-touching-01.png" alt="Caregivers Screen Hands Touching-01.png" width="8334" height="8334"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Caregiver Support</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/home-and-community-services/caregiver-resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Social and Health Service – Caregiver Support</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2300)<br>Provides information about resources and services for family caregivers, including training, support groups, respite care and a registry of trained respite providers.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Finances</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dfi.wa.gov/financial-education/resources/by-county" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Financial Institution— Financial Education</b></a></span></span><br>Maintains a list of county resources and agencies for low-income housing, financial assistance and counseling.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.commerce.wa.gov/growing-the-economy/energy/low-income-home-energy-assistance/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2857)<br>Helps eligible households with home energy expenses, which may include heating and cooling bill payment, crisis bill payment and/or heating and cooling equipment repair and replacement.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://washingtonconnection.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Connection</b></a></span></span><br>Offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services such as food, cash, childcare, long-term care, and Medicare savings programs. People age 65 or older, blind or disabled may also apply for medical assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Legal</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/adult-protective-services" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Adult Protective Services</b></a></span></span> (877-734-6277)<br>Provides information and investigates allegations of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults.<br><b> </b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nwjustice.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Northwest Justice Project</b></a></span></span> (888-201-1014)<br>Provides free legal help to low-income residents in cases affecting housing, family safety, income security, access to health care, education and more.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2e/5b/6ae7901f448693d5950f406c0f1c/wheelchair-01.png" alt="Wheelchair-01.png" width="2834" height="2500" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Health</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/dementia-action-collaborative" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Dementia Action Collaborative</b></a></span></span><br>Resources for families and people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.insurance.wa.gov/statewide-health-insurance-benefits-advisors-shiba" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors</b></a></span></span><br>Free service of the Office of the Insurance Commissioner assists people of all ages and backgrounds with their Medicare questions and options. Call the Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-562-6900 and ask to be connected with your local SHIBA.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wahealthplanfinder.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Health Plan Finder</b></a></span></span> (855-923-4633)<br>Online marketplace helps Washington residents find, compare and enroll in health plans such as Washington Apple Health (Medicaid), Cascade Care and Cascade Care Savings.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Housing And Care Facilities</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.homeownership-wa.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Homeownership Resource Center</b></a></span></span> (877-894-4663)<br>Provides resources for first-time homebuyers, current homeowners and homeowners who may be facing foreclosure.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.waombudsman.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Long-Term Care Ombudsman</b></a></span></span> (800-562-6028)<br>Provides consumer protection advocacy services to residents of nursing homes, special care facilities, adult family homes and assisted living facilities.<br> <br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Information and Services</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://waclc.org/consite/index.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Community Living Connections</b></a></span></span> (855-567-0252)<br>Helps individuals, their caregivers, legal representatives and families navigate and connect with information and access to long-term and home- or community-based services and supports.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dva.wa.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Veterans Affairs</b></a></span></span> (800-562-2308)<br>Connects veterans and their family members to the benefits and services earned through their military service.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/cd/6c/431d39954c7eb767bbfa24f082ed/hugging-couple-heart-recolored-01.png" alt="Hugging Couple Heart Recolored-01.png" width="8334" height="8334" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">End of Life</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://compassionandchoices.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Compassion and Choices</b></a></span></span> (800-247-7421)<br>Offers planning tools and advance planning consultation services related to end-of-life options, including access to medical aid in dying.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://endoflifewa.org/end-life-choices/palliative-and-hospice/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>End of Life Washington</b></a></span></span> (206-256-1636)<br>Provides hospice and palliative care information, advance planning resources and end-of-life options.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wshpco.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington State Hospice and Palliative Care Organization</b></a></span></span> (253-661-3739)<br>Provides information about hospice and palliative care resources, including a Find a Provider tool.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Washington. 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No matter where you are in your caregiving journey — starting to plan; taking care of a family member in your home, in a facility, or from a distance; or managing end-of-life caregiving responsibilities — having resources at your fingertips will make the process easier.<br><br>AARP developed this family caregiver guide with you, the caregiver, in mind and as a starting point to help you find the services and support you might need throughout your journey.<br><br>To order a print copy of this online guide, call the toll-free AARP Family Caregiving Resource Line at 877-333-5885 and indicate which state(s) you would like to receive. A copy will be mailed to you.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/83/89/9ad406dc4556a7813e3f0d0eeab0/caregivers-screen-hands-touching-01.png" alt="Caregivers Screen Hands Touching-01.png" width="8334" height="8334"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Caregiver Support</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/home-and-community-services/caregiver-resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Social and Health Service – Caregiver Support</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2300)<br>Provides information about resources and services for family caregivers, including training, support groups, respite care and a registry of trained respite providers.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Finances</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dfi.wa.gov/financial-education/resources/by-county" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Financial Institution— Financial Education</b></a></span></span><br>Maintains a list of county resources and agencies for low-income housing, financial assistance and counseling.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.commerce.wa.gov/growing-the-economy/energy/low-income-home-energy-assistance/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2857)<br>Helps eligible households with home energy expenses, which may include heating and cooling bill payment, crisis bill payment and/or heating and cooling equipment repair and replacement.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://washingtonconnection.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Connection</b></a></span></span><br>Offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services such as food, cash, childcare, long-term care, and Medicare savings programs. People age 65 or older, blind or disabled may also apply for medical assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Legal</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/adult-protective-services" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Adult Protective Services</b></a></span></span> (877-734-6277)<br>Provides information and investigates allegations of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults.<br><b> </b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nwjustice.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Northwest Justice Project</b></a></span></span> (888-201-1014)<br>Provides free legal help to low-income residents in cases affecting housing, family safety, income security, access to health care, education and more.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2e/5b/6ae7901f448693d5950f406c0f1c/wheelchair-01.png" alt="Wheelchair-01.png" width="2834" height="2500" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Health</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/dementia-action-collaborative" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Dementia Action Collaborative</b></a></span></span><br>Resources for families and people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.insurance.wa.gov/statewide-health-insurance-benefits-advisors-shiba" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors</b></a></span></span><br>Free service of the Office of the Insurance Commissioner assists people of all ages and backgrounds with their Medicare questions and options. Call the Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-562-6900 and ask to be connected with your local SHIBA.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wahealthplanfinder.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Health Plan Finder</b></a></span></span> (855-923-4633)<br>Online marketplace helps Washington residents find, compare and enroll in health plans such as Washington Apple Health (Medicaid), Cascade Care and Cascade Care Savings.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Housing And Care Facilities</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.homeownership-wa.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Homeownership Resource Center</b></a></span></span> (877-894-4663)<br>Provides resources for first-time homebuyers, current homeowners and homeowners who may be facing foreclosure.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.waombudsman.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Long-Term Care Ombudsman</b></a></span></span> (800-562-6028)<br>Provides consumer protection advocacy services to residents of nursing homes, special care facilities, adult family homes and assisted living facilities.<br> <br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Information and Services</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://waclc.org/consite/index.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Community Living Connections</b></a></span></span> (855-567-0252)<br>Helps individuals, their caregivers, legal representatives and families navigate and connect with information and access to long-term and home- or community-based services and supports.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dva.wa.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Veterans Affairs</b></a></span></span> (800-562-2308)<br>Connects veterans and their family members to the benefits and services earned through their military service.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/cd/6c/431d39954c7eb767bbfa24f082ed/hugging-couple-heart-recolored-01.png" alt="Hugging Couple Heart Recolored-01.png" width="8334" height="8334" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">End of Life</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://compassionandchoices.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Compassion and Choices</b></a></span></span> (800-247-7421)<br>Offers planning tools and advance planning consultation services related to end-of-life options, including access to medical aid in dying.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://endoflifewa.org/end-life-choices/palliative-and-hospice/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>End of Life Washington</b></a></span></span> (206-256-1636)<br>Provides hospice and palliative care information, advance planning resources and end-of-life options.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wshpco.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington State Hospice and Palliative Care Organization</b></a></span></span> (253-661-3739)<br>Provides information about hospice and palliative care resources, including a Find a Provider tool.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Washington. 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No matter where you are in your caregiving journey — starting to plan; taking care of a family member in your home, in a facility, or from a distance; or managing end-of-life caregiving responsibilities — having resources at your fingertips will make the process easier.<br><br>AARP developed this family caregiver guide with you, the caregiver, in mind and as a starting point to help you find the services and support you might need throughout your journey.<br><br>To order a print copy of this online guide, call the toll-free AARP Family Caregiving Resource Line at 877-333-5885 and indicate which state(s) you would like to receive. A copy will be mailed to you.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/83/89/9ad406dc4556a7813e3f0d0eeab0/caregivers-screen-hands-touching-01.png" alt="Caregivers Screen Hands Touching-01.png" width="8334" height="8334"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Caregiver Support</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/home-and-community-services/caregiver-resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Social and Health Service – Caregiver Support</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2300)<br>Provides information about resources and services for family caregivers, including training, support groups, respite care and a registry of trained respite providers.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Finances</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dfi.wa.gov/financial-education/resources/by-county" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Financial Institution— Financial Education</b></a></span></span><br>Maintains a list of county resources and agencies for low-income housing, financial assistance and counseling.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.commerce.wa.gov/growing-the-economy/energy/low-income-home-energy-assistance/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2857)<br>Helps eligible households with home energy expenses, which may include heating and cooling bill payment, crisis bill payment and/or heating and cooling equipment repair and replacement.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://washingtonconnection.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Connection</b></a></span></span><br>Offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services such as food, cash, childcare, long-term care, and Medicare savings programs. People age 65 or older, blind or disabled may also apply for medical assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Legal</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/adult-protective-services" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Adult Protective Services</b></a></span></span> (877-734-6277)<br>Provides information and investigates allegations of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults.<br><b> </b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nwjustice.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Northwest Justice Project</b></a></span></span> (888-201-1014)<br>Provides free legal help to low-income residents in cases affecting housing, family safety, income security, access to health care, education and more.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2e/5b/6ae7901f448693d5950f406c0f1c/wheelchair-01.png" alt="Wheelchair-01.png" width="2834" height="2500" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Health</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/dementia-action-collaborative" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Dementia Action Collaborative</b></a></span></span><br>Resources for families and people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.insurance.wa.gov/statewide-health-insurance-benefits-advisors-shiba" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors</b></a></span></span><br>Free service of the Office of the Insurance Commissioner assists people of all ages and backgrounds with their Medicare questions and options. Call the Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-562-6900 and ask to be connected with your local SHIBA.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wahealthplanfinder.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Health Plan Finder</b></a></span></span> (855-923-4633)<br>Online marketplace helps Washington residents find, compare and enroll in health plans such as Washington Apple Health (Medicaid), Cascade Care and Cascade Care Savings.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Housing And Care Facilities</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.homeownership-wa.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Homeownership Resource Center</b></a></span></span> (877-894-4663)<br>Provides resources for first-time homebuyers, current homeowners and homeowners who may be facing foreclosure.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.waombudsman.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Long-Term Care Ombudsman</b></a></span></span> (800-562-6028)<br>Provides consumer protection advocacy services to residents of nursing homes, special care facilities, adult family homes and assisted living facilities.<br> <br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Information and Services</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://waclc.org/consite/index.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Community Living Connections</b></a></span></span> (855-567-0252)<br>Helps individuals, their caregivers, legal representatives and families navigate and connect with information and access to long-term and home- or community-based services and supports.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dva.wa.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Veterans Affairs</b></a></span></span> (800-562-2308)<br>Connects veterans and their family members to the benefits and services earned through their military service.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/cd/6c/431d39954c7eb767bbfa24f082ed/hugging-couple-heart-recolored-01.png" alt="Hugging Couple Heart Recolored-01.png" width="8334" height="8334" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">End of Life</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://compassionandchoices.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Compassion and Choices</b></a></span></span> (800-247-7421)<br>Offers planning tools and advance planning consultation services related to end-of-life options, including access to medical aid in dying.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://endoflifewa.org/end-life-choices/palliative-and-hospice/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>End of Life Washington</b></a></span></span> (206-256-1636)<br>Provides hospice and palliative care information, advance planning resources and end-of-life options.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wshpco.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington State Hospice and Palliative Care Organization</b></a></span></span> (253-661-3739)<br>Provides information about hospice and palliative care resources, including a Find a Provider tool.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Washington. 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En español | Caregiving may be one of the most important, and challenging, roles you’ll ever take on. No matter where you are in your caregiving journey — starting to plan; taking care of a family member in your home, in a facility, or from a distance; or managing end-of-life caregiving responsibilities — having resources at your fingertips will make the process easier.
AARP developed this family caregiver guide with you, the caregiver, in mind and as a starting point to help you find the services and support you might need throughout your journey.
To order a print copy of this online guide, call the toll-free AARP Family Caregiving Resource Line at 877-333-5885 and indicate which state(s) you would like to receive. A copy will be mailed to you.
Department of Social and Health Service – Caregiver Support (360-725-2300)
Provides information about resources and services for family caregivers, including training, support groups, respite care and a registry of trained respite providers.
Department of Financial Institution— Financial Education
Maintains a list of county resources and agencies for low-income housing, financial assistance and counseling.
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (360-725-2857)
Helps eligible households with home energy expenses, which may include heating and cooling bill payment, crisis bill payment and/or heating and cooling equipment repair and replacement.
Washington Connection
Offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services such as food, cash, childcare, long-term care, and Medicare savings programs. People age 65 or older, blind or disabled may also apply for medical assistance.
Adult Protective Services (877-734-6277)
Provides information and investigates allegations of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults.
Northwest Justice Project (888-201-1014)
Provides free legal help to low-income residents in cases affecting housing, family safety, income security, access to health care, education and more.
Dementia Action Collaborative
Resources for families and people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.
Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors
Free service of the Office of the Insurance Commissioner assists people of all ages and backgrounds with their Medicare questions and options. Call the Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-562-6900 and ask to be connected with your local SHIBA.
Washington Health Plan Finder (855-923-4633)
Online marketplace helps Washington residents find, compare and enroll in health plans such as Washington Apple Health (Medicaid), Cascade Care and Cascade Care Savings.
Homeownership Resource Center (877-894-4663)
Provides resources for first-time homebuyers, current homeowners and homeowners who may be facing foreclosure.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman (800-562-6028)
Provides consumer protection advocacy services to residents of nursing homes, special care facilities, adult family homes and assisted living facilities.
Community Living Connections (855-567-0252)
Helps individuals, their caregivers, legal representatives and families navigate and connect with information and access to long-term and home- or community-based services and supports.
Department of Veterans Affairs (800-562-2308)
Connects veterans and their family members to the benefits and services earned through their military service.
Compassion and Choices (800-247-7421)
Offers planning tools and advance planning consultation services related to end-of-life options, including access to medical aid in dying.
End of Life Washington (206-256-1636)
Provides hospice and palliative care information, advance planning resources and end-of-life options.
Washington State Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (253-661-3739)
Provides information about hospice and palliative care resources, including a Find a Provider tool.
This story is provided by AARP Washington. Visit the AARP Washington page for more news, events, and programs affecting retirement, health care, and more.
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No matter where you are in your caregiving journey — starting to plan; taking care of a family member in your home, in a facility, or from a distance; or managing end-of-life caregiving responsibilities — having resources at your fingertips will make the process easier.<br><br>AARP developed this family caregiver guide with you, the caregiver, in mind and as a starting point to help you find the services and support you might need throughout your journey.<br><br>To order a print copy of this online guide, call the toll-free AARP Family Caregiving Resource Line at 877-333-5885 and indicate which state(s) you would like to receive. A copy will be mailed to you.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/83/89/9ad406dc4556a7813e3f0d0eeab0/caregivers-screen-hands-touching-01.png" alt="Caregivers Screen Hands Touching-01.png" width="8334" height="8334"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Caregiver Support</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/home-and-community-services/caregiver-resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Social and Health Service – Caregiver Support</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2300)<br>Provides information about resources and services for family caregivers, including training, support groups, respite care and a registry of trained respite providers.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Finances</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dfi.wa.gov/financial-education/resources/by-county" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Financial Institution— Financial Education</b></a></span></span><br>Maintains a list of county resources and agencies for low-income housing, financial assistance and counseling.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.commerce.wa.gov/growing-the-economy/energy/low-income-home-energy-assistance/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2857)<br>Helps eligible households with home energy expenses, which may include heating and cooling bill payment, crisis bill payment and/or heating and cooling equipment repair and replacement.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://washingtonconnection.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Connection</b></a></span></span><br>Offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services such as food, cash, childcare, long-term care, and Medicare savings programs. People age 65 or older, blind or disabled may also apply for medical assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Legal</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/adult-protective-services" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Adult Protective Services</b></a></span></span> (877-734-6277)<br>Provides information and investigates allegations of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults.<br><b> </b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nwjustice.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Northwest Justice Project</b></a></span></span> (888-201-1014)<br>Provides free legal help to low-income residents in cases affecting housing, family safety, income security, access to health care, education and more.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2e/5b/6ae7901f448693d5950f406c0f1c/wheelchair-01.png" alt="Wheelchair-01.png" width="2834" height="2500" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Health</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/dementia-action-collaborative" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Dementia Action Collaborative</b></a></span></span><br>Resources for families and people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.insurance.wa.gov/statewide-health-insurance-benefits-advisors-shiba" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors</b></a></span></span><br>Free service of the Office of the Insurance Commissioner assists people of all ages and backgrounds with their Medicare questions and options. Call the Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-562-6900 and ask to be connected with your local SHIBA.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wahealthplanfinder.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Health Plan Finder</b></a></span></span> (855-923-4633)<br>Online marketplace helps Washington residents find, compare and enroll in health plans such as Washington Apple Health (Medicaid), Cascade Care and Cascade Care Savings.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Housing And Care Facilities</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.homeownership-wa.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Homeownership Resource Center</b></a></span></span> (877-894-4663)<br>Provides resources for first-time homebuyers, current homeowners and homeowners who may be facing foreclosure.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.waombudsman.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Long-Term Care Ombudsman</b></a></span></span> (800-562-6028)<br>Provides consumer protection advocacy services to residents of nursing homes, special care facilities, adult family homes and assisted living facilities.<br> <br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Information and Services</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://waclc.org/consite/index.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Community Living Connections</b></a></span></span> (855-567-0252)<br>Helps individuals, their caregivers, legal representatives and families navigate and connect with information and access to long-term and home- or community-based services and supports.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dva.wa.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Veterans Affairs</b></a></span></span> (800-562-2308)<br>Connects veterans and their family members to the benefits and services earned through their military service.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/cd/6c/431d39954c7eb767bbfa24f082ed/hugging-couple-heart-recolored-01.png" alt="Hugging Couple Heart Recolored-01.png" width="8334" height="8334" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">End of Life</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://compassionandchoices.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Compassion and Choices</b></a></span></span> (800-247-7421)<br>Offers planning tools and advance planning consultation services related to end-of-life options, including access to medical aid in dying.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://endoflifewa.org/end-life-choices/palliative-and-hospice/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>End of Life Washington</b></a></span></span> (206-256-1636)<br>Provides hospice and palliative care information, advance planning resources and end-of-life options.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wshpco.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington State Hospice and Palliative Care Organization</b></a></span></span> (253-661-3739)<br>Provides information about hospice and palliative care resources, including a Find a Provider tool.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Washington. 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No matter where you are in your caregiving journey — starting to plan; taking care of a family member in your home, in a facility, or from a distance; or managing end-of-life caregiving responsibilities — having resources at your fingertips will make the process easier.<br><br>AARP developed this family caregiver guide with you, the caregiver, in mind and as a starting point to help you find the services and support you might need throughout your journey.<br><br>To order a print copy of this online guide, call the toll-free AARP Family Caregiving Resource Line at 877-333-5885 and indicate which state(s) you would like to receive. A copy will be mailed to you.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/83/89/9ad406dc4556a7813e3f0d0eeab0/caregivers-screen-hands-touching-01.png" alt="Caregivers Screen Hands Touching-01.png" width="8334" height="8334"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Caregiver Support</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/home-and-community-services/caregiver-resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Social and Health Service – Caregiver Support</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2300)<br>Provides information about resources and services for family caregivers, including training, support groups, respite care and a registry of trained respite providers.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Finances</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dfi.wa.gov/financial-education/resources/by-county" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Financial Institution— Financial Education</b></a></span></span><br>Maintains a list of county resources and agencies for low-income housing, financial assistance and counseling.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.commerce.wa.gov/growing-the-economy/energy/low-income-home-energy-assistance/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2857)<br>Helps eligible households with home energy expenses, which may include heating and cooling bill payment, crisis bill payment and/or heating and cooling equipment repair and replacement.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://washingtonconnection.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Connection</b></a></span></span><br>Offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services such as food, cash, childcare, long-term care, and Medicare savings programs. People age 65 or older, blind or disabled may also apply for medical assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Legal</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/adult-protective-services" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Adult Protective Services</b></a></span></span> (877-734-6277)<br>Provides information and investigates allegations of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults.<br><b> </b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nwjustice.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Northwest Justice Project</b></a></span></span> (888-201-1014)<br>Provides free legal help to low-income residents in cases affecting housing, family safety, income security, access to health care, education and more.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2e/5b/6ae7901f448693d5950f406c0f1c/wheelchair-01.png" alt="Wheelchair-01.png" width="2834" height="2500" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Health</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/dementia-action-collaborative" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Dementia Action Collaborative</b></a></span></span><br>Resources for families and people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.insurance.wa.gov/statewide-health-insurance-benefits-advisors-shiba" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors</b></a></span></span><br>Free service of the Office of the Insurance Commissioner assists people of all ages and backgrounds with their Medicare questions and options. Call the Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-562-6900 and ask to be connected with your local SHIBA.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wahealthplanfinder.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Health Plan Finder</b></a></span></span> (855-923-4633)<br>Online marketplace helps Washington residents find, compare and enroll in health plans such as Washington Apple Health (Medicaid), Cascade Care and Cascade Care Savings.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Housing And Care Facilities</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.homeownership-wa.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Homeownership Resource Center</b></a></span></span> (877-894-4663)<br>Provides resources for first-time homebuyers, current homeowners and homeowners who may be facing foreclosure.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.waombudsman.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Long-Term Care Ombudsman</b></a></span></span> (800-562-6028)<br>Provides consumer protection advocacy services to residents of nursing homes, special care facilities, adult family homes and assisted living facilities.<br> <br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Information and Services</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://waclc.org/consite/index.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Community Living Connections</b></a></span></span> (855-567-0252)<br>Helps individuals, their caregivers, legal representatives and families navigate and connect with information and access to long-term and home- or community-based services and supports.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dva.wa.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Veterans Affairs</b></a></span></span> (800-562-2308)<br>Connects veterans and their family members to the benefits and services earned through their military service.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/cd/6c/431d39954c7eb767bbfa24f082ed/hugging-couple-heart-recolored-01.png" alt="Hugging Couple Heart Recolored-01.png" width="8334" height="8334" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">End of Life</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://compassionandchoices.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Compassion and Choices</b></a></span></span> (800-247-7421)<br>Offers planning tools and advance planning consultation services related to end-of-life options, including access to medical aid in dying.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://endoflifewa.org/end-life-choices/palliative-and-hospice/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>End of Life Washington</b></a></span></span> (206-256-1636)<br>Provides hospice and palliative care information, advance planning resources and end-of-life options.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wshpco.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington State Hospice and Palliative Care Organization</b></a></span></span> (253-661-3739)<br>Provides information about hospice and palliative care resources, including a Find a Provider tool.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Washington. 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No matter where you are in your caregiving journey — starting to plan; taking care of a family member in your home, in a facility, or from a distance; or managing end-of-life caregiving responsibilities — having resources at your fingertips will make the process easier.<br><br>AARP developed this family caregiver guide with you, the caregiver, in mind and as a starting point to help you find the services and support you might need throughout your journey.<br><br>To order a print copy of this online guide, call the toll-free AARP Family Caregiving Resource Line at 877-333-5885 and indicate which state(s) you would like to receive. A copy will be mailed to you.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/83/89/9ad406dc4556a7813e3f0d0eeab0/caregivers-screen-hands-touching-01.png" alt="Caregivers Screen Hands Touching-01.png" width="8334" height="8334"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Caregiver Support</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/home-and-community-services/caregiver-resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Social and Health Service – Caregiver Support</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2300)<br>Provides information about resources and services for family caregivers, including training, support groups, respite care and a registry of trained respite providers.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Finances</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dfi.wa.gov/financial-education/resources/by-county" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Financial Institution— Financial Education</b></a></span></span><br>Maintains a list of county resources and agencies for low-income housing, financial assistance and counseling.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.commerce.wa.gov/growing-the-economy/energy/low-income-home-energy-assistance/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2857)<br>Helps eligible households with home energy expenses, which may include heating and cooling bill payment, crisis bill payment and/or heating and cooling equipment repair and replacement.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://washingtonconnection.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Connection</b></a></span></span><br>Offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services such as food, cash, childcare, long-term care, and Medicare savings programs. People age 65 or older, blind or disabled may also apply for medical assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Legal</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/adult-protective-services" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Adult Protective Services</b></a></span></span> (877-734-6277)<br>Provides information and investigates allegations of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults.<br><b> </b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nwjustice.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Northwest Justice Project</b></a></span></span> (888-201-1014)<br>Provides free legal help to low-income residents in cases affecting housing, family safety, income security, access to health care, education and more.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2e/5b/6ae7901f448693d5950f406c0f1c/wheelchair-01.png" alt="Wheelchair-01.png" width="2834" height="2500" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Health</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/dementia-action-collaborative" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Dementia Action Collaborative</b></a></span></span><br>Resources for families and people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.insurance.wa.gov/statewide-health-insurance-benefits-advisors-shiba" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors</b></a></span></span><br>Free service of the Office of the Insurance Commissioner assists people of all ages and backgrounds with their Medicare questions and options. Call the Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-562-6900 and ask to be connected with your local SHIBA.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wahealthplanfinder.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Health Plan Finder</b></a></span></span> (855-923-4633)<br>Online marketplace helps Washington residents find, compare and enroll in health plans such as Washington Apple Health (Medicaid), Cascade Care and Cascade Care Savings.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Housing And Care Facilities</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.homeownership-wa.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Homeownership Resource Center</b></a></span></span> (877-894-4663)<br>Provides resources for first-time homebuyers, current homeowners and homeowners who may be facing foreclosure.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.waombudsman.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Long-Term Care Ombudsman</b></a></span></span> (800-562-6028)<br>Provides consumer protection advocacy services to residents of nursing homes, special care facilities, adult family homes and assisted living facilities.<br> <br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Information and Services</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://waclc.org/consite/index.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Community Living Connections</b></a></span></span> (855-567-0252)<br>Helps individuals, their caregivers, legal representatives and families navigate and connect with information and access to long-term and home- or community-based services and supports.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dva.wa.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Veterans Affairs</b></a></span></span> (800-562-2308)<br>Connects veterans and their family members to the benefits and services earned through their military service.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/cd/6c/431d39954c7eb767bbfa24f082ed/hugging-couple-heart-recolored-01.png" alt="Hugging Couple Heart Recolored-01.png" width="8334" height="8334" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">End of Life</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://compassionandchoices.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Compassion and Choices</b></a></span></span> (800-247-7421)<br>Offers planning tools and advance planning consultation services related to end-of-life options, including access to medical aid in dying.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://endoflifewa.org/end-life-choices/palliative-and-hospice/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>End of Life Washington</b></a></span></span> (206-256-1636)<br>Provides hospice and palliative care information, advance planning resources and end-of-life options.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wshpco.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington State Hospice and Palliative Care Organization</b></a></span></span> (253-661-3739)<br>Provides information about hospice and palliative care resources, including a Find a Provider tool.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Washington. 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No matter where you are in your caregiving journey — starting to plan; taking care of a family member in your home, in a facility, or from a distance; or managing end-of-life caregiving responsibilities — having resources at your fingertips will make the process easier.<br><br>AARP developed this family caregiver guide with you, the caregiver, in mind and as a starting point to help you find the services and support you might need throughout your journey.<br><br>To order a print copy of this online guide, call the toll-free AARP Family Caregiving Resource Line at 877-333-5885 and indicate which state(s) you would like to receive. A copy will be mailed to you.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/83/89/9ad406dc4556a7813e3f0d0eeab0/caregivers-screen-hands-touching-01.png" alt="Caregivers Screen Hands Touching-01.png" width="8334" height="8334"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Caregiver Support</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/home-and-community-services/caregiver-resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Social and Health Service – Caregiver Support</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2300)<br>Provides information about resources and services for family caregivers, including training, support groups, respite care and a registry of trained respite providers.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Finances</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dfi.wa.gov/financial-education/resources/by-county" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Financial Institution— Financial Education</b></a></span></span><br>Maintains a list of county resources and agencies for low-income housing, financial assistance and counseling.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.commerce.wa.gov/growing-the-economy/energy/low-income-home-energy-assistance/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2857)<br>Helps eligible households with home energy expenses, which may include heating and cooling bill payment, crisis bill payment and/or heating and cooling equipment repair and replacement.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://washingtonconnection.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Connection</b></a></span></span><br>Offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services such as food, cash, childcare, long-term care, and Medicare savings programs. People age 65 or older, blind or disabled may also apply for medical assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Legal</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/adult-protective-services" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Adult Protective Services</b></a></span></span> (877-734-6277)<br>Provides information and investigates allegations of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults.<br><b> </b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nwjustice.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Northwest Justice Project</b></a></span></span> (888-201-1014)<br>Provides free legal help to low-income residents in cases affecting housing, family safety, income security, access to health care, education and more.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2e/5b/6ae7901f448693d5950f406c0f1c/wheelchair-01.png" alt="Wheelchair-01.png" width="2834" height="2500" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Health</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/dementia-action-collaborative" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Dementia Action Collaborative</b></a></span></span><br>Resources for families and people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.insurance.wa.gov/statewide-health-insurance-benefits-advisors-shiba" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors</b></a></span></span><br>Free service of the Office of the Insurance Commissioner assists people of all ages and backgrounds with their Medicare questions and options. Call the Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-562-6900 and ask to be connected with your local SHIBA.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wahealthplanfinder.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Health Plan Finder</b></a></span></span> (855-923-4633)<br>Online marketplace helps Washington residents find, compare and enroll in health plans such as Washington Apple Health (Medicaid), Cascade Care and Cascade Care Savings.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Housing And Care Facilities</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.homeownership-wa.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Homeownership Resource Center</b></a></span></span> (877-894-4663)<br>Provides resources for first-time homebuyers, current homeowners and homeowners who may be facing foreclosure.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.waombudsman.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Long-Term Care Ombudsman</b></a></span></span> (800-562-6028)<br>Provides consumer protection advocacy services to residents of nursing homes, special care facilities, adult family homes and assisted living facilities.<br> <br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Information and Services</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://waclc.org/consite/index.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Community Living Connections</b></a></span></span> (855-567-0252)<br>Helps individuals, their caregivers, legal representatives and families navigate and connect with information and access to long-term and home- or community-based services and supports.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dva.wa.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Veterans Affairs</b></a></span></span> (800-562-2308)<br>Connects veterans and their family members to the benefits and services earned through their military service.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/cd/6c/431d39954c7eb767bbfa24f082ed/hugging-couple-heart-recolored-01.png" alt="Hugging Couple Heart Recolored-01.png" width="8334" height="8334" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">End of Life</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://compassionandchoices.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Compassion and Choices</b></a></span></span> (800-247-7421)<br>Offers planning tools and advance planning consultation services related to end-of-life options, including access to medical aid in dying.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://endoflifewa.org/end-life-choices/palliative-and-hospice/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>End of Life Washington</b></a></span></span> (206-256-1636)<br>Provides hospice and palliative care information, advance planning resources and end-of-life options.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wshpco.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington State Hospice and Palliative Care Organization</b></a></span></span> (253-661-3739)<br>Provides information about hospice and palliative care resources, including a Find a Provider tool.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Washington. 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No matter where you are in your caregiving journey — starting to plan; taking care of a family member in your home, in a facility, or from a distance; or managing end-of-life caregiving responsibilities — having resources at your fingertips will make the process easier.<br><br>AARP developed this family caregiver guide with you, the caregiver, in mind and as a starting point to help you find the services and support you might need throughout your journey.<br><br>To order a print copy of this online guide, call the toll-free AARP Family Caregiving Resource Line at 877-333-5885 and indicate which state(s) you would like to receive. A copy will be mailed to you.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/83/89/9ad406dc4556a7813e3f0d0eeab0/caregivers-screen-hands-touching-01.png" alt="Caregivers Screen Hands Touching-01.png" width="8334" height="8334"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Caregiver Support</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/home-and-community-services/caregiver-resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Social and Health Service – Caregiver Support</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2300)<br>Provides information about resources and services for family caregivers, including training, support groups, respite care and a registry of trained respite providers.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Finances</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dfi.wa.gov/financial-education/resources/by-county" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Financial Institution— Financial Education</b></a></span></span><br>Maintains a list of county resources and agencies for low-income housing, financial assistance and counseling.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.commerce.wa.gov/growing-the-economy/energy/low-income-home-energy-assistance/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2857)<br>Helps eligible households with home energy expenses, which may include heating and cooling bill payment, crisis bill payment and/or heating and cooling equipment repair and replacement.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://washingtonconnection.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Connection</b></a></span></span><br>Offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services such as food, cash, childcare, long-term care, and Medicare savings programs. People age 65 or older, blind or disabled may also apply for medical assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Legal</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/adult-protective-services" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Adult Protective Services</b></a></span></span> (877-734-6277)<br>Provides information and investigates allegations of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults.<br><b> </b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nwjustice.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Northwest Justice Project</b></a></span></span> (888-201-1014)<br>Provides free legal help to low-income residents in cases affecting housing, family safety, income security, access to health care, education and more.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2e/5b/6ae7901f448693d5950f406c0f1c/wheelchair-01.png" alt="Wheelchair-01.png" width="2834" height="2500" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Health</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/dementia-action-collaborative" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Dementia Action Collaborative</b></a></span></span><br>Resources for families and people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.insurance.wa.gov/statewide-health-insurance-benefits-advisors-shiba" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors</b></a></span></span><br>Free service of the Office of the Insurance Commissioner assists people of all ages and backgrounds with their Medicare questions and options. Call the Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-562-6900 and ask to be connected with your local SHIBA.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wahealthplanfinder.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Health Plan Finder</b></a></span></span> (855-923-4633)<br>Online marketplace helps Washington residents find, compare and enroll in health plans such as Washington Apple Health (Medicaid), Cascade Care and Cascade Care Savings.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Housing And Care Facilities</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.homeownership-wa.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Homeownership Resource Center</b></a></span></span> (877-894-4663)<br>Provides resources for first-time homebuyers, current homeowners and homeowners who may be facing foreclosure.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.waombudsman.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Long-Term Care Ombudsman</b></a></span></span> (800-562-6028)<br>Provides consumer protection advocacy services to residents of nursing homes, special care facilities, adult family homes and assisted living facilities.<br> <br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Information and Services</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://waclc.org/consite/index.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Community Living Connections</b></a></span></span> (855-567-0252)<br>Helps individuals, their caregivers, legal representatives and families navigate and connect with information and access to long-term and home- or community-based services and supports.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dva.wa.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Veterans Affairs</b></a></span></span> (800-562-2308)<br>Connects veterans and their family members to the benefits and services earned through their military service.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/cd/6c/431d39954c7eb767bbfa24f082ed/hugging-couple-heart-recolored-01.png" alt="Hugging Couple Heart Recolored-01.png" width="8334" height="8334" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">End of Life</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://compassionandchoices.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Compassion and Choices</b></a></span></span> (800-247-7421)<br>Offers planning tools and advance planning consultation services related to end-of-life options, including access to medical aid in dying.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://endoflifewa.org/end-life-choices/palliative-and-hospice/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>End of Life Washington</b></a></span></span> (206-256-1636)<br>Provides hospice and palliative care information, advance planning resources and end-of-life options.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wshpco.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington State Hospice and Palliative Care Organization</b></a></span></span> (253-661-3739)<br>Provides information about hospice and palliative care resources, including a Find a Provider tool.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Washington. 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No matter where you are in your caregiving journey — starting to plan; taking care of a family member in your home, in a facility, or from a distance; or managing end-of-life caregiving responsibilities — having resources at your fingertips will make the process easier.<br><br>AARP developed this family caregiver guide with you, the caregiver, in mind and as a starting point to help you find the services and support you might need throughout your journey.<br><br>To order a print copy of this online guide, call the toll-free AARP Family Caregiving Resource Line at 877-333-5885 and indicate which state(s) you would like to receive. A copy will be mailed to you.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/83/89/9ad406dc4556a7813e3f0d0eeab0/caregivers-screen-hands-touching-01.png" alt="Caregivers Screen Hands Touching-01.png" width="8334" height="8334"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Caregiver Support</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/home-and-community-services/caregiver-resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Social and Health Service – Caregiver Support</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2300)<br>Provides information about resources and services for family caregivers, including training, support groups, respite care and a registry of trained respite providers.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Finances</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dfi.wa.gov/financial-education/resources/by-county" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Financial Institution— Financial Education</b></a></span></span><br>Maintains a list of county resources and agencies for low-income housing, financial assistance and counseling.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.commerce.wa.gov/growing-the-economy/energy/low-income-home-energy-assistance/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2857)<br>Helps eligible households with home energy expenses, which may include heating and cooling bill payment, crisis bill payment and/or heating and cooling equipment repair and replacement.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://washingtonconnection.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Connection</b></a></span></span><br>Offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services such as food, cash, childcare, long-term care, and Medicare savings programs. People age 65 or older, blind or disabled may also apply for medical assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Legal</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/adult-protective-services" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Adult Protective Services</b></a></span></span> (877-734-6277)<br>Provides information and investigates allegations of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults.<br><b> </b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nwjustice.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Northwest Justice Project</b></a></span></span> (888-201-1014)<br>Provides free legal help to low-income residents in cases affecting housing, family safety, income security, access to health care, education and more.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2e/5b/6ae7901f448693d5950f406c0f1c/wheelchair-01.png" alt="Wheelchair-01.png" width="2834" height="2500" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Health</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/dementia-action-collaborative" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Dementia Action Collaborative</b></a></span></span><br>Resources for families and people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.insurance.wa.gov/statewide-health-insurance-benefits-advisors-shiba" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors</b></a></span></span><br>Free service of the Office of the Insurance Commissioner assists people of all ages and backgrounds with their Medicare questions and options. Call the Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-562-6900 and ask to be connected with your local SHIBA.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wahealthplanfinder.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Health Plan Finder</b></a></span></span> (855-923-4633)<br>Online marketplace helps Washington residents find, compare and enroll in health plans such as Washington Apple Health (Medicaid), Cascade Care and Cascade Care Savings.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Housing And Care Facilities</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.homeownership-wa.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Homeownership Resource Center</b></a></span></span> (877-894-4663)<br>Provides resources for first-time homebuyers, current homeowners and homeowners who may be facing foreclosure.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.waombudsman.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Long-Term Care Ombudsman</b></a></span></span> (800-562-6028)<br>Provides consumer protection advocacy services to residents of nursing homes, special care facilities, adult family homes and assisted living facilities.<br> <br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Information and Services</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://waclc.org/consite/index.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Community Living Connections</b></a></span></span> (855-567-0252)<br>Helps individuals, their caregivers, legal representatives and families navigate and connect with information and access to long-term and home- or community-based services and supports.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dva.wa.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Veterans Affairs</b></a></span></span> (800-562-2308)<br>Connects veterans and their family members to the benefits and services earned through their military service.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/cd/6c/431d39954c7eb767bbfa24f082ed/hugging-couple-heart-recolored-01.png" alt="Hugging Couple Heart Recolored-01.png" width="8334" height="8334" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">End of Life</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://compassionandchoices.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Compassion and Choices</b></a></span></span> (800-247-7421)<br>Offers planning tools and advance planning consultation services related to end-of-life options, including access to medical aid in dying.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://endoflifewa.org/end-life-choices/palliative-and-hospice/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>End of Life Washington</b></a></span></span> (206-256-1636)<br>Provides hospice and palliative care information, advance planning resources and end-of-life options.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wshpco.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington State Hospice and Palliative Care Organization</b></a></span></span> (253-661-3739)<br>Provides information about hospice and palliative care resources, including a Find a Provider tool.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Washington. 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No matter where you are in your caregiving journey — starting to plan; taking care of a family member in your home, in a facility, or from a distance; or managing end-of-life caregiving responsibilities — having resources at your fingertips will make the process easier.<br><br>AARP developed this family caregiver guide with you, the caregiver, in mind and as a starting point to help you find the services and support you might need throughout your journey.<br><br>To order a print copy of this online guide, call the toll-free AARP Family Caregiving Resource Line at 877-333-5885 and indicate which state(s) you would like to receive. A copy will be mailed to you.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/83/89/9ad406dc4556a7813e3f0d0eeab0/caregivers-screen-hands-touching-01.png" alt="Caregivers Screen Hands Touching-01.png" width="8334" height="8334"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Caregiver Support</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/home-and-community-services/caregiver-resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Social and Health Service – Caregiver Support</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2300)<br>Provides information about resources and services for family caregivers, including training, support groups, respite care and a registry of trained respite providers.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Finances</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dfi.wa.gov/financial-education/resources/by-county" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Financial Institution— Financial Education</b></a></span></span><br>Maintains a list of county resources and agencies for low-income housing, financial assistance and counseling.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.commerce.wa.gov/growing-the-economy/energy/low-income-home-energy-assistance/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2857)<br>Helps eligible households with home energy expenses, which may include heating and cooling bill payment, crisis bill payment and/or heating and cooling equipment repair and replacement.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://washingtonconnection.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Connection</b></a></span></span><br>Offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services such as food, cash, childcare, long-term care, and Medicare savings programs. People age 65 or older, blind or disabled may also apply for medical assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Legal</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/adult-protective-services" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Adult Protective Services</b></a></span></span> (877-734-6277)<br>Provides information and investigates allegations of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults.<br><b> </b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nwjustice.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Northwest Justice Project</b></a></span></span> (888-201-1014)<br>Provides free legal help to low-income residents in cases affecting housing, family safety, income security, access to health care, education and more.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2e/5b/6ae7901f448693d5950f406c0f1c/wheelchair-01.png" alt="Wheelchair-01.png" width="2834" height="2500" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Health</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/dementia-action-collaborative" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Dementia Action Collaborative</b></a></span></span><br>Resources for families and people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.insurance.wa.gov/statewide-health-insurance-benefits-advisors-shiba" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors</b></a></span></span><br>Free service of the Office of the Insurance Commissioner assists people of all ages and backgrounds with their Medicare questions and options. Call the Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-562-6900 and ask to be connected with your local SHIBA.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wahealthplanfinder.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Health Plan Finder</b></a></span></span> (855-923-4633)<br>Online marketplace helps Washington residents find, compare and enroll in health plans such as Washington Apple Health (Medicaid), Cascade Care and Cascade Care Savings.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Housing And Care Facilities</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.homeownership-wa.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Homeownership Resource Center</b></a></span></span> (877-894-4663)<br>Provides resources for first-time homebuyers, current homeowners and homeowners who may be facing foreclosure.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.waombudsman.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Long-Term Care Ombudsman</b></a></span></span> (800-562-6028)<br>Provides consumer protection advocacy services to residents of nursing homes, special care facilities, adult family homes and assisted living facilities.<br> <br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Information and Services</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://waclc.org/consite/index.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Community Living Connections</b></a></span></span> (855-567-0252)<br>Helps individuals, their caregivers, legal representatives and families navigate and connect with information and access to long-term and home- or community-based services and supports.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dva.wa.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Veterans Affairs</b></a></span></span> (800-562-2308)<br>Connects veterans and their family members to the benefits and services earned through their military service.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/cd/6c/431d39954c7eb767bbfa24f082ed/hugging-couple-heart-recolored-01.png" alt="Hugging Couple Heart Recolored-01.png" width="8334" height="8334" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">End of Life</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://compassionandchoices.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Compassion and Choices</b></a></span></span> (800-247-7421)<br>Offers planning tools and advance planning consultation services related to end-of-life options, including access to medical aid in dying.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://endoflifewa.org/end-life-choices/palliative-and-hospice/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>End of Life Washington</b></a></span></span> (206-256-1636)<br>Provides hospice and palliative care information, advance planning resources and end-of-life options.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wshpco.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington State Hospice and Palliative Care Organization</b></a></span></span> (253-661-3739)<br>Provides information about hospice and palliative care resources, including a Find a Provider tool.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Washington. 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No matter where you are in your caregiving journey — starting to plan; taking care of a family member in your home, in a facility, or from a distance; or managing end-of-life caregiving responsibilities — having resources at your fingertips will make the process easier.<br><br>AARP developed this family caregiver guide with you, the caregiver, in mind and as a starting point to help you find the services and support you might need throughout your journey.<br><br>To order a print copy of this online guide, call the toll-free AARP Family Caregiving Resource Line at 877-333-5885 and indicate which state(s) you would like to receive. A copy will be mailed to you.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/83/89/9ad406dc4556a7813e3f0d0eeab0/caregivers-screen-hands-touching-01.png" alt="Caregivers Screen Hands Touching-01.png" width="8334" height="8334"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Caregiver Support</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/home-and-community-services/caregiver-resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Social and Health Service – Caregiver Support</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2300)<br>Provides information about resources and services for family caregivers, including training, support groups, respite care and a registry of trained respite providers.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Finances</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dfi.wa.gov/financial-education/resources/by-county" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Financial Institution— Financial Education</b></a></span></span><br>Maintains a list of county resources and agencies for low-income housing, financial assistance and counseling.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.commerce.wa.gov/growing-the-economy/energy/low-income-home-energy-assistance/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2857)<br>Helps eligible households with home energy expenses, which may include heating and cooling bill payment, crisis bill payment and/or heating and cooling equipment repair and replacement.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://washingtonconnection.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Connection</b></a></span></span><br>Offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services such as food, cash, childcare, long-term care, and Medicare savings programs. People age 65 or older, blind or disabled may also apply for medical assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Legal</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/adult-protective-services" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Adult Protective Services</b></a></span></span> (877-734-6277)<br>Provides information and investigates allegations of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults.<br><b> </b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nwjustice.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Northwest Justice Project</b></a></span></span> (888-201-1014)<br>Provides free legal help to low-income residents in cases affecting housing, family safety, income security, access to health care, education and more.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2e/5b/6ae7901f448693d5950f406c0f1c/wheelchair-01.png" alt="Wheelchair-01.png" width="2834" height="2500" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Health</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/dementia-action-collaborative" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Dementia Action Collaborative</b></a></span></span><br>Resources for families and people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.insurance.wa.gov/statewide-health-insurance-benefits-advisors-shiba" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors</b></a></span></span><br>Free service of the Office of the Insurance Commissioner assists people of all ages and backgrounds with their Medicare questions and options. Call the Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-562-6900 and ask to be connected with your local SHIBA.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wahealthplanfinder.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Health Plan Finder</b></a></span></span> (855-923-4633)<br>Online marketplace helps Washington residents find, compare and enroll in health plans such as Washington Apple Health (Medicaid), Cascade Care and Cascade Care Savings.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Housing And Care Facilities</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.homeownership-wa.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Homeownership Resource Center</b></a></span></span> (877-894-4663)<br>Provides resources for first-time homebuyers, current homeowners and homeowners who may be facing foreclosure.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.waombudsman.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Long-Term Care Ombudsman</b></a></span></span> (800-562-6028)<br>Provides consumer protection advocacy services to residents of nursing homes, special care facilities, adult family homes and assisted living facilities.<br> <br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Information and Services</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://waclc.org/consite/index.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Community Living Connections</b></a></span></span> (855-567-0252)<br>Helps individuals, their caregivers, legal representatives and families navigate and connect with information and access to long-term and home- or community-based services and supports.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dva.wa.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Veterans Affairs</b></a></span></span> (800-562-2308)<br>Connects veterans and their family members to the benefits and services earned through their military service.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/cd/6c/431d39954c7eb767bbfa24f082ed/hugging-couple-heart-recolored-01.png" alt="Hugging Couple Heart Recolored-01.png" width="8334" height="8334" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">End of Life</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://compassionandchoices.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Compassion and Choices</b></a></span></span> (800-247-7421)<br>Offers planning tools and advance planning consultation services related to end-of-life options, including access to medical aid in dying.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://endoflifewa.org/end-life-choices/palliative-and-hospice/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>End of Life Washington</b></a></span></span> (206-256-1636)<br>Provides hospice and palliative care information, advance planning resources and end-of-life options.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wshpco.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington State Hospice and Palliative Care Organization</b></a></span></span> (253-661-3739)<br>Provides information about hospice and palliative care resources, including a Find a Provider tool.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Washington. 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No matter where you are in your caregiving journey — starting to plan; taking care of a family member in your home, in a facility, or from a distance; or managing end-of-life caregiving responsibilities — having resources at your fingertips will make the process easier.<br><br>AARP developed this family caregiver guide with you, the caregiver, in mind and as a starting point to help you find the services and support you might need throughout your journey.<br><br>To order a print copy of this online guide, call the toll-free AARP Family Caregiving Resource Line at 877-333-5885 and indicate which state(s) you would like to receive. A copy will be mailed to you.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/83/89/9ad406dc4556a7813e3f0d0eeab0/caregivers-screen-hands-touching-01.png" alt="Caregivers Screen Hands Touching-01.png" width="8334" height="8334"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Caregiver Support</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/home-and-community-services/caregiver-resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Social and Health Service – Caregiver Support</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2300)<br>Provides information about resources and services for family caregivers, including training, support groups, respite care and a registry of trained respite providers.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Finances</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dfi.wa.gov/financial-education/resources/by-county" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Financial Institution— Financial Education</b></a></span></span><br>Maintains a list of county resources and agencies for low-income housing, financial assistance and counseling.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.commerce.wa.gov/growing-the-economy/energy/low-income-home-energy-assistance/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2857)<br>Helps eligible households with home energy expenses, which may include heating and cooling bill payment, crisis bill payment and/or heating and cooling equipment repair and replacement.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://washingtonconnection.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Connection</b></a></span></span><br>Offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services such as food, cash, childcare, long-term care, and Medicare savings programs. People age 65 or older, blind or disabled may also apply for medical assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Legal</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/adult-protective-services" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Adult Protective Services</b></a></span></span> (877-734-6277)<br>Provides information and investigates allegations of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults.<br><b> </b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nwjustice.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Northwest Justice Project</b></a></span></span> (888-201-1014)<br>Provides free legal help to low-income residents in cases affecting housing, family safety, income security, access to health care, education and more.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2e/5b/6ae7901f448693d5950f406c0f1c/wheelchair-01.png" alt="Wheelchair-01.png" width="2834" height="2500" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Health</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/dementia-action-collaborative" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Dementia Action Collaborative</b></a></span></span><br>Resources for families and people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.insurance.wa.gov/statewide-health-insurance-benefits-advisors-shiba" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors</b></a></span></span><br>Free service of the Office of the Insurance Commissioner assists people of all ages and backgrounds with their Medicare questions and options. Call the Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-562-6900 and ask to be connected with your local SHIBA.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wahealthplanfinder.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Health Plan Finder</b></a></span></span> (855-923-4633)<br>Online marketplace helps Washington residents find, compare and enroll in health plans such as Washington Apple Health (Medicaid), Cascade Care and Cascade Care Savings.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Housing And Care Facilities</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.homeownership-wa.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Homeownership Resource Center</b></a></span></span> (877-894-4663)<br>Provides resources for first-time homebuyers, current homeowners and homeowners who may be facing foreclosure.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.waombudsman.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Long-Term Care Ombudsman</b></a></span></span> (800-562-6028)<br>Provides consumer protection advocacy services to residents of nursing homes, special care facilities, adult family homes and assisted living facilities.<br> <br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Information and Services</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://waclc.org/consite/index.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Community Living Connections</b></a></span></span> (855-567-0252)<br>Helps individuals, their caregivers, legal representatives and families navigate and connect with information and access to long-term and home- or community-based services and supports.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dva.wa.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Veterans Affairs</b></a></span></span> (800-562-2308)<br>Connects veterans and their family members to the benefits and services earned through their military service.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/cd/6c/431d39954c7eb767bbfa24f082ed/hugging-couple-heart-recolored-01.png" alt="Hugging Couple Heart Recolored-01.png" width="8334" height="8334" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">End of Life</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://compassionandchoices.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Compassion and Choices</b></a></span></span> (800-247-7421)<br>Offers planning tools and advance planning consultation services related to end-of-life options, including access to medical aid in dying.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://endoflifewa.org/end-life-choices/palliative-and-hospice/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>End of Life Washington</b></a></span></span> (206-256-1636)<br>Provides hospice and palliative care information, advance planning resources and end-of-life options.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wshpco.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington State Hospice and Palliative Care Organization</b></a></span></span> (253-661-3739)<br>Provides information about hospice and palliative care resources, including a Find a Provider tool.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Washington. 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No matter where you are in your caregiving journey — starting to plan; taking care of a family member in your home, in a facility, or from a distance; or managing end-of-life caregiving responsibilities — having resources at your fingertips will make the process easier.<br><br>AARP developed this family caregiver guide with you, the caregiver, in mind and as a starting point to help you find the services and support you might need throughout your journey.<br><br>To order a print copy of this online guide, call the toll-free AARP Family Caregiving Resource Line at 877-333-5885 and indicate which state(s) you would like to receive. A copy will be mailed to you.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/83/89/9ad406dc4556a7813e3f0d0eeab0/caregivers-screen-hands-touching-01.png" alt="Caregivers Screen Hands Touching-01.png" width="8334" height="8334"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Caregiver Support</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/home-and-community-services/caregiver-resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Social and Health Service – Caregiver Support</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2300)<br>Provides information about resources and services for family caregivers, including training, support groups, respite care and a registry of trained respite providers.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Finances</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dfi.wa.gov/financial-education/resources/by-county" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Financial Institution— Financial Education</b></a></span></span><br>Maintains a list of county resources and agencies for low-income housing, financial assistance and counseling.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.commerce.wa.gov/growing-the-economy/energy/low-income-home-energy-assistance/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2857)<br>Helps eligible households with home energy expenses, which may include heating and cooling bill payment, crisis bill payment and/or heating and cooling equipment repair and replacement.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://washingtonconnection.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Connection</b></a></span></span><br>Offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services such as food, cash, childcare, long-term care, and Medicare savings programs. People age 65 or older, blind or disabled may also apply for medical assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Legal</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/adult-protective-services" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Adult Protective Services</b></a></span></span> (877-734-6277)<br>Provides information and investigates allegations of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults.<br><b> </b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nwjustice.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Northwest Justice Project</b></a></span></span> (888-201-1014)<br>Provides free legal help to low-income residents in cases affecting housing, family safety, income security, access to health care, education and more.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2e/5b/6ae7901f448693d5950f406c0f1c/wheelchair-01.png" alt="Wheelchair-01.png" width="2834" height="2500" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Health</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/dementia-action-collaborative" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Dementia Action Collaborative</b></a></span></span><br>Resources for families and people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.insurance.wa.gov/statewide-health-insurance-benefits-advisors-shiba" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors</b></a></span></span><br>Free service of the Office of the Insurance Commissioner assists people of all ages and backgrounds with their Medicare questions and options. Call the Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-562-6900 and ask to be connected with your local SHIBA.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wahealthplanfinder.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Health Plan Finder</b></a></span></span> (855-923-4633)<br>Online marketplace helps Washington residents find, compare and enroll in health plans such as Washington Apple Health (Medicaid), Cascade Care and Cascade Care Savings.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Housing And Care Facilities</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.homeownership-wa.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Homeownership Resource Center</b></a></span></span> (877-894-4663)<br>Provides resources for first-time homebuyers, current homeowners and homeowners who may be facing foreclosure.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.waombudsman.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Long-Term Care Ombudsman</b></a></span></span> (800-562-6028)<br>Provides consumer protection advocacy services to residents of nursing homes, special care facilities, adult family homes and assisted living facilities.<br> <br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Information and Services</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://waclc.org/consite/index.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Community Living Connections</b></a></span></span> (855-567-0252)<br>Helps individuals, their caregivers, legal representatives and families navigate and connect with information and access to long-term and home- or community-based services and supports.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dva.wa.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Veterans Affairs</b></a></span></span> (800-562-2308)<br>Connects veterans and their family members to the benefits and services earned through their military service.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/cd/6c/431d39954c7eb767bbfa24f082ed/hugging-couple-heart-recolored-01.png" alt="Hugging Couple Heart Recolored-01.png" width="8334" height="8334" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">End of Life</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://compassionandchoices.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Compassion and Choices</b></a></span></span> (800-247-7421)<br>Offers planning tools and advance planning consultation services related to end-of-life options, including access to medical aid in dying.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://endoflifewa.org/end-life-choices/palliative-and-hospice/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>End of Life Washington</b></a></span></span> (206-256-1636)<br>Provides hospice and palliative care information, advance planning resources and end-of-life options.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wshpco.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington State Hospice and Palliative Care Organization</b></a></span></span> (253-661-3739)<br>Provides information about hospice and palliative care resources, including a Find a Provider tool.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Washington. 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No matter where you are in your caregiving journey — starting to plan; taking care of a family member in your home, in a facility, or from a distance; or managing end-of-life caregiving responsibilities — having resources at your fingertips will make the process easier.<br><br>AARP developed this family caregiver guide with you, the caregiver, in mind and as a starting point to help you find the services and support you might need throughout your journey.<br><br>To order a print copy of this online guide, call the toll-free AARP Family Caregiving Resource Line at 877-333-5885 and indicate which state(s) you would like to receive. A copy will be mailed to you.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/83/89/9ad406dc4556a7813e3f0d0eeab0/caregivers-screen-hands-touching-01.png" alt="Caregivers Screen Hands Touching-01.png" width="8334" height="8334"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Caregiver Support</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/home-and-community-services/caregiver-resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Social and Health Service – Caregiver Support</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2300)<br>Provides information about resources and services for family caregivers, including training, support groups, respite care and a registry of trained respite providers.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Finances</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dfi.wa.gov/financial-education/resources/by-county" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Financial Institution— Financial Education</b></a></span></span><br>Maintains a list of county resources and agencies for low-income housing, financial assistance and counseling.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.commerce.wa.gov/growing-the-economy/energy/low-income-home-energy-assistance/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2857)<br>Helps eligible households with home energy expenses, which may include heating and cooling bill payment, crisis bill payment and/or heating and cooling equipment repair and replacement.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://washingtonconnection.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Connection</b></a></span></span><br>Offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services such as food, cash, childcare, long-term care, and Medicare savings programs. People age 65 or older, blind or disabled may also apply for medical assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Legal</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/adult-protective-services" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Adult Protective Services</b></a></span></span> (877-734-6277)<br>Provides information and investigates allegations of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults.<br><b> </b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nwjustice.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Northwest Justice Project</b></a></span></span> (888-201-1014)<br>Provides free legal help to low-income residents in cases affecting housing, family safety, income security, access to health care, education and more.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2e/5b/6ae7901f448693d5950f406c0f1c/wheelchair-01.png" alt="Wheelchair-01.png" width="2834" height="2500" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Health</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/dementia-action-collaborative" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Dementia Action Collaborative</b></a></span></span><br>Resources for families and people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.insurance.wa.gov/statewide-health-insurance-benefits-advisors-shiba" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors</b></a></span></span><br>Free service of the Office of the Insurance Commissioner assists people of all ages and backgrounds with their Medicare questions and options. Call the Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-562-6900 and ask to be connected with your local SHIBA.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wahealthplanfinder.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Health Plan Finder</b></a></span></span> (855-923-4633)<br>Online marketplace helps Washington residents find, compare and enroll in health plans such as Washington Apple Health (Medicaid), Cascade Care and Cascade Care Savings.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Housing And Care Facilities</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.homeownership-wa.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Homeownership Resource Center</b></a></span></span> (877-894-4663)<br>Provides resources for first-time homebuyers, current homeowners and homeowners who may be facing foreclosure.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.waombudsman.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Long-Term Care Ombudsman</b></a></span></span> (800-562-6028)<br>Provides consumer protection advocacy services to residents of nursing homes, special care facilities, adult family homes and assisted living facilities.<br> <br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Information and Services</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://waclc.org/consite/index.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Community Living Connections</b></a></span></span> (855-567-0252)<br>Helps individuals, their caregivers, legal representatives and families navigate and connect with information and access to long-term and home- or community-based services and supports.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dva.wa.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Veterans Affairs</b></a></span></span> (800-562-2308)<br>Connects veterans and their family members to the benefits and services earned through their military service.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/cd/6c/431d39954c7eb767bbfa24f082ed/hugging-couple-heart-recolored-01.png" alt="Hugging Couple Heart Recolored-01.png" width="8334" height="8334" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">End of Life</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://compassionandchoices.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Compassion and Choices</b></a></span></span> (800-247-7421)<br>Offers planning tools and advance planning consultation services related to end-of-life options, including access to medical aid in dying.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://endoflifewa.org/end-life-choices/palliative-and-hospice/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>End of Life Washington</b></a></span></span> (206-256-1636)<br>Provides hospice and palliative care information, advance planning resources and end-of-life options.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wshpco.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington State Hospice and Palliative Care Organization</b></a></span></span> (253-661-3739)<br>Provides information about hospice and palliative care resources, including a Find a Provider tool.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Washington. 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No matter where you are in your caregiving journey — starting to plan; taking care of a family member in your home, in a facility, or from a distance; or managing end-of-life caregiving responsibilities — having resources at your fingertips will make the process easier.<br><br>AARP developed this family caregiver guide with you, the caregiver, in mind and as a starting point to help you find the services and support you might need throughout your journey.<br><br>To order a print copy of this online guide, call the toll-free AARP Family Caregiving Resource Line at 877-333-5885 and indicate which state(s) you would like to receive. A copy will be mailed to you.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/83/89/9ad406dc4556a7813e3f0d0eeab0/caregivers-screen-hands-touching-01.png" alt="Caregivers Screen Hands Touching-01.png" width="8334" height="8334"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Caregiver Support</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/home-and-community-services/caregiver-resources" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Social and Health Service – Caregiver Support</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2300)<br>Provides information about resources and services for family caregivers, including training, support groups, respite care and a registry of trained respite providers.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Finances</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dfi.wa.gov/financial-education/resources/by-county" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Financial Institution— Financial Education</b></a></span></span><br>Maintains a list of county resources and agencies for low-income housing, financial assistance and counseling.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.commerce.wa.gov/growing-the-economy/energy/low-income-home-energy-assistance/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program</b></a></span></span> (360-725-2857)<br>Helps eligible households with home energy expenses, which may include heating and cooling bill payment, crisis bill payment and/or heating and cooling equipment repair and replacement.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://washingtonconnection.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Connection</b></a></span></span><br>Offers a fast and easy way for families and individuals to apply for a variety of services such as food, cash, childcare, long-term care, and Medicare savings programs. People age 65 or older, blind or disabled may also apply for medical assistance.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Legal</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/adult-protective-services" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Adult Protective Services</b></a></span></span> (877-734-6277)<br>Provides information and investigates allegations of abuse, neglect and financial exploitation of vulnerable adults.<br><b> </b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://nwjustice.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Northwest Justice Project</b></a></span></span> (888-201-1014)<br>Provides free legal help to low-income residents in cases affecting housing, family safety, income security, access to health care, education and more.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/2e/5b/6ae7901f448693d5950f406c0f1c/wheelchair-01.png" alt="Wheelchair-01.png" width="2834" height="2500" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Health</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/dementia-action-collaborative" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Dementia Action Collaborative</b></a></span></span><br>Resources for families and people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.insurance.wa.gov/statewide-health-insurance-benefits-advisors-shiba" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors</b></a></span></span><br>Free service of the Office of the Insurance Commissioner assists people of all ages and backgrounds with their Medicare questions and options. Call the Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800-562-6900 and ask to be connected with your local SHIBA.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wahealthplanfinder.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington Health Plan Finder</b></a></span></span> (855-923-4633)<br>Online marketplace helps Washington residents find, compare and enroll in health plans such as Washington Apple Health (Medicaid), Cascade Care and Cascade Care Savings.<br><br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Housing And Care Facilities</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.homeownership-wa.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Homeownership Resource Center</b></a></span></span> (877-894-4663)<br>Provides resources for first-time homebuyers, current homeowners and homeowners who may be facing foreclosure.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.waombudsman.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Long-Term Care Ombudsman</b></a></span></span> (800-562-6028)<br>Provides consumer protection advocacy services to residents of nursing homes, special care facilities, adult family homes and assisted living facilities.<br> <br></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">Information and Services</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://waclc.org/consite/index.php" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Community Living Connections</b></a></span></span> (855-567-0252)<br>Helps individuals, their caregivers, legal representatives and families navigate and connect with information and access to long-term and home- or community-based services and supports.<br><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://dva.wa.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Department of Veterans Affairs</b></a></span></span> (800-562-2308)<br>Connects veterans and their family members to the benefits and services earned through their military service.</p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/cd/6c/431d39954c7eb767bbfa24f082ed/hugging-couple-heart-recolored-01.png" alt="Hugging Couple Heart Recolored-01.png" width="8334" height="8334" style="height: auto; max-width: 350px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p></p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><h2 class="inline-heading">End of Life</h2></span></span><p><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://compassionandchoices.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Compassion and Choices</b></a></span></span> (800-247-7421)<br>Offers planning tools and advance planning consultation services related to end-of-life options, including access to medical aid in dying.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://endoflifewa.org/end-life-choices/palliative-and-hospice/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>End of Life Washington</b></a></span></span> (206-256-1636)<br>Provides hospice and palliative care information, advance planning resources and end-of-life options.<br> <br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://wshpco.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>Washington State Hospice and Palliative Care Organization</b></a></span></span> (253-661-3739)<br>Provides information about hospice and palliative care resources, including a Find a Provider tool.</p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP Washington. 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